Ruth Rivera
Apopka,FL
Summary
Dedicated Teacher possessing expertise in classroom management, curriculum design and development and differentiated instruction. Enthusiastic educator skillful in designing challenging and enriching activities for students. Commended for flexible teaching style and willingness to work beyond call of duty.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Exceptional Education Teacher
Sterling Park Elementary School
04.2022 - Current
- Balanced individual and group instruction to accommodate different academic levels and learning styles.
- Communicated with parents and faculty to develop strong sense of collaboration between teachers, students and parents.
- Identified children's collective and individual learning needs to plan, prepare and deliver instruction designed to maximize individual learning and capture interest.
- Prepared lesson plans and executed different modalities to accelerate individual success.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
Substitute Teacher Pre-K to 5th Grade
Seminole County Schools
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
Fisrt Grade Teacher
Orange County Schools
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Preschool Teacher
Headstart Early Learning
08.2014 - 03.2018
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Calados
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO IN BAYAMON
Bayamon, PR12.2009
Skills
- Student Records
- Video Instruction
- Core Curriculum and Standards
- Diverse Student Populations
Timeline
Exceptional Education Teacher
Sterling Park Elementary School
04.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher Pre-K to 5th Grade
Seminole County Schools
01.2019 - 04.2022
Fisrt Grade Teacher
Orange County Schools
08.2018 - 12.2018
Preschool Teacher
Headstart Early Learning
08.2014 - 03.2018
Fourth Grade Teacher
Calados
08.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO IN BAYAMON
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