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Lizette Rivera

Boca Raton,FL

Summary

Experienced bilingual special education teacher with decades of expertise in providing tailored instruction and implementing diverse teaching strategies to meet the unique needs of students. Skilled in creating inclusive learning environments that foster academic growth and social development. Passionate about empowering students with diverse abilities to reach their full potential through personalized support and innovative educational approaches. Dedicated to promoting equity and inclusion in the classroom to ensure all learners have the opportunity to succeed.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Title 1 Reading and Math Teacher

Learn Behavioral
08.2018 - Current
  • Collaborate with the school administrators and classroom teachers to identify Title 1 students
  • Plan and deliver effective instruction in small group setting
  • Administer pre and post assessments and consistent tracking of student progress and data
  • Plan and host parent engagement workshops

Lead Teacher

Atlantis Academy
06.2013 - 06.2018
  • Program coordinator for the 18 and over classroom
  • Designed and implemented the Hands-On Life, Life Skills Program
  • Evaluate and track the progress of all inclusive classrooms
  • Host bi-monthly department meetings and curriculum planning
  • Mentor and support new teachers
  • Establish and oversee partnerships with community agencies
  • Collaborate with students, parents, support staff, and administrators

Educational Support Specialist

U.M.-N.S.U. Center For Autism and Related Disabilities
08.2005 - 05.2013
  • Provide individual & family case-managed support services
  • Program consultation & technical assistance (on-site)
  • Provide parent & professional training/workshops
  • Develop, implement and attend Public Awareness & Community Outreach Programs

Education

B.S. - Special Education K-12, Regular Education N-6

St. John's University
Queens, NY
01.1993

Skills

  • Bilingual in Spanish
  • Differentiating Instruction for Diverse Learners in K-12
  • Adapting to different learning styles
  • Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans
  • Implement ABA Strategies
  • Classroom Management
  • Tech-Savvy
  • Group, individual and virtual instruction
  • Motivating and encouraging
  • Student performance evaluations
  • Early Intervention Home based Instruction

Timeline

Title 1 Reading and Math Teacher

Learn Behavioral
08.2018 - Current

Lead Teacher

Atlantis Academy
06.2013 - 06.2018

Educational Support Specialist

U.M.-N.S.U. Center For Autism and Related Disabilities
08.2005 - 05.2013

B.S. - Special Education K-12, Regular Education N-6

St. John's University

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