Victoria Riano
Stafford ,VA
Summary
Certificated Multiple Subjects teacher with 12 years of elementary experience across grades K, 3, and 5. Skilled in cultivating strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues while delivering standards-aligned, culturally responsive instruction. Committed to fostering inclusive classroom communities that prioritize equity, belonging, and rigorous academic growth. Experienced instructional leader with a background in English Language Development (ELD), Professional Learning Communities, and data-driven instruction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Stafford County Public Schools
Stafford VA
07.2025 - Current
- Designed developmentally appropriate literacy and math instruction grounded in foundational skill development and state standards.
- Strengthened early reading skills through explicit phonics instruction, language acquisition strategies, and small-group intervention.
- Fostered strong school–family partnerships through consistent communication and family engagement events.
- Established structured classroom routines that supported social-emotional growth, independence, and positive behavior.
- Served as a member of the School Science Committee, collaborating with colleagues to enhance science instruction and support school wide STEM initiatives.
3rd Grade Teacher
Castro Valley Unified School District
Castro Valley Ca
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed and delivered engaging, standards-aligned lessons integrating social-emotional learning (SEL).
- Created a culturally responsive classroom environment that fostered belonging and academic growth.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to support diverse learners.
- Promoted emotional regulation, empathy, and collaboration through daily structures and restorative practices.
- Active member of Parent Teacher Club and School Site Council.
5th Grade Teacher Roosevelt Elementary
Selma Unified School District
Selma CA
08.2020 - 06.2024
- Designed differentiated, standards-based instruction using culturally sustaining practices.
- Led STEAM-integrated, project-based learning units to promote critical thinking and collaboration.
- Collaborated within Professional Learning Communities to analyze data and refine instructional practices.
- Served as a Master Teacher (2020–2021).
- Summer School Teacher (2020–2023); Winter Session Teacher (2023–2024).
- Young Author’s Fair Advisor (2021–2023).
- Teacher Representative, Parent Teacher Club.
5th Grade Teacher Garfield Elementary
Selma Unified School District
Selma CA
08.2014 - 06.2024
- Served as Demonstration ELD Teacher, coaching colleagues on language development strategies and structured academic discourse.
- Member, Instructional Leadership Team (data analysis and school-wide improvement planning).
- Site Advisor, National History Day (2015–2018); students advanced to CA State Competition.
- Member, School Site Council and English Language Advisory Committee.
- School Volleyball Coach.
- Young Author’s Fair Advisor (2015–2019).
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA05-2020
Teaching Credential - Multiple Subjects
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA05-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA05-2013
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood development
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Technology integration
- Behavior management
- Faculty collaboration
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Stafford County Public Schools
07.2025 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
Castro Valley Unified School District
08.2024 - 06.2025
5th Grade Teacher Roosevelt Elementary
Selma Unified School District
08.2020 - 06.2024
5th Grade Teacher Garfield Elementary
Selma Unified School District
08.2014 - 06.2024
Master of Arts - Teaching
Fresno Pacific University
Teaching Credential - Multiple Subjects
Fresno Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Fresno Pacific University