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Andrea Ruiz

Portland,OR

Summary

Bilingual Educational Assistant with experience supporting student learning in dual language immersion programs. Skilled in delivering curriculum in Spanish and English, including phonics, math, reading, and writing. Adept at providing one-on-one and small group instruction, assisting with classroom management, and fostering students' socio-emotional development. Organized and reliable in offering logistical support to teachers and ensuring student safety. Background in psychology with experience in education, business administration, and operational management. Empathetic and committed to community needs.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

DLI Kindergarten EA/Beach Elementary School

Portland Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
  • Provide support for student learning across various Common Core standards for Kindergarten.
  • Conduct student assessments and work with small groups to enhance learning.
  • Deliver phonics instruction and teach the curriculum in both Math and Spanish (phonics, reading, and writing).
  • Assist with classroom discipline and support students' socio-emotional development through emotion management, conflict resolution, and decision-making.
  • Provide logistical support to the classroom teacher, including photocopying, organizing, and preparing instructional materials.
  • Offer one-on-one and small group support to facilitate student learning.
  • Supervise students during recess and specials to ensure their safety and adherence to school expectations.

Student Teacher/Kindergarten DLI Beach School

Portland Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
  • Provide support for student learning across various Common Core standards for Kindergarten.
  • Conduct student assessments and work with small groups to enhance learning.
  • Deliver phonics instruction and teach the curriculum in both Math and Spanish (phonics, reading, and writing).
  • Assist with classroom discipline and support students' socio-emotional development through emotion management, conflict resolution, and decision-making.
  • Provide logistical support to the classroom teacher, including photocopying, organizing, and preparing instructional materials.
  • Offer one-on-one and small group support to facilitate student learning.
  • Supervise students during recess and specials to ensure their safety and adherence to school expectations.

Bilingual Educational Assistant/Beach School

Portland Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Participated in reading and math group instruction utilizing the Dual Language Immersion (DLI) and English programs.
  • Assisted Kindergarten and First Grade students with assignments, provided additional individual tutoring and support, and followed up to ensure that students understand learning concepts correctly.
  • Supervised all recess activities and ensured compliance with all school procedures.
  • Provided support to various teachers as needed, adapting to different classroom environments and student needs.

Educational Assistant

Bravo Youth Orchestras
07.2023 - 07.2023

BRAVO Youth Orchestras is an influential non-profit organization that connects diverse students in Northern Portland with mentorship opportunities and multiple pathways to engage in the arts.


  • Assisted in various music and arts enrichment classes. Worked with a diverse population of youth - some of whom were brand new to BRAVO - therefore,
    diversity, equity, inclusion, and Trauma Informed Care training were strongly encouraged.


  • Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.


  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.


  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.

Bakery Manager

COALVEN
07.2014 - 03.2016

Coalven was a small bussines which offered a variety of bread and bakery goods in Tachira, Venezuela.


  • Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods to drive product sales.
  • Developed cost-effective strategies to drive bakery sales and optimize profits.
  • Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
  • Enforced compliance with food safety standards with proper food storage, sanitation and labeling.
  • Maintained and controlled inventory of baked goods.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety in bakery premises.

Banking & Finance Trainer

Banco AvVillas
11.2010 - 07.2014

AvVillas Bank is a Colombian organization that provides financial portfolio bank products and services to meet a wide client needs.

  • Trained and mentored new managers, sales representatives and cashiers.


  • Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.


  • Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for training courses.


  • Wrote training manuals for cashiers and sales representatives employees according to strict company guidelines.

Operational Process Supervisor

Banco Av Villas
09.2009 - 11.2010


  • Supervision of operational collection processes like clients requirement responses, analyze payment negotiations, quality control monitoring of contact center advisors.


  • Conducted banking data analysis to identify opportunities for streamlining client operations and improving customer satisfaction.


  • Created and managed operational databases to store and track data, metrix and maintain accurate information.

Collections Administrative Analyst

Banco AvVillas
04.2004 - 09.2009
  • Demonstrated operational knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Performed numerous administrative and technical support functions that enhanced collection effectiveness.
  • Produced detailed and relevant reports for use in making business decisions.
  • Gathered, documented, and modeled data for payment offer committees.

Collections Specialist

Banco Av Villas
03.2001 - 04.2004
  • Delivered exceptional customer service on collection calls and maintained calm and professional demeanor.
  • Maintained high volume of calls and met demands of busy and productive group.
  • Negotiated to collect balance in full.
  • Worked in call center environment handling manual and automatically dialed outbound calls.

Education

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
06-2026

Certification Peer Support Specialist - Peer Support Specialist

Lutheran Community Services NW
02.2023

ESOL - ESOL

Portland Community College
03.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Fundacion Universitaria Los Libertadores
09.2010

High School Diploma -

Externado Nacional Camilo Torres
11.1998

Skills

  • Language Proficiency: Fluent in Spanish and Advanced English, enabling effective communication and instruction in bilingual settings
  • Mental Health Peer Support Specialist: Skilled in providing emotional support and guidance to individuals, fostering a supportive and understanding environment
  • Teacher Assistant: Experienced in assisting with curriculum delivery, classroom management, and student assessments in both English and Spanish
  • Community Involvement: Participated in local volunteer initiatives, helping to support educational and community programs
  • Banking: Experienced Trainer and Supervisor, proficient in training staff, managing operational processes, and ensuring customer satisfaction in a banking environment
  • Small Business Management: Managed a bakery, overseeing daily operations, product quality, and customer service
  • Private Childcare Practice: Provided reliable and compassionate childcare, ensuring the well-being and development of children
  • Cleaning and Maintenance: Experienced in domestic cleaning and maintenance, ensuring a safe and organized environment

Timeline

DLI Kindergarten EA/Beach Elementary School

Portland Public Schools
08.2024 - Current

Student Teacher/Kindergarten DLI Beach School

Portland Public Schools
08.2024 - Current

Bilingual Educational Assistant/Beach School

Portland Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024

Educational Assistant

Bravo Youth Orchestras
07.2023 - 07.2023

Bakery Manager

COALVEN
07.2014 - 03.2016

Banking & Finance Trainer

Banco AvVillas
11.2010 - 07.2014

Operational Process Supervisor

Banco Av Villas
09.2009 - 11.2010

Collections Administrative Analyst

Banco AvVillas
04.2004 - 09.2009

Collections Specialist

Banco Av Villas
03.2001 - 04.2004

Certification Peer Support Specialist - Peer Support Specialist

Lutheran Community Services NW

ESOL - ESOL

Portland Community College

High School Diploma -

Externado Nacional Camilo Torres

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Oregon State University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Fundacion Universitaria Los Libertadores
Andrea Ruiz