Milagros Rivera
Jacksonville,United States
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Seaside Elementary School
01.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
Teaching Assistant
Lutheran Services Head Start
06.2013 - 01.2023
- Improved overall class participation by implementing group activities and project-based learning.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
Teaching Assistant
Jacksonville Urban League Head Start
05.2004 - 06.2013
- Assisted in the assessment of student progress, providing valuable insights for adjusting instructional approaches.
- Supported students with disabilities in mainstream classrooms, promoting inclusion and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated communication between general education teachers and special education staff to ensure consistency in instruction and accommodations.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Instituto De Banca Y Comercio - Hato Rey
Hato Rey, PR07.1991
High School Diploma -
Josefina Banco High School
Guaynabo PR06.1989
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Small Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Skills Development
- Individual Instruction
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Organization
- Play-based instruction
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher
Seaside Elementary School
01.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Lutheran Services Head Start
06.2013 - 01.2023
Teaching Assistant
Jacksonville Urban League Head Start
05.2004 - 06.2013
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Instituto De Banca Y Comercio - Hato Rey
High School Diploma -
Josefina Banco High School