Kyra Rivera
POWDER SPRINGS,GA
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Brighten Academy Charter School, adept in curriculum development and differentiated instruction. Leveraged creative problem-solving to enhance student understanding and academic performance. Excelled in faculty collaboration, significantly enriching the learning environment through innovative project-based learning strategies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
8th Grade Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher
Brighten Academy Charter School
Douglasville, GA
07.2017 - Current
- Developed lesson plans to teach students about world cultures, religions, and political systems.
- Created activities such as debates and simulations to reinforce learning objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction for struggling students in order to help them achieve their academic goals.
- Planned field trips to relevant historical sites to provide an experiential learning opportunity for students.
- Mentored new teachers in the department on best practices in teaching social studies courses.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Used diverse technologies to help students grasp materials and enhance overall education.
- Created assessments to track student progress in writing, reading, grammar and composition.
- Conducted small group instruction for students who required additional support with language arts concepts.
- Instructed 8th grade classes in literature, poetry, creative writing, vocabulary development and public speaking.
4th and 8th Grade Humanities Teacher
Amana Academy Charter School
Alpharetta, GA
07.2011 - 06.2017
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach humanities courses, such as world history, political science and philosophy.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop interdisciplinary activities for students.
- Assessed student performance through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Organized field trips to museums and other cultural venues to reinforce course material.
- Provided individual tutoring sessions for students who needed extra help understanding concepts in the humanities.
- Fostered an inclusive atmosphere that respected diversity among students from different backgrounds.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles among students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching techniques and curriculum development.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
2nd and 3rd Grade Social Studies Teacher
Imhotep Academy
Atlanta, GA
07.2010 - 06.2011
- Developed lesson plans to teach students about world cultures, religions, and political systems.
- Assessed student comprehension of material through written tests, oral presentations, and group projects.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and progress.
- Provided individualized instruction for struggling students in order to help them achieve their academic goals.
- Planned field trips to relevant historical sites to provide an experiential learning opportunity for students.
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Clayton County Schools
Riverdale, GA
07.2008 - 07.2009
- Provided guidance and support to 8th grade students in understanding the content of their Social Studies classes.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, debates and simulations to engage students in learning activities.
- Assessed student performance through quizzes, tests, projects and presentations.
- Developed lesson plans according to district standards, guidelines and curriculum objectives.
- Conducted research on current events or special topics related to Social Studies courses.
- Fostered an environment that was conducive to learning by promoting mutual respect between teacher and students.
Middle School Humanities Teacher
W.E.B. DuBois Academy
Detroit, MI
08.2002 - 06.2008
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that incorporated a variety of teaching techniques to engage middle school students in Humanities course material.
- Assessed student learning using formative and summative assessments, providing feedback to improve student understanding.
- Created a safe classroom environment where students felt comfortable expressing their opinions and ideas.
- Provided individualized instruction to struggling students while challenging advanced learners with more rigorous assignments.
- Organized field trips to local museums, art galleries, and historical sites as part of the Humanities curriculum.
- Utilized cooperative learning strategies such as jigsaw activities, pair-share exercises, and think-pair-share approaches in order to foster teamwork among students.
- Facilitated after-school study sessions for students who needed extra help or support in mastering course concepts.
- Led extracurricular clubs such as debate team, history club. in order to provide additional enrichment opportunities for middle schoolers interested in Humanities topics.
Education
Education Specialist - Curriculum And Instruction
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12-2011
Master of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ03-2007
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
DePaul University
Chicago, IL06-2000
Skills
- Academic record keeping
- Creative problem solving
- Curriculum development
- Progress monitoring
- Lesson planning
- Faculty collaboration
- Project-based learning
- Differentiated instruction
Timeline
8th Grade Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher
Brighten Academy Charter School
07.2017 - Current
4th and 8th Grade Humanities Teacher
Amana Academy Charter School
07.2011 - 06.2017
2nd and 3rd Grade Social Studies Teacher
Imhotep Academy
07.2010 - 06.2011
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Clayton County Schools
07.2008 - 07.2009
Middle School Humanities Teacher
W.E.B. DuBois Academy
08.2002 - 06.2008
Education Specialist - Curriculum And Instruction
Capella University
Master of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
DePaul University
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