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Heidi Bernal

Chatham,VA

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated educator with a proven track record at Sacred Heart Catholic School, excelling in classroom management and student engagement. Skilled in implementing lesson plans and fostering social-emotional learning, I effectively support diverse learners while maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. Fluent in English and Spanish, I communicate clearly with families and colleagues.

I am skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues and am committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun.

I constantly work on communication and interpersonal skills that are necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. I provide instruction and guidance to students of all ages and create positive classroom environments and effectively manage student behavior.

I have strong problem-solving abilities, a willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills.


Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Sacred Heart Catholic School
08.2024 - Current
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
  • Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
  • Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
  • Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.

Volunteer

Sacred Heart Catholic Church School
09.2023 - Current
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions, and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
  • Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.
  • Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.
  • Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
  • Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes.

Pre-k Assistant

Sacred Heart Catholic School
08.2023 - Current
  • Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Organized snack time and nap hours.
  • Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.

Before and After School Care Assistant

Scared Heart Catholic School
08.2023 - Current
  • Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Kept children between ages of 4 and 13 safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
  • Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
  • Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Care And Education

Piedmont Community College
Roxboro, NC
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Chatham Hall
Chatham Va
05-2023

Skills

  • Group and individual instruction
  • Safety awareness
  • Student records management
  • Disciplinary procedures
  • Individualized care
  • Classroom management
  • Activity planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Behavior modeling
  • Parent and student communication
  • Elementary education
  • Record keeping
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Assigning and grading work
  • Clear public speaking skills
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Group instruction
  • FLUENT in English and Spanish
  • Health and safety
  • Language development
  • Classroom organization
  • Afterschool program leadership
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Activity scheduling
  • Deadline adherence
  • Adaptability and dependability

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Sacred Heart Catholic School
08.2024 - Current

Volunteer

Sacred Heart Catholic Church School
09.2023 - Current

Pre-k Assistant

Sacred Heart Catholic School
08.2023 - Current

Before and After School Care Assistant

Scared Heart Catholic School
08.2023 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Care And Education

Piedmont Community College

High School Diploma -

Chatham Hall
Heidi Bernal