Lidia Rivera
Nogales,AZ
Summary
Proven Academic Coach at Downtown Academy, adept in collaborative teamwork and differentiated instruction, significantly enhanced student performance through innovative teaching strategies and effective parent-teacher communication. Excelled in fostering academic success and inclusivity, leveraging technology to support diverse learning needs. Bringing positive and supportive demeanor to helping students achieve their academic goals. Possesses deep understanding of learning strategies and educational techniques, alongside proficiency in creating individualized learning plans. Committed to fostering student success and enhancing academic performance. Personable and creative individual dedicated to fostering nurturing and stimulating learning environment for young children. Equipped with foundational knowledge of early childhood education principles, child development, and classroom management, along with skills in lesson planning and instructional design. Committed to making positive impact on students' growth and development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Coach
Downtown Academy
10.2023 - 05.2024
- As an academic coach/ Lead teacher i was in charge of daily instruction and implementation of the curriculum in all areas.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop and evaluate school programs by sharing student success data and insights.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to discuss academic needs of students.
- Provided guidance on study habits, time management, and organizational skills to promote long-term academic achievement.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate various learning styles within the classroom setting.
- Improved student performance by providing personalized coaching and academic support.
- Assisted teachers with curriculum planning by identifying potential areas of difficulty for struggling learners.
- Enhanced parent involvement in their child''s education by conducting informative workshops about effective home-learning strategies.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to address specific academic goals and challenges.
- Evaluated student progress using formative assessments, adjusting coaching strategies accordingly.
- Led small group sessions focused on specific subject areas or skill-building exercises for targeted support.
- Identified areas of growth for students, devising tailored action plans to improve skills and knowledge gaps.
- Served as a liaison between students, parents, and teachers to facilitate communication and collaboration on academic goals.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
Preeschool/Kindergarten Teacher
SEP Secretaria De Educacion Publica/ USD Mexico
10.2012 - 05.2014
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Promoted culture of reading and learning by setting up classroom library accessible to all students.
- Improved parental involvement in children's education by organizing monthly parent-teacher meetings to discuss progress and challenges.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development.
- Teamed with other professionals to enhance student learning experiences.
- Rewarded student success by utilizing praise and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Utilized various assessment strategies to evaluate student performance.
Preschool-K Grade English Teacher
SEP Secretaria De Educacion Publica/ USD Mexico
10.2012 - 05.2014
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Introduce a new language to preschool-kinder grade kids developing their senses for new sounds and words using games, songs, different activities, the use of simple vocabulary ,images that can help support learning incorporating technology and new resources having a regular learning routine where students can feel secure and build self-confidence.
Education
M.D. - Pedagogy/ Education
Centro De Actualizacion Del Magisterio
Mazatlan Sinaloa Mexico07.2012
Bachelor of Science - International Bussines
Universidad Autonoma De Sinaloa
Mazatlan, Sinaloa Mexico07.2010
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Interpersonal awareness
- Advising
- Analytical Thinking
- Teaching strategies
- Problem Identification
- Progress Monitoring
- Diversity Inclusion
- Oral communication
- Behavioral Management
- Lesson Planning
- Goal Setting
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Early Childhood Development
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Technology Integration
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Group and individual instruction
- Outdoor Play Supervision
- Student assessment
- Child Development
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Academic Coach
Downtown Academy
10.2023 - 05.2024
Preeschool/Kindergarten Teacher
SEP Secretaria De Educacion Publica/ USD Mexico
10.2012 - 05.2014
Preschool-K Grade English Teacher
SEP Secretaria De Educacion Publica/ USD Mexico
10.2012 - 05.2014
M.D. - Pedagogy/ Education
Centro De Actualizacion Del Magisterio
Bachelor of Science - International Bussines
Universidad Autonoma De Sinaloa
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