Victoria Rivera
La Junta,CO
Summary
Bilingual educator skilled in student engagement and parent-teacher communication. Proven expertise in differentiated instruction and interactive lesson planning to meet diverse learning needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
East Otero School District
La Junta, CO
08.2024 - Current
- Developing engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and retention of core subjects.
- Implementing differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs within the classroom.
- Collaboration with colleagues to create a positive, inclusive classroom environment for all students.
- Utilized technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences and improve student engagement.
- Conduct interactive lessons in multiple subjects, effectively communicating in both English and Spanish to support diverse learning needs.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning and participation.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
ELL Paraprofessional
East Otero School District
La Junta, CO
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Assisted ELL students in developing language skills through individualized instruction and support.
- Collaborated with teachers to design and implement effective lesson plans tailored to ELL needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance learning outcomes and engagement.
- Utilized educational technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences for ELL students.
Special Education Paraprofessional
East Otero School District
La Junta, CO
02.2018 - 08.2020
- Supported individualized education plans by assisting students with special needs in daily activities.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement classroom strategies for diverse learning styles.
- Monitored student behavior, providing positive reinforcement and redirection as needed.
- Assisted in developing educational materials tailored to specific learning objectives.
Salesperson
Wallace Oil Company
Swink, CO.
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Developed and maintained strong customer relationships to enhance client retention and loyalty.
- Collaborated with team members to identify sales opportunities and execute marketing strategies effectively.
- Provided product knowledge and support to customers, ensuring informed purchasing decisions.
- Analyzed customer feedback to refine sales techniques and improve service delivery.
Customer Service Representative
PRG Division
La Junta, CO
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Resolved customer inquiries efficiently, enhancing satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed high-volume calls, providing accurate information and timely solutions.
- Managed escalated issues with professionalism to ensure timely resolutions.
- Managed a high volume of calls daily, maintaining composure under pressure while providing exceptional service.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve service delivery processes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Education
Otero College
La Junta, CO05-2023
Skills
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative learning
- ELA, Math, Social Studies, and Science instruction
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
East Otero School District
08.2024 - Current
ELL Paraprofessional
East Otero School District
08.2020 - 08.2023
Special Education Paraprofessional
East Otero School District
02.2018 - 08.2020
Salesperson
Wallace Oil Company
06.2017 - 07.2018
Customer Service Representative
PRG Division
06.2016 - 06.2017
Associate of Arts - Early Education
Otero College