Alma Rivera
Houston,Texas
Summary
The experience that I have involves 7 years of field experience related to child and educational work. Always possesses a can-do attitude as well as the proven ability to respond immediately and confidently in emergencies. Effective trainer and who works well with others in team settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Coach
Ross Elementary
Houston, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Set up, organize, and maintain Team Centers for each class period to ensure materials and activities are ready for instruction
- Support teachers in managing timely transitions, including starting and ending activities and assisting students as they move to and from Team Centers
- Encourage and support student independence during S2 and A work by providing appropriate guidance, accommodations, and gradual release of support
- Assist with grading, organizing, and tracking S2 and A work on a weekly basis; prepare and copy materials for assigned teacher teams
- Collaborate with teachers to strengthen instructional strategies, differentiation, and assessment methods to meet diverse student needs
- Taught a Pre-K Bilingual classroom for four months (2024), establishing structured daily routines and delivering developmentally appropriate instruction to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth
- Currently teaching 2nd grade in a bilingual classroom, collaborating with colleagues, leading and delivering appropriate Math instruction
Special Education SLL Teacher Assistant & ECSE Special Education Teacher Assistant
Ross Elementary School
Houston, TX
08.2020 - 06.2024
- Provide one-on-one support for students who need extra assistance and with small group instruction
- Repeat and simplify directions and help students stay on task
- Help with toileting and hygiene and assist students with feeding during lunch
- Support mobility around the room
- Ensure safety during transitions
Clerk 1
HISD Ross Elementary School
Houston, TX
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Provided appropriate care and supervision for children at the school
- Ensured that children were always supervised, maintained communication with parents and professionals as appropriate
- Maintained general office and departmental files
- Preformed other job-related duties as assigned
Education
Associates of Arts - Teaching
Houston Community College
Houston, TX12-2023
Bachelor’s of Arts - Education (EC-6 with Bilingual Supplemental)
University of Houston- Downtown
Houston, TX01-2027
Skills
- Communication Fluent in English and Spanish
- Computer Oracle, PeopleSoft, Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint
- Classroom Management
- Experience delivering classroom instruction to Pre-K-5th Grade
Timeline
Learning Coach
Ross Elementary
08.2024 - Current
Special Education SLL Teacher Assistant & ECSE Special Education Teacher Assistant
Ross Elementary School
08.2020 - 06.2024
Clerk 1
HISD Ross Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2020
Associates of Arts - Teaching
Houston Community College
Bachelor’s of Arts - Education (EC-6 with Bilingual Supplemental)
University of Houston- Downtown