Angelica Rivera Tirado
Teacher
Cedar Park,TX
Summary
Dedicated elementary teacher with more than ten years of certified practice by the Department of Education of Puerto Rico. Experience on research-based teaching assuring the success of students and fulfilled the expectations of educational institutions. Committed to the continuous development of students by applying educational theories the highlight individual's aptitudes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher's Aide
Leander ISD
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained smooth classroom operations by assisting teachers with any administrative, instructional or student support need.
- Promoted student progress by assisting with assignments and special projects.
- Monitored students during transitional and non-class times such as lunch periods and recess.
- Supported children by working closely with teachers, parents and administrators.
- Enforced school rules, dress code and behavior to offer positive, learning-oriented environment to students.
- Updated individual student files and class records with information such as student participation and grades.
- Adapted curricula and lesson plans to specific abilities and interests of each child through personalized attention and small group instruction.
Instructional Assistant
Leander ISD
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Assist the teachers in the preparation and management of student activities to ensure that each student is provided an exemplary education by meeting individual needs
- Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher
- Perform and assist in the diaper-changing routine daily and other self-help skills
- Perform and assist in the daily feeding using Gastrostomy Tube.
Science teacher
C.N.S.P, Juan, P, Private Catholic School
08.2006 - 05.2014
- Development of innovative approach to science curriculum that were repeatedly held up as the model standard for meeting district and school goals
- Created an inclusive classroom atmosphere for general education students as well individuals with learning challenges and special needs
- Earned high marks during parents visits days providing personal attention to each student
- As a result students test scores were consistently high and yearly science projects were awarded.
Education
Department of Education Commonwealth of P.R
Masters Degree -
Metropolitan University
Gurabo, P.R.2011
B.A Degree - Elementary Education
University of Puerto Rico
Bayamon. P.R05.2005
Skills
- Curriculum Planning & Development
- Classroom Management & Discipline
- Standardized Testing/Scoring
- Special Need Education
- Experiential Learning Practices
- Student Rapport-Building
- Multicultural Populations
- Technology Integration
Accomplishments
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- Won “Teacher of the Month” award at Colegio Nuestra Señora de la Providencia in 2014.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Substitute Teacher's Aide
Leander ISD
08.2022 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Leander ISD
08.2018 - 05.2022
Science teacher
C.N.S.P, Juan, P, Private Catholic School
08.2006 - 05.2014
Department of Education Commonwealth of P.R
Masters Degree -
Metropolitan University
B.A Degree - Elementary Education
University of Puerto Rico