KIMBERLY RIVERA
Budd Lake,NJ
Summary
Dedicated education professional with extensive experience in creating inclusive, engaging classroom environments. Strong track record in managing routines and supporting children's development through effective communication with families and collaboration with staff. Passionate about fostering student success and well-being in a paraprofessional role.
Overview
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Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
BrightPath
Budd Lake, NJ
09.2024 - 01.2026
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate, developmentally appropriate lesson plans and learning activities.
- Ensured safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment through attentive supervision.
- Supported children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
- Managed daily classroom routines, transitions, and positive behavior strategies.
- Facilitated consistent communication with families about children's development and daily experiences to strengthen partnerships.
- Collaborated with classroom staff and behavioral support professionals to meet individual student needs.
- Maintained classroom organization, cleanliness, and health and safety standards.
- Documented student progress and shared observations with families and staff to support individualized learning.
Professional Nanny
The Stewart Family
New York, NY
11.2020 - 12.2023
- Provided attentive care to children, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities, fostering both educational and recreational development.
- Collaborated with parents to address specific needs and preferences, fostering a supportive and tailored childcare experience.
- Maintained clean and organized environment while effectively balancing household tasks with childcare responsibilities.
- Built and maintained client relationships through open communication and trust, enhancing overall satisfaction.
After-school Group Leader
Bronx House School for Performing Arts
Bronx, NY
04.2016 - 06.2019
- Supported children in recreational activities that built teamwork and physical activity for kindergarten through 7th grade students.
- Created safe, engaging after-school setting for participating children.
- Distributed snacks promptly so children stayed energized and involved throughout after-school program; each child received snack upon arrival.
- Kept accurate program records, including incident and accident reports and attendance logs.
- Worked with school staff and counselors to maintain detailed lesson plan records and strengthen program structure and delivery.
Education
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts with Early Childhood Credits
Hostos Community College
Bronx, NY01-2020
Skills
- Child Development & Learning
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom support
- Positive Behavior Support
- Autism support
- Student Progress Tracking
- Classroom organization
- Emergency Response Training
- Communication & Teamwork
- Reliability and adaptability
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Teacher
BrightPath
09.2024 - 01.2026
Professional Nanny
The Stewart Family
11.2020 - 12.2023
After-school Group Leader
Bronx House School for Performing Arts
04.2016 - 06.2019
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts with Early Childhood Credits
Hostos Community College