Elvira Rivera
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Specialist with a proven track record at Montebello Unified School District, enhancing educator understanding through professional development workshops and fostering significant family involvement. Expert in differentiated instruction techniques and autism spectrum knowledge, I excel in creating engaging learning environments and building strong relationships for academic success. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Specialist
Montebello Unified School District
08.2018 - Current
- Led professional development workshops on special education topics for fellow educators increasing their understanding of best practices.
- Strengthened family involvement through regular communication channels like parent-teacher conferences and monthly newsletters highlighting student achievements.
- Utilized technology effectively to enhance instruction methods and provide engaging learning experiences.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess students'' needs, develop interventions, and monitor progress for improved outcomes.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering a supportive community for academic success.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by implementing proactive strategies and clear expectations for all students.
Special Education Specialist
Fullerton School District
06.2010 - 06.2018
- Provided specialized instruction in various subjects, adapting teaching methods and materials to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess students'' needs, develop interventions, and monitor progress for improved outcomes.
- Coordinated services among various professionals such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists to ensure holistic support for students.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
Education
Level 1&2 Credential - Special Education
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA06.2008
Skills
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Social Skills Development
- Differentiated Instruction Techniques
- Behavior Management Strategies
- Individualized Education Plans
- Assistive Technology Integration
- Transition Planning Proficiency
- Collaborative Teaching Abilities
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Motivating students
- Relationship Building
- Lesson Planning
- Group and individual instruction
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Specialist
Montebello Unified School District
08.2018 - Current
Special Education Specialist
Fullerton School District
06.2010 - 06.2018
Level 1&2 Credential - Special Education
California State University - Fullerton
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
California State University - Fullerton
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