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Tami Rivera

Poteet,TX

Summary

Professional educator of 15 years with outstanding communication and instruction experience. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

16
years of professional experience

Work History

Northside ISD
San Antonio, TX

Student Success Advisor / Intervention
10.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Organize, publicize and present meetings throughout the year for all grade levels on such topics as academic preparedness, academic rigor, AP, Dual credit, and OnRamps courses, college admissions, financial aid, and career assessment.
  • Identify students eligible for dual credit courses and assist from application to final course selection.
  • Conduct academic advisement services for students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
  • Provide support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
  • Coordinate and schedule PSAT/ACT/SAT Prep courses on campus.
  • Investigate complaints and work with students, parents and teachers on finding positive resolutions.
  • Coordinate with business/college/agency partners all college-related activities, i.e. GO Program, TRIO, Upward Bound, GEARUP, Talent Search, and College Fairs.
  • Mentor students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.
  • Coordinate college recruitment visits, plan college visits for student groups.
  • Maintain Records, gather data, and prepare reports as required for program administration.
  • Advise pre-college students and parents regarding preparation for higher education.
  • Attend and participate in all faculty meetings and serve on staff committees.

San Antonio ISD
San Antonio, TX

Testing Coordinator
08.2017 - 10.2021

Job overview

  • Plan, coordinate, implement, and maintain administration of national, state, advanced placement, and local assessment program.
  • Coordinate receipt, distribution, administration, and return of all local assessment materials.
  • Offer multiple opportunities for students to achieve CCMR status.
  • Account for accuracy and verification of all student program data and reports.
  • Demonstrate effective, written and oral communication skills; interpret policies, and procedures
  • Demonstrate organizational skills which utilize problem-solving and adaptability for creating and maintaining positive orderly, purposeful, learning/working environment for instructional purposes.
  • Ensure routine cycle of communication between campus, Special Education, LPAC, 504, and RTI committees on testing program requirements.
  • Demonstrate integrity, high expectations, commitment, respect, dedication to teamwork and passion for student-centered environment.
  • Complete all mandatory performance evaluation measures and required training within specified time limits, e.g., Title IX training.

Northside ISD
San Antonio, TX

Career and Technology Teacher / Department Coordinator
08.2012 - 08.2017

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented standards for student academic achievement that aligned state, and local initiatives.
  • Created course syllabi and designed curriculum for course instruction of face-to-face and online instructional resources.
  • Facilitated collaboration and cooperation between departments and cross-functional teams to support and establish programs, lessons, and student activities.
  • Provided teaching staff with resources and opportunities for further professional development with curriculum training courses.
  • Prepared travel plans, including itinerary, transportation, and overnight accommodations for teachers.
  • Cultivated strong student and parent relationships to help resolve situations and positively affect behavior, as well as academic performance.
  • Monitored and evaluated performance of career and technology teachers to verify achievement of educational program objectives and standards.
  • Implemented program-level departmental policies and procedures and managed budgets to support educational programs and curriculum.
  • Assisted with the development and revision of curriculum and instructional materials for district use.
  • Mentored teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Active participant in various committee positions such as Campus Operations, Campus Safety, Instructor and Student Professional Development, and Program Official for Internship in the CTE/Business Department.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers, and outside agencies.
  • Improved student achievement with emphasis on CCMR and workforce readiness.
  • Assisted teachers with identification and completion of various industry certifications.

NorthEast ISD / STEM Academy
San Antonio, TX

Career and Technology Teacher
08.2008 - 07.2012

Job overview

  • Created child-based hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Used technology appropriate for courses and programs and communicate clearly to student’s expectations concerning the use of technology.
  • Received high remarks for creativity of classroom lesson plans and instructional techniques from students, parents, and faculty.
  • Used variety of teaching techniques to encourage student critical thinking and discussion.
  • Managed off-campus events, community programs, and team competitions.

Axia College / University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ

Online Adjunct Faculty
08.2007 - 12.2011

Job overview

  • Maintained attendance records, submitted grades on time, and provided constructive feedback to students.
  • Created and maintained accurate syllabi.
  • Conducted classes punctually and in accordance with the meeting schedule.
  • Responsible for oversight of curriculum.
  • Considered individual student differences to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities.
  • Used a variety of techniques to assess student learning.
  • Integrated concrete, real-life situations into learning experiences as appropriate to encourage critical thinking, interdisciplinary skills, and teamwork.
  • Participated in professional development activities as required.
  • Created a positive classroom atmosphere that encouraged active and collaborative learning, and support for learners.
  • Advised students about program and career options.
  • Implemented Blackboard technology in teaching Business and General Education classes.
  • Collected and submitted required assessments of student learning data.

Education

University of Texas - San Antonio
San Antonio, TX

BBA from Information Technology
05.2000

University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX

MBA from Business Administration
12.2006

Walden University
San Antonio, TX

Ed.D. from Educational Administration and Leadership
2023

Skills

  • Principal Certification (EC-12)
  • Technology Applications (EC-12)
  • Technology Education (6-12)
  • Business Education (6-12)
  • Online teaching
  • Curriculum planning
  • Targeted student assistance
  • College application assistance, Individual and family support
  • Testing and evaluation
  • Technology integration
  • Proactive and Multitasking
  • Data Analysis

Timeline

Student Success Advisor / Intervention

Northside ISD
10.2021 - Current

Testing Coordinator

San Antonio ISD
08.2017 - 10.2021

Career and Technology Teacher / Department Coordinator

Northside ISD
08.2012 - 08.2017

Career and Technology Teacher

NorthEast ISD / STEM Academy
08.2008 - 07.2012

Online Adjunct Faculty

Axia College / University of Phoenix
08.2007 - 12.2011

University of Texas - San Antonio

BBA from Information Technology

University of The Incarnate Word

MBA from Business Administration

Walden University

Ed.D. from Educational Administration and Leadership

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