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Carlos Rivera

Cedar Hill

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Duncanville High School, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and interactive methods, while fostering a growth mindset. Successfully organized extracurricular events, promoting cultural appreciation and inclusivity within the school community.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

AP Spanish Teacher Full Time Substitute Teacher

Duncanville High School
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Organized extracurricular events such as Spanish club meetings and language immersion trips, enriching students'' overall experience.
  • Fostered appreciation for Hispanic culture through culturally relevant field trips and guest speakers.
  • Implemented AP exam preparation strategies into daily lessons, increasing students'' confidence and ability to succeed on the test.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that connected Spanish content to other subjects.

Family Engagement Liaison

Duncanville ISD
08.2017 - 08.2023
  • Strengthened parent-school communication by organizing and leading regular meetings, addressing concerns, and providing updates on school initiatives.
  • Coordinated volunteer opportunities for parents to contribute their time and skills to the school community, fostering a sense of involvement and ownership.
  • Facilitated positive and production communication between educators and families.
  • Presented talks to families, administrators, and community groups outlining support and service opportunities.
  • Documented parental involvement and submitted reports with details.
  • Promoted a culture of inclusivity by facilitating discussions around diversity and cultural competence among staff members.
  • Instructed parents in school processes, academic programs, and available resources.

Bilingual Instructional Aide

Duncanville ISD
08.2014 - 08.2017
  • Supported students'' language development through one-on-one tutoring and small group sessions.
  • Assisted with planning and preparing educational materials and activities and maintained individual student communication devices and books.
  • Implemented visual aids, hands-on activities, and real-life examples to facilitate comprehension of complex concepts.
  • Worked individually or in small groups with students and reviewed classroom instruction, answered questions and helped with language development.
  • Served as translator and interpreter for written and verbal communication to students, parents and staff members.

Education

No Degree - Teacher Certification

Region 4 ESC
Houston, TX

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Universidad InterAmericana De Puerto Rico
San Juan PR.
05-2000

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Growth mindset
  • Public speaking
  • Classroom instruction

Accomplishments

Spanish Honor Society - Sponsor 2024-2025

Duncanville High School

Won “Teacher of the Month” award at Duncanville H.S. in 2023.

Affiliations

  • Spanish Honor Society

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

AP Spanish Teacher Full Time Substitute Teacher

Duncanville High School
08.2023 - 05.2025

Family Engagement Liaison

Duncanville ISD
08.2017 - 08.2023

Bilingual Instructional Aide

Duncanville ISD
08.2014 - 08.2017

No Degree - Teacher Certification

Region 4 ESC

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Universidad InterAmericana De Puerto Rico

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