Victoria Rivera
Charleston
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Charleston County Schools, adept in utilizing instructional technology and literacy strategies to enhance student engagement and achievement. Skilled in individualized instruction and team collaboration, I foster a multicultural learning environment that supports diverse learners. Committed to ethical standards and continuous professional growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Charleston County Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
Middle School English Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Maintained classroom discipline and modeled correct behaviors.
- Adhered to NC standards when planning course lessons.
- Evaluated and improved student reading comprehension through personalized instruction.
- Taught students how to express ideas in detail.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
Private Teacher
Dr. Michael Alperovich
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Taught reading comprehension and writing tactics to improve reading and writing skills.
- Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
Marketing and Communications Consultant
Shipman and Goodwin Law Firm
04.2019 - 11.2019
- Used needs assessment, problem-solving, negotiating and analytical skills to develop and present proposals for service for current and potential customers.
- Instituted strategic planning processes to determine future direction and lay out plans for growth.
- Increased staff productivity by targeting high-yield prospective clients and creating lead generation programs and sales materials.
Marketing Intern
Sony Music
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Conducted primary and secondary research to better understand customer needs and behaviors.
- Assembled reports and presentations to share insights and recommendations with stakeholders.
- Managed campaigns for various clients
- Developed questionnaires and facilitated focus group discussions.
- Assisted in creating written, video, and image content for marketing channels.
Marketing Intern
Morgan Marketing & Communications
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Researched interesting and relevant content to capture interest and improve site traffic.
- Assisted in creating written, video, and image content for marketing channels.
- Researched competitor trends and interpreted findings to report conclusions to supervisors.
- Tracked key metrics and developed spreadsheets and data models.
Education
Master of Arts - Middle School Teaching
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC05-2018
Skills
- Creative writing
- Ethical standards
- Instructional technology
- Literacy strategies
- Special needs support
- Oral communication
- Multicultural education
- Management
- Individualized instruction
- Team collaboration
- Licensed in NC, SC, VA, CT
Timeline
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Charleston County Schools
08.2023 - Current
Middle School English Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
08.2021 - 06.2023
Private Teacher
Dr. Michael Alperovich
09.2020 - 06.2021
Marketing and Communications Consultant
Shipman and Goodwin Law Firm
04.2019 - 11.2019
Marketing Intern
Sony Music
05.2018 - 09.2018
Marketing Intern
Morgan Marketing & Communications
05.2017 - 08.2017
Master of Arts - Middle School Teaching
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
College of Charleston