Amalia Hernandez

San Diego State, School of Social Work | Title IV-E Project Coordinator

Ms. Hernandez is a Faculty Member in the School of Social Work at San Diego State University and currently serves as the Title IV-E Project Coordinator, a federally funded Child Welfare Stipend Program. Ms. Hernandez served as a School Social Worker and has an extensive background in early education and family support services. Her expertise in systems theory, child welfare, and behavioral interventions in school settings afford her a wide range of knowledge and skills with children, youth, and families. Ms. Hernandez is a Restorative Practices trainer providing consultant services in the areas of school connectedness, and trauma-informed care. Ms. Hernandez has served as a Field Instructor primarily for SDSU and other Schools of Social Work and served as the Pupil Personnel Services Coordinator for the School of Social Work. Ms. Amalia received a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from UC San Diego, a Master of Social Work from Boston University, and a School Social Work PPS Credential from San Diego State University.