Nelly Susana Rivera
Poplar Bluff,Missouri
Summary
I am an Innovative educator skilled in teamwork and collaboration, with a commitment to enhancing student learning through organized events and artistic expression. Ready to leverage creativity and dependability to support community engagement and spiritual development.
I consider myself a dependable professional with extensive experience in religious education.
I can demonstrate exceptional problem-solving and to posses active listening skills, contributing to impactful events and fostering spiritual growth through creativity and collaboration.
Also, I am an experienced leader with a strong background in guiding teams, managing projects, and achieving strategic objectives with enthusiasm.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Assisting in Religious Education
Sacred Heart School
Poplar Bluff, MO
09.2020 - Current
- I assist with the OCIA program every year.
- I believe that I am skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement in whatever is needed in the church.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Religion and Art Teacher
Sacred Heart School
Poplar Bluff, MO
08.2016 - Current
- I am preparing the 2nd-grade students for the sacrament of reconciliation and First Holy Communion.
- I encourage students to be involved and be active participants in the religion class by fostering spiritual learning and growth.
- My focus is to foster a collaborative classroom environment, encouraging creativity and expression.
- I teach students in various artistic techniques, enhancing their skills and confidence.
- I organize school-wide art exhibitions showcasing student work and promoting community involvement.
- I teach students to learn to appreciate sacred music and sing at school masses.
Kindergarten Teacher
Sacred Heart School
Poplar Bluff, MO
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to foster early childhood development.
- Developed individualized strategies to support diverse learning needs in classroom settings.
- Organized school performances, ensuring smooth execution and high-quality presentations.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, beats, compositions, and chords.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child And Adolescent Development
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA01-2010
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA06-2007
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
Certification
- Certificate of Human Development Preschool Child
Sana Ana College, June 2000
- Mentoring Academy 2018-2019
Southeast Missouri State University
- Certificate of Building Intercultural Competence for Ministers
Aquinas Institute of Theology, November 2018
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Italian
Limited Working
Vietnamese
Elementary
Timeline
Assisting in Religious Education
Sacred Heart School
09.2020 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Sacred Heart School
08.2017 - 05.2019
Religion and Art Teacher
Sacred Heart School
08.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Child And Adolescent Development
California State University, Fullerton
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Santa Ana College