Ja'Meia Ruch
Temecula,CA
Summary
Student-focused Teaching Assistant with over five years of experience in early childhood education, providing comprehensive classroom support. Well-versed in child development theories and various teaching philosophies. Successful in coordinating with lead teachers to implement interactive lesson plans, guide creative expression, and enable total student development.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Watch Volunteer
Liberty County/ Armed Services YMCA
- Provided support for all child watch providers
- Aided in making sure children were in a safe, fun, nurturing environment
- Engaged in fun activities with children during their time in child care
- Greeted parents and helped children feel welcome
- Assisted with snack preparation and clean up
- Helped maintain cleanliness and order in the activity rooms
- Assisted in all festive events by; making and serving food, and kept areas clean at all times.
Child Watch Provider
Liberty County/ Armed Services YMCA
- Provided a fun safe environment for children 6weeks – 12 year olds
- Engaged with the children at all times, and monitored the health and socialization of the children daily
- Planned and organized age appropriate activities
- Played actively with children, while adapting each activity to the needs of each child
- Assist child with personal maintenance, as needed by each child
- Assist with snack preparation and clean up
- Maintain cleanliness and order in activity rooms at all times
- Assist parents with any questions or concerns they may have related to the activity rooms
- Greet parents daily and inform them of all program changes
- Communicate frequently with parents concerning their child’s behavior and socialization in the program
- Maintain positive relations with parents and all staff
- Complete daily reports as needed
- Maintain accurate records, and prepared daily reports for each child
- Monitor the drop off and pick up of children to guarantee their safety while in my care.
PTO Compliance Monitor and Volunteer
Ikego Elementary PTO
- Maintain a deep understanding for the bylaws and regulations of the group
- Make sure the organization is conducting business in full compliance, with all bylaws and regulations that pertain to the particular organization
- Insure to have powerful communication skills, good leadership, and proven integrity
- Check all bank statements and receipts to ensure all monies for the organization are being appropriately spent
- Plays the role of the secretary, or treasure when they are not present
- Support and work all fundraisers and events
- Prepare and sale food during events
- Assist children, parents, and staff with school store sales
- Create flyers and advertise school events
- Purchase items needed for; school store, parties, staff appreciation days, and a host of other events
- Greet families and staff, and help them with any questions or concerns pertaining to the organization.
PTO Vice President
Ikego Elementary PTO
- Assist the president, and perform the duties of the president if the president is absent or unable to serve
- Participate in executive board meetings, and general meetings
- Act as an ambassador for the PTO and the school
- Oversee committees, train committee chairpeople, and act as a liaison between committee chairpeople and the executive board
- Assist, at the president’s direction, in coordinating PTO business with that of members; the principal; teachers; and other entities both on and off the base
- Ensure that Board officers and committee chairs are performing their jobs in accordance with all PTO policies and procedures.
Family Ombudsman
USS Barry (DDG 52) Ombudsman
- Serves as a liaison between the command and command families
- Regularly communicates and distributes information to and from the command and command family members
- Keeps the command informed regarding the overall morale and welfare of command families
- Provide information and make necessary referrals
- Advocate for families using knowledge of the system to access the appropriate level of the chain of command for intervention and forward suitable requests or grievances
- Represent command families and serve as a primary point of contact for families
- Channel official information from command leadership to families
- Compose and edit a hardcopy or electronic (monthly or quarterly) newsletter for distribution to all command members and their families
- Maintain an updated telephone Careline with basic command information
- Create/maintain an updated telephone tree/email tree
- Be present on the Ombudsman Program at indoc, pre-deployment programs, family nights, Family Readiness Group (FRG) meetings, etc
- Participate in the command’s disaster response plan as determined by the commanding officer
- Report suspected child abuse or neglect, alleged domestic abuse, suspected suicidal or potential homicidal individuals
- Maintain well-organized and up-to-date communication records related to ombudsman’s duties including telephone/contact logs
- Assist in the organization and implementation of the command welcome program such as briefing new Sailors and family members at command indoctrination and/or preparing an introductory letter to be enclosed in sponsor packets
- Represent the command on committees, boards, or working groups – both civilian and/or military.
