Expertise:
Problem-solving; Career counseling; Liaising between secondary and postsecondary educational services
Major Product/SVS:
Higher education
Hobbies/Sports:
Going on motorcycle trips; Traveling; Spending time with friends and family
Education Degrees:
Master of Education, Cambridge College, Cambridge, MA; Bachelor of Arts in English, Augusta State University
Affiliations Awards:
Augusta State University Alumni Association; NAPE; National Education Association
Place of Birth:
Albuquerque, NM
Children's Names:
Audra Elizabeth
David
Michael
Spouse's Name:
David Heredia, Jr.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspects of her career include spending 38 years as a high school English teacher, meeting and exceeding dual enrollment benchmarks, and facilitating the successful transition of at-risk students to postsecondary educational programs.
Charity:
Young Life Ministries; Volunteer, Various Local, State and National Organizations
Number Of Years In Profession:
38
Number Of Years In Current Position:
3
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to good mentors and her parents.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through a desire to make a difference in the lives of young people as they prepare for the challenges of choosing a career and finding work that they enjoy.
Extended Bio Profile:
After a full career of teaching high school English, Ms. Heredia retired and taught as an adjunct professor at several local colleges. She is currently the high school coordinator at Augusta Technical College in Georgia.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Advising high school students on early admission to college; Testing; Planning coursework in the technical fields; Enrolling students in the appropriate postsecondary programs of study; Providing information to students and facilitating the process for securing financial aid
Education Certifications:
Teacher's Certification (T-5), State of Georgia; Gifted Endorsement; Advanced Placement Certification; Ability to Benefit Test Administrator
Awards/Honors:
Teacher of the Year; Five-Time Recipient, STAR Teacher Award, Georgia Chamber of Commerce; Scholar's Award, Claus Nobel High School
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Heredia hopes to increase enrollment.