Priscilla Rivera
Gurnee,IL
Summary
Responsible and reliable college student seeking a part/full time position. I am currently taking courses at Keiser University majoring in Business Administration in which I recently received my Associate’s degree. I attended the Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design in which I majored in Fine Arts for one year. I have been studying art for 8 years. Able to give quality artistic direction to produce top quality results. Adaptable and flexible team player able to cope with the obstacles and remain true to creative goals. Passionate artist working on receiving a bachelor's degree. My medium is acrylic. I have also been involved in several exhibitions featuring my most notable work, both of which highlighted my artistic vision and ability to showcase my creative endeavors.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Thomas Edison Elementary School
2023.01 - Current
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Organized and led practice, research and lab assignments.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
Site Director
Maine Niles Association Of Special Recreation
2023.05 - 2023.08
- Performed continuous evaluations of [Area] successes and failures, and implemented improvement plans.
- Facilitated effective communication between internal and external stakeholders.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
- Provided onsite training to help develop employee skills.
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
Teacher's Assistant
Learning Links
2022.07 - 2022.11
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Hostess/Server
IC Brewhouse
2019.08 - 2022.03
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
Education
Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration
Keiser University
Miami, FL06.2024
No Degree - Art Therapy
Rocky Mountain College of Art And Design
Denver, CO06.2019
High School Diploma -
Niles West
Niles, IL05.2018
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Active Listener
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Teacher Assistance
- Crisis Management
- Classroom Management
- Activity Planning
- IEP Familiarity
- Safety Understanding
- Behavior Improvements
- Skill-Building Support
- Special Education
Freelance Photographer
Gifted and passionate photographer with a year of experience producing top-quality photos in outdoor settings. Hands-on experience assisting with all aspects of memorable photoshoots, including scheduling, set designing, shooting, and editing.
Timeline
Site Director
Maine Niles Association Of Special Recreation
2023.05 - 2023.08
Paraprofessional
Thomas Edison Elementary School
2023.01 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Learning Links
2022.07 - 2022.11
Hostess/Server
IC Brewhouse
2019.08 - 2022.03
Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration
Keiser University
No Degree - Art Therapy
Rocky Mountain College of Art And Design
High School Diploma -
Niles West
Similar Profiles
Genevieve MayaGenevieve Maya
Student Teacher at Thomas Edison Elementary SchoolStudent Teacher at Thomas Edison Elementary School
Stephanie JennettaStephanie Jennetta
Teacher of Special Education at Overbrook High SchoolTeacher of Special Education at Overbrook High School
Wendy JardimWendy Jardim
Specialist Secretary at Thomas Edison SchoolSpecialist Secretary at Thomas Edison School