Daisy Díaz-Rivera Email and Phone Number

Develop and implement special education plans and initiativesMonitor and evaluate special education programs and servicesDevelop and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and school staffKeep up to date on new and evolving special education laws, regulations and best practices

• Analyze NWEA assessment results to develop and implement interventions focused on closing academic gaps. • Manage meetings, conferences, files and other matters related to the special needs students; in order to ensure compliance with state and federal laws.

• Developed and performed classroom management system, drawing upon vast knowledge of differentiated instruction/educational best practices to create a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.• Prepare lessons on Spanish language and culture, keeping in mind individual learning levels to ensure content is both engaging and accessible for all students.• Implemented and applied a reward system, engaging with students individually to increase the turn in of assignments on time… Show more • Developed and performed classroom management system, drawing upon vast knowledge of differentiated instruction/educational best practices to create a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.• Prepare lessons on Spanish language and culture, keeping in mind individual learning levels to ensure content is both engaging and accessible for all students.• Implemented and applied a reward system, engaging with students individually to increase the turn in of assignments on time by 15%. Show less

• Supported the management and development of the curricular units of the Department of World Languages (Spanish language), testing the reliability and validity of the assessments created by the work team.• Created short stories on relevant topics using cognates and basic vocabulary to promote language acquisition through interpretive reading.• Designed interactive lessons on the Nearpod platform so that High School teachers could offer friendly and flexible content; capable of adapting… Show more • Supported the management and development of the curricular units of the Department of World Languages (Spanish language), testing the reliability and validity of the assessments created by the work team.• Created short stories on relevant topics using cognates and basic vocabulary to promote language acquisition through interpretive reading.• Designed interactive lessons on the Nearpod platform so that High School teachers could offer friendly and flexible content; capable of adapting 100% to all teaching modalities: face-to-face, online and/or simultaneous. Show less

• Supported and motivated teachers, parents and school administrators during goal setting, data analysis, and the decision-making process.• Collaborated with educators implementing their deliberate practice plan, offering coaching and mentoring; achieving a 20% increase in student academic growth.• Built and delivered a variety of professional development workshops for K-12 teachers that received over 90% positive feedback from participants.

• Offered workshops and technical support for the integration of the ACHIEVE 3000 and Aleks educational programs in the classroom, resulting in a 40% increase in the use of the platforms.• Led teachers during the closing learning gaps exercise, applying curricular alignment strategies; contributing to the academic performance of more than 100 students during summer classes.• Helped implement changes for the effective use of technology in the classroom, through monitoring and technical… Show more • Offered workshops and technical support for the integration of the ACHIEVE 3000 and Aleks educational programs in the classroom, resulting in a 40% increase in the use of the platforms.• Led teachers during the closing learning gaps exercise, applying curricular alignment strategies; contributing to the academic performance of more than 100 students during summer classes.• Helped implement changes for the effective use of technology in the classroom, through monitoring and technical support; successfully completing each consultation at the designated schools. Show less

• Worked supporting the School Improvement Plan using Evidence-Based Teaching Strategies• Reinforced the implementation of differentiated education strategies by coaching sessions and professional development workshops; facilitating planning for effective inclusion.• Provided support for classroom motivation and management strategies.• Gave technical assistance and led educational technology workshops to promote the integration of technology in the classroom; impacting over 100… Show more • Worked supporting the School Improvement Plan using Evidence-Based Teaching Strategies• Reinforced the implementation of differentiated education strategies by coaching sessions and professional development workshops; facilitating planning for effective inclusion.• Provided support for classroom motivation and management strategies.• Gave technical assistance and led educational technology workshops to promote the integration of technology in the classroom; impacting over 100 teachers. Show less

• Pursued constant analysis of qualitative and quantitative data for decision making in the classroom. • Worked with the school committee to create an Individualized Education Program (IEP) that meets the needs of each student with disabilities.• Applied a series of Activities-Based Learning, which increased student interest in regular lessons.• Successfully implemented the design and development of a school newspaper focused on informing the school community about the rights of… Show more • Pursued constant analysis of qualitative and quantitative data for decision making in the classroom. • Worked with the school committee to create an Individualized Education Program (IEP) that meets the needs of each student with disabilities.• Applied a series of Activities-Based Learning, which increased student interest in regular lessons.• Successfully implemented the design and development of a school newspaper focused on informing the school community about the rights of people with disabilities.• Established an alliance with two other teachers to offer team classes, which resulted in a 50% increase in the academic performance of the Spanish and math class. Show less

• Organized and supervised Quality Control team• Documented results of audits• Reported events and / or developments• Supported the quality team to achieve weekly goals

• Evaluated the performance of hired personnel, verified organization's achievements, assigned production, and ensured productivity• Ensured the plant met or exceeded HACCP, GMP, FDA, OSHA, and State regulations• Applied decision making to steer the company towards its objectives• Achievement: Reduced 15% in the cost of production through the design of modules