Sandra Rivera
Teacher
Fox Lake,IL
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Caring Teacher with expertise in behavior modification and extensive experience in modernizing classrooms for long-term student success. Dedicated to individualized student care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Montessori School
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Teacher
Italki
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Navigated technical difficulties in organizing virtual classrooms, adapting lessons where necessary and supporting students in accessing lessons successfully.
- Coached students in individual completion of personal projects, connecting with subject matter experts and creating favorable and enriching memories while building skills.
- Tutored students through challenges and issues in project and assignment completion.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Au Pair
Cultural Care
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Developed bilingual abilities in Spanish and English, through immersive conversation and activities.
- Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and games.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
07.2011
Course - English Skills For Real Life Situations
10.2021
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavioral Skills Development
- Student-Centered Learning
- Online Teaching
- Learning Modalities
- Interdisciplinary Teaching
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Differentiated Learning Techniques
- Middle School Education
- Teacher Assistance
- Classroom Management Techniques
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Au Pair - Cultural Care
03.2021 - 07.2022
Teacher - Italki
08.2020 - 10.2021
Teacher - Montessori School
08.2019 - 10.2020
UAEM - Bachelor of Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Montefalco School - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Hudson County Community College - Course, English Skills For Real Life Situations
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