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Sonia Rivera

Vineland

Summary

I am a dedicated, goal-driven, and bilingual professional with a commitment to the growth and development of every person; seeking to obtain long term opportunities, with a well-established organization, where I may fully utilize my skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

ESS
09.2021 - Current
  • Grades K-12
  • Managed all aspects of classroom instruction, including designing engaging lesson plans, administering and grading assignments, and reporting on student progress to school administrators
  • Built strong relationships with parents, fostering a collaborative environment for student success through regular communication and involvement opportunities.
  • Enhanced student achievement by implementing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
  • Established a positive classroom culture by setting clear expectations and promoting mutual respect among students.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by enforcing consistent discipline policies and utilizing positive reinforcement strategies, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of school-wide events, promoting a sense of community among staff, students, and families.

Support Staff/Paraprofessional

Cunningham Academy
09.2019 - 06.2021
  • Grades 6-12
  • Supported teacher and students in a self contained classroom
  • Reinforced school norms and redirected student behavior
  • Mediated and deescalated student conflicts
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.

Speech/Language Paraprofessional

Volusia County Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2019
  • Grades K-5th
  • Created/revised clinician schedule
  • Covered speech/language therapy sessions (Grades K-5)
  • Assisted in lesson planning and therapy group success
  • Assisted behavior management and gave 1:1 support in special education classrooms

Certified Teacher Assistant

Insight Workforce Solutions
09.2014 - 06.2017
  • Grades K-12
  • Worked 1:1 with high school students with Special Needs
  • Met the student's individual needs in a self-contained classroom
  • Dedicated to providing teacher support and student growth
  • Taught individuals with speech difficulties to use communicative devices
  • Offered training on life skills

Substitute Teacher Assistant

Vineland Board of Education
09.2012 - 06.2014
  • Grades K-12
  • Supported and reinforced classroom objectives
  • Communicated with professionals to evaluate progress and implement IEP objectives
  • Maintained a safe and positive environment
  • Monitored students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments

Education

Master of Social Work -

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Bachelor's degree - Spanish Language and Culture Studies

Stockton University
05.2023

Associate's degree - Special Education

Daytona State College
05.2020

Skills

  • Bilingual (Spanish)
  • Growth mindset
  • Conflict resolution
  • Special education
  • Teamwork
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking

Affiliations

  • Sigma Delta Pi- National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society
  • Sigma Alpha Pi- National Society of Leadership and Success

Timeline

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

ESS
09.2021 - Current

Support Staff/Paraprofessional

Cunningham Academy
09.2019 - 06.2021

Speech/Language Paraprofessional

Volusia County Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2019

Certified Teacher Assistant

Insight Workforce Solutions
09.2014 - 06.2017

Substitute Teacher Assistant

Vineland Board of Education
09.2012 - 06.2014

Bachelor's degree - Spanish Language and Culture Studies

Stockton University

Associate's degree - Special Education

Daytona State College

Master of Social Work -

Grand Canyon University

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