Luz D. Rosario Rivera
Saint Cloud
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Orange County Schools
08.2019 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
Teacher: Elementary to Jr. High School Levels
Puerto Rico’s Department of Education
01.2006 - Current
- Offer Spanish, Mathematics, Science, and History classes to students in an open dialogue room to allow for open discussion while addressing each student’s individual needs
- Offer conferences to faculty members to improve overall Special Education processes and offerings
- Strategically plan and coordinate classroom activities
- Develop reports required by the Department’s regulations and higher leadership
- School’s “Link Teacher” or “Maestro Enlace”; serves as a consulting agent in the school campus to provide further assistance/orientation for Special Education related matters
- President of School Council
Volunteer
Muscular Dystrophy Assosiation
01.2000 - Current
- Organized and took part in many activities to raise funds for the non-profit
- Activities included: telethons, radiothons, Kids Camps, etc
Director
Hydroponics Program for Students
01.2014 - 09.2017
- Directed the hydroponics program which consisted of linking/applying Math and Science topics for Special Education students
Education
Master of Arts - School Psychology
Interamerican University,Metro Campus
San Juan, PR07-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras
San Juan, PR06-2006
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans IEPs
- Small group instruction
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Social skills development
- Functional behavior assessment
- Crisis prevention and intervention
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
Certification
- Professional Crisis Management (PCM) - Professional Crisis Management Association.
- Special Education Credentials - Florida and Puerto Rico Department of Education.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Orange County Schools
08.2019 - Current
Director
Hydroponics Program for Students
01.2014 - 09.2017
Teacher: Elementary to Jr. High School Levels
Puerto Rico’s Department of Education
01.2006 - Current
Volunteer
Muscular Dystrophy Assosiation
01.2000 - Current
Master of Arts - School Psychology
Interamerican University,Metro Campus
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras
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