Beth Rivera, M.A.Ed Email & Phone Number

In my current role, I utilize the Orton-Gillingham approach to create and deliver custom-made literacy lessons that are multisensory, diagnostic, and prescriptive to the needs of each individual student, resulting in measurable success for each student and an increase of four grade levels for one student in particular.In addition, I display patience and empathy while delivering insightful and engaging learning experiences to students with varying levels of learning differences, ensuring the deepest understanding of all course materials.Furthermore, I exhibit flexibility by delivering lessons virtually during the pandemic. I utilize Zoom, Miro Collaborative Whiteboard, and an innovative, creative approach to the hands-on multisensory curriculum, resulting in academic progress for students despite the virtual delivery.

New Albany, Ohio, United States

While in this position, I performed in-depth assessments of students with learning differences and utilized the results to create personalized tutoring experiences, resulting in 100% of students experiencing measurable success by end of the assessment period.I also employed my exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to uncover both individual educational needs and student interests/ hobbies, delivering fun, unique, and personalized experiences that aided learning retention.In addition, I broadened my professional development by consulting with an Orton-Gillingham Fellow on a regular basis to obtain professional guidance, mentoring, and feedback. I implemented the recommended techniques in tutoring methodology, ensuring the delivery of a more robust student experience.

Matthews, North Carolina, United States

In this role, I created and delivered quality English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum for grades six and seven, resulting in 94% of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards during their end-of-year assessments.Furthermore, I utilized the Socratic Seminar class structure to pose open-ended questions that foster students’ deep thinking, questioning, and student-led class discussions, resulting in a more thorough understanding of all classroom material.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

In this position, I developed cross-curricular units of study for students aged 4-14 by aligning the existing art education curriculum to matching early literacy standards, resulting in a more cohesive learning experience.

Union County, North Carolina, United States

While in this role, I spearheaded a Reader's/Writer's Workshop as the Learning Implementation Coordinator. I facilitated grade-level “train the trainer” sessions for teachers unfamiliar with the Workshop model, ensuring their full understanding that led to the proper implementation of Workshop model in lessons and conferences.I also was recognized for my teaching excellence by being promoted to Intervention Specialist, working with several small groups of students needing extra reinforcement of key skills.In addition, I taught ELA curriculum to several grade levels, including third grade and sixth grade.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Curriculum And Instruction

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Child Studies And Psychology