Hello! I’m Charlene Hernes, a dedicated educator and program coordinator with more than a decade of experience supporting students, families, and communities. I currently serve as a Special Education Teacher at a Virtual Online School, where I plan and deliver tailored educational services, write IEPs, and compile reports to track student progress. I also enjoy tutoring, outreach, and collaborating with agencies to help clients reach their goals. I also do acting part-time, I have read some audio scripts for AI, I am interested in doing more of that, and also other projects if they would be available to me. I thrive in collaborative environments, from classrooms to case management teams, and I take pride in building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues. I’m seeking opportunities to apply my organizational and communication strengths to drive positive outcomes in education, social services, and community programs.

Charlene Hernes

Hello! I’m Charlene Hernes, a dedicated educator and program coordinator with more than a decade of experience supporting students, families, and communities. I currently serve as a Special Education Teacher at a Virtual Online School, where I plan and deliver tailored educational services, write IEPs, and compile reports to track student progress. I also enjoy tutoring, outreach, and collaborating with agencies to help clients reach their goals. I also do acting part-time, I have read some audio scripts for AI, I am interested in doing more of that, and also other projects if they would be available to me. I thrive in collaborative environments, from classrooms to case management teams, and I take pride in building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues. I’m seeking opportunities to apply my organizational and communication strengths to drive positive outcomes in education, social services, and community programs.

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Hello! I’m Charlene Hernes, a dedicated educator and program coordinator with more than a decade of experience supporting students, families, and communities. I currently serve as a Special Education Teacher at a Virtual Online School, where I plan and deliver tailored educational services, write IEPs, and compile reports to track student progress. I also enjoy tutoring, outreach, and collaborating with agencies to help clients reach their goals. I also do acting part-time, I have read some audio scripts for AI, I am interested in doing more of that, and also other projects if they would be available to me.

I thrive in collaborative environments, from classrooms to case management teams, and I take pride in building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues. I’m seeking opportunities to apply my organizational and communication strengths to drive positive outcomes in education, social services, and community programs.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Special Education Teacher at Virtual Online School
February 1, 2022 - Present
Plan and deliver special education services to students; write IEPs and reports; maintain data and communicate with families and district as needed.
Data Entry / Customer Service at Conservice
October 1, 2020 - September 1, 2021
Data entry and customer service support; assisted with campaigns and order processing for client companies.
Customer Service Representative at Infocision
June 1, 2020 - October 1, 2020
Intake inbound cases; support campaigns; assist customers with orders and inquiries.
Tutor at Educational Tutorial Services
March 1, 2020 - June 1, 2021
Tutored two foster-care children in Math; supported learning progress and skill development.
Temporary Case Manager at Lifeline Youth and Family Services
April 1, 2017 - October 27, 2017
Intake and goal setting with clients; supervised visits with families; coordinated with Family Case Managers at DCS; tutoring as needed.
Employment Consultant at Child Adult Resource Services
March 15, 2016 - October 1, 2016
Establish and maintain effective community employment contacts and sites for persons with disabilities; provide job coaching for participants with community employment.
Substitute Teacher at Portage Township Schools
August 1, 2014 - Present
Follow lesson plans; manage classroom; address discipline; ensure student safety; communicate with teachers.
Summer Camp Staff at YMCA
June 1, 2018 - August 31, 2018
Helped with morning routines; supervised classroom; followed lesson plans when teachers were absent; ensured safety of students.
Project Telemarketer at Vietnam Veterans
January 1, 2015 - March 31, 2015
3-month project soliciting donations; engaged Vietnam Veterans to provide clothing and furniture.
Case Manager at Department of Child Services
February 1, 2013 - February 28, 2014
Interviewed clients involved in abuse and neglect; home visits; school visits; facilitated meetings with families and care team; monitored progress; attended court; completed court reports.
Intern at Fresh Start Counseling
July 1, 2012 - October 31, 2012
Provided classes related to drugs and alcohol; counseled inmates on relationship issues.
Teacher - Special Education at Aspire Charter School
August 1, 2010 - June 30, 2012
Wrote IEPs for children with disabilities; worked in small groups; assisted children with math and reading.
Student Tutor / Peer Mentor at Indiana University Northwest
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2006
Tutored for Student Support Services; acted as Peer Mentor for students returning to school and for students with disabilities.
After-school Tutor (Work Study) at Indiana University Northwest
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2004
Splash program; worked with at-risk teens; tutoring.
Research and Data Collection Contributor at Appen Global
April 28, 2020 - Present
Participated in research and surveys; contributed to data collection and labeling tasks.
Tutor Math and Reading at Educational Tutorial Services
March 1, 2020 - August 31, 2020
Tutor Math and Reading; supported student progress.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education at Indiana University Northwest
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2006
Graduate Coursework in Psychology at Capella University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2013
A+ Certification at Cybrary Online Self Pace Course
June 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Information Systems at Indiana Tech
June 1, 2018 - March 12, 2026
Cybrary Online Self Pace Course at Cybrary
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026

Qualifications

A+ Certification
June 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Cybrary Online Self-Paced Course
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Indiana Tech Information Systems
June 1, 2018 - March 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Government, Other