Ellen Ruthart
Fort Worth,Texas
Summary
I am a retired teacher of diverse grade levels and students. I have passionately promoted students' love of learning and literacy. I have maintained positive classroom environments and engaged with students in a personal positive manner. I am interested in continuing to be a part of education in ways that foster professional growth and allow me to engage with students to promote successful learning.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Lily B Clayton Elementary/FWISD
Fort Worth , Texas
2008.08 - 2020.05
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
2nd Grade Long Term Substitute
Alice Carlson Elementary/FWISD
Fort Worth , Texas
2006.10 - 2007.01
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
2nd Grade Teacher
Morningside Elementary/ FWISD
Fort Worth , Texas
2005.08 - 2006.05
Title One Bonus Reading Teacher
Manuel Jara Elementary/ FWISD
Fort Worth , Texas
2004.08 - 2006.05
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
Preschool Director
Arlington Heights Mildred Haupt Preschool
Fort Worth , Texas
1998.06 - 2002.06
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Hired and trained new preschool employees.
- Oversaw interview and hiring process of classroom personnel for selection of high-quality teachers and staff.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
Preschool Teacher
Arlington Heights Mildred Haupt Preschool
Fort Worth , Texas
1997.08 - 1998.05
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Arlington Heights Mildred Haupt Preschool
1996.08 - 1997.05
2nd Grade Teacher
Liberty Elementary/ Azle ISD
Azle , Texas
1983.10 - 1994.05
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, Texas08.1983
Endorsement - Special Education/Physically Handicapped
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX08.1983
Minor - English
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX08.1983
Skills
- Family Involvement
- Behavioral Improvement
- Setting Learning Targets
- Student Needs Assessments
- Positive Interactions
- Class Engagement
Certification
- Elementary Self Contained (Grades 1-8) Training - Lifetime
- Elementary English (Grades 1-8)-Lifetime
- Physically Handicapped /Special Education (Grades PK-8)-Lifetime
- ESL
- GT
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Lily B Clayton Elementary/FWISD
2008.08 - 2020.05
2nd Grade Long Term Substitute
Alice Carlson Elementary/FWISD
2006.10 - 2007.01
2nd Grade Teacher
Morningside Elementary/ FWISD
2005.08 - 2006.05
Title One Bonus Reading Teacher
Manuel Jara Elementary/ FWISD
2004.08 - 2006.05
Preschool Director
Arlington Heights Mildred Haupt Preschool
1998.06 - 2002.06
Preschool Teacher
Arlington Heights Mildred Haupt Preschool
1997.08 - 1998.05
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Arlington Heights Mildred Haupt Preschool
1996.08 - 1997.05
2nd Grade Teacher
Liberty Elementary/ Azle ISD
1983.10 - 1994.05
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Texas Christian University
Endorsement - Special Education/Physically Handicapped
Texas Christian University
Minor - English
Texas Christian University
- Elementary Self Contained (Grades 1-8) Training - Lifetime
- Elementary English (Grades 1-8)-Lifetime
- Physically Handicapped /Special Education (Grades PK-8)-Lifetime
- ESL
- GT
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