Cassandra Figueroa Rivera
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with 12 years of experience instructing students with wide range of planning, develops and evaluate the learning process. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues, and supervisors. Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Professional Development Specialist
Imagine Learning
Online
04.2023 - Current
- Discussed issues with team members to provide resolution and apply best practices.
- Facilitated workshops, webinars, and seminars for employees at all levels of the organization.
- Developed and delivered various training courses for staff's on-going education needs.
Virtual Tutor
Carnegie Learning
Online
03.2023 - Current
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Served as ongoing resource for both students and parents, providing guidance related to academic planning, study habits, test-preparation strategies, and more.
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channels.
- Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
- Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
CEO and Manager
Cassy’s Tutoring
Kissimmee, Fl.
01.2023 - Current
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Optimized supply chain operations for reduced costs and increased efficiency.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Served as ongoing resource for both students and parents, providing guidance related to academic planning, study habits, test-preparation strategies, and more.
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channels.
- Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
- Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Secondary Math Teacher
Victory Charter Schools
Kissimmee, Fl.
07.2021 - 01.2023
- Served as Math Department Chairperson, overseeing curriculum development and teacher evaluations within department.
- Utilized various assessment tools to measure student progress, informing adjustments to instruction as needed.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules and consequences.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and incorporate new ideas into teaching practice.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
Secondary Math Teacher
The School of San Juan
San Juan, PR
12.2017 - 06.2021
- Develops creative and motivating learning strategy materials that improve academic performance and expected outcomes
- Designs, develops, and maintains engaging, competency focused blended learning programs and strategies
- Design and develop eLearning
- Conducted needs assessments to identify to identify trainings need
- Provide professional development to teachers, to implement and use platform
- Assist teacher in analyzing instructional practices and evidence
- Sharing resources and planning how and when to try new practices
- Translate and develop in Spanish professional development.
- Educated students on core principles and advanced concepts of mathematics.
- Complete all required session feedback forms and self-reflection that are sent to via tutoring
- Follow syllabus, read material, and prepare for tutoring session
- Assist teacher in analyzing instructional practices and evidence
- Sharing resources and planning how and when to try new practices
- Educated students on core principles and advanced concepts of mathematics
- Aligned classroom instructional strategies with district, state, and national requirements
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels
- Customized instructional plans to meet needs of different students
- Evaluated submitted assignments for clarity and skills, assigned grades and discussed results with struggling students to enhance understanding of course objectives
- Graded tests and papers and uploaded all grading information to district system using Focus.
Elementary School Teacher
Carvin School, Inc.
Carolina, PR
08.2014 - 11.2017
- Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation
- Delivered reading and writing experiences to students commensurate with respective stages of development
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts
- Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts, and phone calls
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
Elementary School Teacher
Escuela Evangélica Unida
Fajardo, PR
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Elementary School Teacher
Colegio Taller de Inteligencia Emocional
Fajardo, PR
08.2011 - 05.2013
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development
- Organized supplies, including art and musical resources, to foster creative and welcoming classroom environment.
Education
Sign Language Advance -
Sign Language Interpreters Inc.
San Juan, PR03.2019
Sign Language Intermediate -
Sign Language Interpreters Inc.
San Juan, PR11.2018
Sign Language Basic -
Sign Language Interpreters Inc.
San Juan, PR06.2018
Master of Arts - Teaching of Mathematics
Universidad Interamericana Recinto Metropolitano
San Juan, PR. 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Education in Elementary K-3
Universidad De Puerto Rico En Humacao
Humacao, PR06.2011
Skills
- ELearning
- Hands-on learning
- Strategic Planning
- Educational leadership
- Working collaboratively
- Computer skills
- Conflict resolution
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workplace
- Team building
- Training delivery
- Compliance Training
- Technical Design Documentation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Professional Development Specialist
Imagine Learning
04.2023 - Current
Virtual Tutor
Carnegie Learning
03.2023 - Current
CEO and Manager
Cassy’s Tutoring
01.2023 - Current
Secondary Math Teacher
Victory Charter Schools
07.2021 - 01.2023
Secondary Math Teacher
The School of San Juan
12.2017 - 06.2021
Elementary School Teacher
Carvin School, Inc.
08.2014 - 11.2017
Elementary School Teacher
Escuela Evangélica Unida
08.2013 - 05.2014
Elementary School Teacher
Colegio Taller de Inteligencia Emocional
08.2011 - 05.2013
Sign Language Advance -
Sign Language Interpreters Inc.
Sign Language Intermediate -
Sign Language Interpreters Inc.
Sign Language Basic -
Sign Language Interpreters Inc.
Master of Arts - Teaching of Mathematics
Universidad Interamericana Recinto Metropolitano
Bachelor of Arts - Education in Elementary K-3
Universidad De Puerto Rico En Humacao
Work Availability
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