Substitute Teacher
Ikego Elementary
- Present and adhere to the curriculum and lesson plans assigned by the regular teacher to students in a classroom environment
- Provide academic assistance and support for individual students inside and outside the classroom, to enable them to fully participate in activities in a positive and safe learning environment
- Oversee students outside of the classroom including in the hallways, cafeteria, specials, emergency drills, assemblies and recess
- Take attendance, document daily notes, and compile a report for the teacher for when he/she returns
- Ensure classroom and work is kept clean and orderly
- Assists in the management of student behavior through the use of positive strategies and techniques
- Reinforce curriculum instruction provided by the Special Education Director, and/or the classroom teacher both in-group settings or individually
- Adhere to standards and guidelines as directed by the Special Education Director for students with IEP’s, Special Education plans, accommodations, and/or modifications
- Assists teachers with Special Education students to enable learning with minimal disruptions to other students
- Provide small group and tutorial instruction and supervision as directed
- Oversee the normal classroom rhythms and activities
- Comply with all school regulations and policies at all times.
Special Education Instructional Aide
DODEA Schools
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
- Documented behaviors, implemented interventions, and treatment results.
- Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
- Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
- Monitored classroom to observe students' progress in developing skills as well as manage distracting or inappropriate behavior.
- Coordinated with special education teachers to develop and implement targeted learning strategies, addressing individual student needs effectively.
- Developed and managed instructional materials and reports.
- Adapted instructional materials and methods to accommodate diverse learners, ensuring equal access to curriculum content.
- Promoted social-emotional growth by teaching self-regulation techniques and facilitating peer interactions among students.
- Maintained detailed records of student performance, progress towards IEP goals, and any necessary modifications made throughout the school year.
Classroom Volunteer
TVUSD
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinated with teacher to implement lesson plans and keep students on track.
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating respectfulness, responsibility, empathy, kindness, and integrity at all times during my volunteer work at the school.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, enabling continuous improvement and growth in their academic performance.
- Helped students complete tasks such as specific work problems.
- Played games with small groups of students reviewing previous day's material.
- Established a safe and supportive learning community by consistently enforcing school policies and procedures, while also maintaining a keen awareness of individual student needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special And Elementary Education (Dual Licensure)
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT09.2026
High School Diploma -
Bradwell Institute
Hinesville, GA05.2008
Skills
- CPR Certified
- DoD Para-Professional: Classroom and Behavior Management Certified
- DoD Para-Professional: Paraeducator Roles and Responsibilities in the Classroom Certified
- DoD Para-Professional: Confidentiality, FERPA, and HIPAA Certified
- DoD Para-Professional: Helping vs Hovering: How to Avoid the "Helicopter" Effect Certified
- Safety Crisis Management Certified
- Reliability and punctuality
- Hygiene and Cleanliness
- Organizational Skills
- Child Safety Awareness
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
Certification
- Building Resilience in Military Children, Ombudsman Training, 2019
- Sexual Assault Prevention and the SAPR Program, Ombudsman Training 2019
- Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), Ombudsman Training 2019
- New Parent Support Program, Ombudsman Training 2019
- Navigating Stress for Navy Families, Ombudsman Training 2019
Citizenship
U.S Citizen
Driverlicense
SOFA/U.S. Forces, Japan Operator's Driver License Permit
Militaryspousepreference
Eligible
Sponsorprd
Month Year
Jobannouncement
COPY FROM JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
References
- Rosita Hall, Liberty County/ Armed Services YMCA, Child Care Director, 000-000-0000, theiremail@hotmail.com
- Christina Anthony, Liberty County/ Armed Services YMCA, Child Care Director, theiremail@hotmail.com
- Jennifer Jensen, DoDEA Pacific, Kindergarten Aid, 000-000-0000, theiremail@hotmail.com
Qualifications Summary
2 years of child care experience
Substitute Teacher
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Volunteer at school PTO
Command Ombudsman
Timeline
Classroom Volunteer
TVUSD
09.2024 - Current
Special Education Instructional Aide
DODEA Schools
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Building Resilience in Military Children, Ombudsman Training, 2019
- Sexual Assault Prevention and the SAPR Program, Ombudsman Training 2019
- Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), Ombudsman Training 2019
- New Parent Support Program, Ombudsman Training 2019
- Navigating Stress for Navy Families, Ombudsman Training 2019
Child Watch Volunteer
Liberty County/ Armed Services YMCA
Child Watch Provider
Liberty County/ Armed Services YMCA
PTO Compliance Monitor and Volunteer
Ikego Elementary PTO
PTO Vice President
Ikego Elementary PTO
Family Ombudsman
USS Barry (DDG 52) Ombudsman
Substitute Teacher
Ikego Elementary
Bachelor of Arts - Special And Elementary Education (Dual Licensure)
Western Governors University
High School Diploma -
Bradwell Institute
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