Daniela Rivera
Brownsville,TX
Summary
Experienced Special Education Teacher with over 3 years of supporting students with diverse learning needs. Skilled in developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), providing differentiated instruction, and fostering an inclusive classroom environment. Strong communicator, collaborative with families and teams, and dedicated to promoting student success through personalized strategies and support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Care Worker
Sunny Glen Children's Home
04.2025 - Current
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for youth, children and babies (0-17 years) through consistent supervision and positive reinforcement.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
- Improved communication skills among youths by encouraging group discussions and collaborative projects.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing structured activities and educational support.
Intake Specialist
Octagon Staffing
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Helped the customers reach their destination in the most efficient and secure way possible.
- Processed and ensured all eligibility requirements are met prior to entry.
- Provided potential clients the telephone and in-person.
- Required the right combination of telephone skills, empathy, and ability to investigate the root of their problem
Youth Care Worker
Southwest Key Programs- Casa Padre
10.2018 - 02.2022
- Responsible for providing direct care and support to unaccompanied minors (10-17 years)
- Ensured the youth's physical and emotional well-being was top priority by managing daily routines, facilitating access to necessary services, and creating a safe and supportive environment while adhering to all immigration policies and regulations.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
- Supervised children throughout the day, including during meals, activities, and sleeping hours.
Youth Care Worker
Southwest Key Program
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Emergency Services Staff Coordinator.
- Instructed staff in the Dallas, Texas area on skills necessary to provide a safe environment for children in the immigration facility.
- Assisted the Intake Team to process and complete departure of youth records from the facility.
- Ensured the necessary documentation was completed correctly.
- Ensured the youth's personal property was safeguarded.
Special Education Teacher
Laura Barragan De Elizondo
04.2015 - 05.2018
- Taught students with disabilities to help them achieve their learning goals.
- Created individualized lesson plans, assess student progress, and collaborated with parents and other staff.
- Designed teaching plans that meet the needs of students with disabilities.
- Worked with parents, support staff, and other educators to support student.
- Ability to use Sign Language.
- Ability to teach and read Braille.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Normal De Especializacion Humberto Ramos Lozano
Monterrey Nuevo Leon, MX06-2018
Bachelor of Science - Basic Education/Science And Development
Universidad Del Noreste De Mexico
Matamoros Tamaulipas, MX06-2014
High School Diploma -
Ricardo Flores Magon
Matamoros Tamaulipas, MX07-2010
Skills
- Facilitating interpersonal relationships
- Qualified understanding of the development of children
- Mastered practice and use of sign language and Braille writing and reading
- Positive and motivated attitude within oneself and towards others
- Empathy and Compassion
Timeline
Youth Care Worker
Sunny Glen Children's Home
04.2025 - Current
Intake Specialist
Octagon Staffing
02.2023 - 10.2023
Youth Care Worker
Southwest Key Program
03.2021 - 05.2021
Youth Care Worker
Southwest Key Programs- Casa Padre
10.2018 - 02.2022
Special Education Teacher
Laura Barragan De Elizondo
04.2015 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Basic Education/Science And Development
Universidad Del Noreste De Mexico
High School Diploma -
Ricardo Flores Magon
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Normal De Especializacion Humberto Ramos Lozano
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