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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
08.2008 - 05.2020
  • 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
10.2006 - 01.2007
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.

2nd Grade Teacher

Morningside Elementary/ FWISD
Fort Worth, Texas
08.2005 - 05.2006

Title One Bonus Reading Teacher

Manuel Jara Elementary/ FWISD
Fort Worth, Texas
08.2004 - 05.2006
  • 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
06.1998 - 06.2002
  • 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
08.1997 - 05.1998

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

Arlington Heights Mildred Haupt Preschool
08.1996 - 05.1997

2nd Grade Teacher

Liberty Elementary/ Azle ISD
Azle, Texas
10.1983 - 05.1994

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, Texas
08.1983

Endorsement - Special Education/Physically Handicapped

Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX
08.1983

Minor - English

Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX
08.1983

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
08.2008 - 05.2020

2nd Grade Long Term Substitute

Alice Carlson Elementary/FWISD
10.2006 - 01.2007

2nd Grade Teacher

Morningside Elementary/ FWISD
08.2005 - 05.2006

Title One Bonus Reading Teacher

Manuel Jara Elementary/ FWISD
08.2004 - 05.2006

Preschool Director

Arlington Heights Mildred Haupt Preschool
06.1998 - 06.2002

Preschool Teacher

Arlington Heights Mildred Haupt Preschool
08.1997 - 05.1998

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

Arlington Heights Mildred Haupt Preschool
08.1996 - 05.1997

2nd Grade Teacher

Liberty Elementary/ Azle ISD
10.1983 - 05.1994

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
Ellen Ruthart