Ivelisse Ruiz
Teacher
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Driven educator with proven expertise in classroom management and student engagement, honed across roles at IL Texas Keller K8 and other institutions. Excelled in fostering supportive learning environments and enhancing curriculum implementation, leveraging bilingual fluency in English and Spanish. Demonstrated success in boosting student motivation and maintaining high parent-teacher communication standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
IL Texas Keller K8
07.2022 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Teacher's Assistant DAEP
Keller ISD
02.2020 - 05.2022
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Teacher's Assistant
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Teacher's Assistant
Child Care Associates
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Supervised residential and day treatment children during class and on field trips.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
Education
Teacher Certification Program
Iteach
Austin, TX10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL 05.2001 -
Skills
Student Engagement
Classroom Instruction
Curriculum Implementation
Group Instruction
Small Group Instruction
Motivating students
Classroom Management
Behavior Management
Parent-Teacher Communication
Fluent in English and Spanish
Timeline
Teacher
IL Texas Keller K8
07.2022 - Current
Teacher's Assistant DAEP
Keller ISD
02.2020 - 05.2022
Teacher's Assistant
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
08.2018 - 05.2019
Teacher's Assistant
Child Care Associates
01.2018 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
American InterContinental University
05.2001 -
Teacher Certification Program
Iteach