Nallely Hernandez
English Teacher/Mathematics Teacher/ TESOL Instructor/Teacher Mentor
Chicago,IL
Summary
Educator with over 7 years of experience in teaching and mentoring diverse students across international and U.S. educational settings. Skilled in designing and delivering engaging English language instruction with a strong focus on language acquisition and skill development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
English Language Teacher
Daedok International Language Academy
03.2022 - Current
- Led TESOL-focused lessons for young learners, focusing on vocabulary acquisition, language functions, and communication skills through interactive, student-centered activities that align with TESOL best practices
- Conducted peer observations and provided actionable feedback to fellow teachers to help improve teaching methodologies, focusing on differentiated instruction and language scaffolding for non-native English learners
- Actively contributed to the development of teacher resource materials, including worksheets, lesson plans, and classroom activities, all designed to meet the needs of beginner and intermediate ELLs
- Planned lessons for classroom of 25 students.
English Language Teacher
Korea Poly School Inc.
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Delivered English language lessons to elementary and kindergarten students, focusing on reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills to help students become proficient in English
- Designed and implemented differentiated TESOL-based lesson plans to meet the varying proficiency levels of students
- Collaborated with Korean co-teachers to enhance student engagement and academic achievement, ensuring a positive and culturally responsive learning environment
- Taught 40 lessons per week to over 80 students throughout kinder and 4th grade levels.
English Language Teacher
Sogang Language Program
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Played an active role in creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment, encouraging student engagement and promoting language acquisition through creative and supportive teaching methods
- Collected, analyzed, and maintained data on student assessments through oral interviews, quizzes, and tests
- Participated in ongoing professional development workshops to stay current with best practices in language acquisition, and classroom technology
- Delivered online instruction over zoom to 8 classes consisting of students from kinder to 5th grade.
English Language Instructor
English Program in Korea
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Planned, implemented, and taught English lessons for elementary, middle, and high school students using lectures, role play, and interactive games
- Lead professional development workshops where I shared best practices for teaching English to young learners, focusing on language acquisition strategies, using multimedia tools in the classroom, and adapting lessons to various language proficiency levels
- Designed and delivered model lessons for fellow teachers, showcasing best practices, lesson planning, and classroom management, with a focus on engaging English language learners
- Designed English textbooks for elementary levels focusing on interactive and context-based learning.
Substitute Teacher
Metro School District
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Participated in professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills
- Worked with school and community personnel to bring together resources for student's
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Mathematics Summer School Teacher
Wright Middle School
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Assisted faculty in a variety of ways to deliver academic guidance and instruction to student's
- Advocated for student's and consulted with faculty, administrators, and parents to develop individual plans to ensure each student's success and achievement
Student Teacher
Whitehorse Middle School
08.2016 - 01.2017
- Planned, taught, and adapted math lessons based on district curriculum in order to accommodate IEP's and gifted learners in the class
- Integrated computer-based tools and technology into math instruction to enhance student engagement and comprehension
- Provided individual and group counseling on personal growth and social issues, classroom guidance, and career development with administrators, faculty, and staff
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, Wisconsin 05.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Education
University Of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, Wisconsin 08.2012 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Chinese
University of Madison-Wisconsin
Madison, Wisconsin 08.2012 - 05.2017
Skills
Wisconsin teaching certification
Student records management
Student assessment
Lesson planning
Technology integration
English proficiency
Spanish proficiency
Curriculum design
Microsoft Word
PowerPoint
Excel
Certification
Teacher License, 07/17, Wisconsin of Public Instruction
Timeline
English Language Teacher
Daedok International Language Academy
03.2022 - Current
English Language Teacher
Korea Poly School Inc.
03.2021 - 03.2022
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
University of Wisconsin-Madison
05.2020 - 05.2022
English Language Teacher
Sogang Language Program
03.2020 - 03.2021
English Language Instructor
English Program in Korea
02.2018 - 03.2020
Substitute Teacher
Metro School District
08.2017 - 02.2018
Mathematics Summer School Teacher
Wright Middle School
06.2017 - 07.2017
Student Teacher
Whitehorse Middle School
08.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Education
University Of Wisconsin-Madison
08.2012 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Chinese
University of Madison-Wisconsin
08.2012 - 05.2017
Teacher License, 07/17, Wisconsin of Public Instruction
Instructional Design Foundation and Applications, 08/24, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Elearning Essentials: Instructional Design, 04/24, LinkedIn
Measuring Learning Effectiveness, 04/24, LinkedIn
Data Driven Learning Design, 04/24, LinkedIn
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