Carmen Rivera
PSC555 BOX4,FPO
Summary
"I am a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a proven ability to effectively manage and motivate student learning. I thrive on collaborating with fellow professionals to cultivate a stimulating learning environment. My strong organizational and student engagement skills make me a dependable candidate, successfully managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I am always willing to take on added responsibilities to ensure team goals are met."
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
DODEA
09.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as a substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in the classroom.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in the absence of regular teachers.
School Bus Monitor
Quadra
12.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted in maintaining an orderly and safe environment for students while traveling to and from school.
- Demonstrated proper use of wheelchair lift, wheelchair tie-downs and orthopedic devices for handicapped passengers.
- Ensured timely pick-up and drop-off of students by effectively communicating with the bus driver regarding route changes or adjustments.
- Worked with bus driver and parents to meet specialized needs of passenger
- Enforced safety guidelines for passenger transportation to keep children safe and driver free of distraction.
- Provided physical assistance while loading and unloading passengers to promote safety and minimize delays at each route stop.
- Maintained clean and sanitary bus by cleaning and removing trash at end of each route.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, reporting any discrepancies to school administrators promptly.
Caregiver
IHSS Adult Services Program
07.2010 - 04.2019
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mira Costa
Oceanside, CAMedical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Maric College
Oceanside, CA06.2007
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Organizational abilities
- Disciplinary procedures
- Special Education
- Staff Collaboration
- Time Management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
DODEA
09.2023 - Current
School Bus Monitor
Quadra
12.2022 - 09.2023
Caregiver
IHSS Adult Services Program
07.2010 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Mira Costa
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Maric College
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