Mandi Rivera

About Mandi Rivera

I support school systems by connecting them with hard-to-find, high-impact professionals whose work directly shapes student outcomes. My focus is on recruiting credentialed specialists and educators across DFW, Houston, and Pennsylvania, with an emphasis on roles that require deep expertise and certification.I primarily hire:• Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)• Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI)• Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH)• American Sign Language Interpreters• School Social Workers and School Counselors• Orientation & Mobility Specialists• Special education and general education teachers• Reading specialists, RBTs, and paraprofessionalsAlthough my pipelines concentrate on Texas and Pennsylvania, I also maintain access to a nationwide network of thousands of districts and candidates, allowing me to support placements in other regions and meet specialized staffing needs wherever they arise.My approach emphasizes clarity, efficiency, and respect—for candidates, administrators, and the students ultimately served. I aim to make each recruitment process transparent and supportive, and I value long-term relationships over short-term transactions.Outside of work, I’m a creative at heart. I spend my weekends in my sunroom-turned-art studio with my wife and teenage step-kids. As a family, we love spending time at Disney, enjoying the beaches of Clearwater, and fully embracing life as Floridians. If you work in the education field and want to stay connected—whether you are exploring new roles or simply expanding your professional network—I am always glad to connect: m••••••••@blazerjobs.com or 81••••••14

Experience

1. Recruiting Advisor

   Blazer Jobs

   Mar 2024 — Present · Oldsmar, FL, US

   I help exceptional educators and school-based professionals find contract and part-time roles where they can make a real impact — for students and for themselves. My focus is on roles in Special Education teams across K‑12 schools and coast to coast.My philosophy is simple: movement matters — for students, for classrooms, and for the talented professionals who guide them. I work closely with candidates to create opportunities that align with their skills, passions, and schedules, ensuring they can thrive while helping students grow.Whether it’s a part-time evaluation, a seasonal contract, or a longer-term placement, my goal is to match the right professional with the right student need — creating win-win outcomes that make a difference in the classroom every day.

Education

• Forbush High School

  High School Diploma

• University of South Florida

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Organizational Communication, General