State University School

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DR-JOSÉ-G-RIVERA-

B5628617

JGR

OBJECTIVE

To contribute my experience and

passion for education to promote a

lifelong love for learning and a

pursuit of academic excellence.

SKILLS

My best attribute is persistence in

working with teams of advocates to

facilitate meaningful opportunities

for students to learn and succeed

in life.

CERTIFICATION

School/District Administration

(SDA), NYSED, Permanent

DR. JOSÉ G. RIVERA

EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATOR

4680 EAST BONCREST DRIVE, WILLIAMSVILLE, NY 14221

EDUCATION

Education Doctor (Ed.D.), Educational Administration/2013 State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Certificate of Advanced Studies (C.A.S.),

School Business & Human Resources/2010

State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Certificate of Advanced Studies (C.A.S.), Teaching for Diversity/2010 State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Certificate of Advanced Studies (C.A.S.),

School Administration and Supervision/1994

State University College at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

Education Master (Ed.M.), Science Education/1989

State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology/1982

State University College at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

EXPERIENCE

Consultant ● ERIE 1 BOCES/RBE-RN

October 2012 - September 2015;

November 2016 - Present

As part of the NYSED’s Commissioner Integrated Intervention Team (IIT), responsible for providing on-site diagnostic district and/or school reviews at selected Priority/Focus schools to inform the development of districts’/schools’ Comprehensive Improvement/Education Plans. I contribute my knowledge and experience to assist schools and districts to improve the educational services provided to English Language Learners (ELLs) and other students throughout New York State. JGR DR. JOSÉ G. RIVERA

EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATOR

4680 EAST BONCREST DRIVE, WILLIAMSVILLE, NY 14221

***********@*****.*** Jose@chegui722 716-***-**** www.linkedin.com/in/dr- josé-g-rivera-b5628617

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

● Danielson Framework

● Restorative Justice

● Crisis Prevention

● Diagnostic Tool for Schools and

District Evaluation

● Financial Oversight

● DASA

● Child Abuse Prevention and

Reporting

Principal ● ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOLS DISTRICT (RCSD) July 2016 - August 2016

Responsible for the overall operation of the school and the Summer Learning Program

(grades K-6). Responsible for monitoring instruction aligned to NYS standards and ensuring compliance with the program’s proposed objectives and services

(enhancement of biliteracy through integrated science activities). Demonstrated and promoted culture and belief that all students can learn. Shared instructional vision with teachers and engaged them in the decision-making activities of the program. Coordinated support services, including food, transportation, and special education assistance for all ELL students and those identified with special disabilities under the individuals with disabilities education act amendments of 1997 (idea). Maintained school safety and enforced school discipline policies. Engaged parents to participate in the learning activities and shared with them the program’s accomplishments. Demonstrated familiarity with complexities of urban environment. Assistant Principal ● ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOLS DISTRICT (RCSD) September 2015 - June 2016

Responsible for assisting the school principal with the leadership, coordination, supervision and management of the school program and school operation (PK-6). Demonstrated experience co-leading school in urban environment and co-led staff to accelerate student academic and learning performance by applying current trends and best practices in education.

Commissioned a research study to analyze the correlation between years of instruction in bilingual education and NWEA assessment. Results infused renewed confidence and motivation among faculty to push forward in the school’s effort to remove its receivership status.

Visited homes and met with parents to solve problems and provide support on behalf of their children. Collaborated to maintain a safe environment for socio-emotional developmental health (SEDH) of students.

JGR DR. JOSÉ G. RIVERA

EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATOR

4680 EAST BONCREST DRIVE, WILLIAMSVILLE, NY 14221

***********@*****.*** Jose@chegui722 716-***-**** www.linkedin.com/in/dr- josé-g-rivera-b5628617

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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE OR

LEADERSHIP

● Member, Association of Latino

Administrators and Superintendents,

New York Chapter.

● Member, Phi Delta Kappa

● President & Founder,

JGR Educational Associates, LLC;

Founded this limited partnership

corporation (MWBE) to provide

consulting services to school districts.

4 years

● Delegation Leader, WNY Puerto

Rican & Hispanic Youth Leadership

Institute. 22 years

● Designed and implemented multiple

programs to improve school

attendance, academic achievement,

school participation, parent

engagement, professional learning

community and school culture.

● Taught and counseled youth in

Upward Bound Program (SUNYAB) and

adults at Educational Opportunity

Center (SUNYAB).

● Taught and counseled adults in

Adult Basic Education Program at

Night School (HBBA #76, BPS).

Assistant Principal ● BUFFALO PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT (BPS) July 1998 - August 2008

Responsible for assisting the school principals at various schools with the leadership, coordination, supervision and management of the school program and school operation (PK-12). Coordinated all activities pertaining to bilingual education, from monitoring and evaluation of instruction to assessments (annual academic and language proficiency summative and formative).

Organized and led parent engagement activities. Through creative initiatives, increased participation in parent-teacher monthly meetings from 2 to 120 parents and teachers.

Led youth leadership activities and engaged students in after-school activities aimed at providing them with exploration and self-discovery of artistic as well as public speaking talents. The activities empowered students by enhancing their self- confidence, vis-a-vis improving their attendance to school, academic achievement and inspiring them to pursue higher education and careers. Teacher ● BUFFALO PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT (BPS)

November 1982 - August 1993

Successfully taught students in grades 2 to 12: began as 2nd grade teacher

(substitute) for 7 months; then, became an ESL, NLA, and Health teacher in high school

(9-12) for a year; the following year, was recruited to teach science at middle school

(Life Science, Physical Science, Earth Science) and I did for 9 years – during the summers, taught high school science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics). A sense of fulfillment is ever present as I continuously receive social media messages from my former students crediting me for their success in life as determined by a balance between spirit, mind and body as well as service to others.

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