Thelma Rivero
Sonshine Christian School
17
years of professional experience
Experienced educator with a strong focus on driving student achievement and fostering a collaborative classroom environment. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs. Known for adaptability, reliability, and effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues to make a significant impact through innovative teaching methods to support a balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Work History
Fourth Grade Lead Teacher
5 Years- Collaborated with colleagues to design and implement interdisciplinary projects, educational field trips that promoted critical thinking, creativity, and student engagement.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Fostered positive relationships with students and parents through effective communication and support initiatives.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests in Bible, Math, Language Arts, Reading, Spelling, Social Studies, Science and evaluating results.
- Provided warm, supportive warm, supportive environment for developing developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and emerging trends within the field of education.
Preschool Teacher
4 Years 5 Months- Assisted in creating structured lesson plans to support student learning. Facilitated the organization of educational materials for effective lesson delivery.
- Collaborated with educators to enhance curriculum development and implementation.
- Evaluated developmental milestones in cognitive, physical, and social domains.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
- Planned, prepared and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth for 4-5 year old students.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal parent-teacher conferences.
- Organized and supervised holiday plays that students participated in.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Preschool Teacher
3 Years 2 Months- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Assisted and supervised 22 children through the entire school day.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Increased parent involvement by effectively communicating with families about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and student progress reports.
- Initiated parent-teacher meetings to discuss children's progress, strengthening family-school connections.
- Conducted early literacy and math activities, laying the foundation for future academic success.
- Facilitated connection with nature through regular educational outdoor excursions, enhancing environmental awareness.
- Nurtured creativity in students by incorporating arts and crafts into the curriculum, showcasing their talents.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
Education
Associates - Early Childhood Education
Skills
Parent-teacher communication
Growth orientation
Parent involvement
Adaptability and flexibility
Curriculum development
Growth mindset
Educational outing planning
Community involvement
Interests
I enjoy serving as both a participant and leader in my church's women's ministry
where I plan and organize monthly gathering that foster community
encouragement
and personal growth. I coordinate guest speakers
organize events
and create welcoming opportunities for women to connect
build meaningful relationships
and support one another. Through this role
I have developed strong leadership
event planning
communication
and organizational skills while serving my community.
Timeline
Fourth Grade Lead Teacher
Sonshine Christian School
08.2021 - CurrentRead More
Preschool Teacher
Sonshine Christian Preschool
03.2017 - 08.2021Read More
Preschool Teacher
Head Start
07.2009 - 09.2012Read More
Pima Community College
Associates from Early Childhood Education
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