Dennis Hernandez Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles, California, United States

Whittier, California, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States

Consulted student writers from diverse linguistic, cultural, and ability backgrounds through individual sessions offering individualized feedback on their writing, at any stage of the process, including understanding the assignment, brainstorming, forming a thesis, developing content, organizing ideas, and learning proofreading and formatting skills Modeled writing strategies and conventions pertaining to different genres and styles Acted as advanced reader to review writing assignments which include essays, research papers, speeches, presentations, and literature reviews Assisted students with close reading, text comprehension, and study strategies Attended regularly scheduled staff meetings

Los Angeles, California, United States

Peer-facilitated group learning sessions designed to help students master difficult subject matter in classes with traditionally low pass rates Worked cooperatively with professors and an SI partner and attended monthly meetings Provided office hours for individual feedback, mentoring, and consultation for students Developed and facilitated Lesson Plans with class activities and discussions, for both in-person sessions and online via Zoom Lesson Plans focused on:critical thinking and reading, developing writing skills, structuring essays, creating effective paragraphs, writing accurate paraphrases, documenting research and proper citation, time management, understanding content, developing effective study strategies including note taking and problem-solving skills, and preparing for exams

Greater Los Angeles Area

Oversaw and managed an Executive Board of 12 Officers Assessed performance of Officers and engaged Two-Way Feedback Directed board planning, budgeting, events, and projects Ensured implementation of Core Pillars: Academic Excellence, Community Service and Social Networking to 60 general members Coordinated all board meetings and general meetings Reported to National Board and attended National Board meetings

Greater Los Angeles Area

Supported matriculation and graduation of Latino males Collaborated with other organizations on academic trips for enculturation of Latino culture Hosted weekly study sessions for members cataloging over 1000 hours of studying Developed and facilitated monthly workshops and lectures Dispersed information on academic opportunities including scholarships, exams, and programs Spearheaded and developed a summer outreach program for high school students

Greater Los Angeles Area

Co-facilitated weekly trainings for 5 developing Career Peer Educators Implemented career theory into a culturally diverse and ethnically pluralistic environment Identified where students were in the career learning process Advised students, alumni, and employers with resources and programs Facilitated 15 minute one on one sessions with students and alumni Critiqued Resumes/CVs, Cover Letters, Statements of Purpose and Personal Statements, Provided Interview preparation and strategies , supported Graduate School Planning, encouraged self-discovery Assisted with major/career exploration, job search, resource fairs and networking events Developed and headed specialized projects outreaching to students

Greater Los Angeles Area

Invited Guest Speakers to lead discussions Participated in Annual Philosophy Conference Developed analytical skills, critical listening, and writing abilities

Greater Los Angeles Area

Received training on University of California, California State University, Community Colleges and Private Institution administrative procedures Assisted with financial aid, job, and college applications Performed academic advising, reviewed transcripts, suggested courses and provided resources Presented critical information on scholarship and program opportunities Mentored a group of 10 students to encourage higher education Critiqued personal statements, resumes, activities sheets, and brag sheets

Certificate, Paralegal Studies

Master'S Degree, Humanities, 4.0

Activities and Societies: Office of the Provost & Vice President. Roadmap to The Future. Subgroup 2 Committee: A Clear Commitment.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, History And Philosophy (Double Major), 3.2

Chair at VIII Student Philosophy Conference Apr 2017 History Department Scholarship: Robert Bailey Memorial Award May 2017 Dean's List.