Yany Garcia Rivera
Ocala,FL
Summary
Professional educator well-versed in special education with history of creating impactful learning experiences tailored to diverse student needs. Expertise in curriculum development and classroom management, ensuring supportive and effective learning environment. Known for fostering strong team collaboration and adaptability to evolving classroom dynamics, with focus on achieving measurable student success. Knowledgeable Math Teacher. Proven success in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering collaborative learning environment for middle school students. Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching methods to suit diverse learning styles and needs. Experienced with teaching foundational mathematics concepts to middle school students. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to engage and motivate learners. Knowledge of curriculum development and classroom management techniques.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESE Teacher/ESE Support Facilitator
Ross Prairie Elementary
07.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom engagement and student focus.
- Collaborated with parents and specialists to monitor student progress and adjust teaching methods.
- Led professional development workshops to share best practices in special education methodologies.
- Advocated for resources and support services to ensure optimal learning environments for all students.
ESE and Pre-Algebra Teacher
Dunnellon Middle
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Designed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of pre-algebra concepts.
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement targeted interventions.
- Boosted student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group projects into lesson plans.
ESE/ Inclusion Teacher
Dunnellon Middle School
11.2021 - 06.2024
- Implementing specialized instructional strategies to individual or group of students designed to meet their needs
- Designing the exceptional student education plan to address students' needs by identifying appropriate accommodations
Lead Emergency Evaluator
Lifestream Behavioral Center
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Assessing consumers through intakes and other interviews to determine diagnosis and treatment needs
- Conducting assessments for involuntary hospitalization, gather background information; coordinate hospital arrangements as needed
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist
Compass Counseling, LLC
10.2015 - 06.2021
- Development of Individualized Plan to address consumer's needs by leading Individual and Group Counseling and Psychosocial Sessions providing assistance with job training, housing needs, and family support issues
Monitor of Federal Affairs
Department of Education
06.2011 - 06.2014
- Assisting Schools and other entities with strategic planning for known and potential regulatory activities related to educational services and budget
- Monitoring appropriate use of funding from different programs including: Title I, Title III and Supplemental Educational Services (SES)
Paraprofessional/Teacher
"La Esperanza" School
10.2008 - 06.2011
- Providing Instructional Services to Students with Special Needs
- Development of Individualized Educational Plans
- Coordinating Integration Activities
- Collaboration with Teachers, Therapists and other Professionals to address student's needs
Education
Teaching Certificate -
Florida Southern College/College of Central Florida
10-2023
Master's Degree - Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Credits), Marriage and Family Counseling, Career Counseling
Troy University
Altamonte Springs, Florida06-2015
Master's Degree - Business Administration, International Business, Marketing
Ana G. Mendez University
San Juan, Puerto Rico06-2010
Bachelor's Degree - Social Science, Politics, Sociology
University of Puerto Rico
San Juan, Puerto Rico06-2007
Skills
- Listening skills
- Compassion and Empathy
- Good Organizational skills
- Patient
- People-oriented
- Inclusion strategies
- Classroom organization
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
- Data collection
- Progress monitoring
Certification
ESE K-12/Math 5-9 grade/Business 6-12/ Reading Endorsement/Marketing/Social Science
LANGUAGES
English - Native or Bilingual Proficiency
Spanish - Native or Bilingual Proficiency
Timeline
ESE Teacher/ESE Support Facilitator
Ross Prairie Elementary
07.2025 - Current
ESE and Pre-Algebra Teacher
Dunnellon Middle
07.2024 - 06.2025
ESE/ Inclusion Teacher
Dunnellon Middle School
11.2021 - 06.2024
Lead Emergency Evaluator
Lifestream Behavioral Center
02.2021 - 11.2021
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist
Compass Counseling, LLC
10.2015 - 06.2021
Monitor of Federal Affairs
Department of Education
06.2011 - 06.2014
Paraprofessional/Teacher
"La Esperanza" School
10.2008 - 06.2011
Master's Degree - Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Credits), Marriage and Family Counseling, Career Counseling
Troy University
Master's Degree - Business Administration, International Business, Marketing
Ana G. Mendez University
Bachelor's Degree - Social Science, Politics, Sociology
University of Puerto Rico
Teaching Certificate -
Florida Southern College/College of Central Florida