Janine Cruz
Spring,TX
Summary
Focused and dedicated primary school educator 6 years of experience. Passionate about educating children ages 5 to 14 using various activities and organizational tools. Expert developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials, assigning classwork and grading tests. Diplomatic communicator when addressing parents and children about disciplinary actions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Ignite Community Fallbrook
12.2023 - Current
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
CAMPUS TESTING COORDINATOR/MTSS COORDINATOR
Ignite Community Fallbrook
12.2017 - Current
- Designed and implemented instructional programs and support services, allowing students to progress with IEPs
- Supported instruction to individuals or small groups of students with special needs
- Kept accurate reports, records and files on individual students
- Formulated strategic plans for institutions during MTSS process
- Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes
- Support all aspects of test administration during testing windows
- Assist in interpreting school and state policies and regulations in testing and assessment to all staff
- Maintained school calendar for testing locations and materials management
- Manage all school and state mandated assessment programs including MAP, TELPAS, and STAAR, and EOC, including make-up testing
- Serves as campus liaison to the District Testing Coordinator for all state mandated assessment needs
- Knowledgable and experienced with all tasks related to our testing management system, known as Cambium.
Education
Bachelor's Degree In Liberal Arts- Minor In Education Candidate -
Pacific Island University
05.2023
Skills
- Test Confidentiality
- Testing Administration
- Testing Procedures
- Data Gathering
- Classroom Instruction
- Test Proctoring
- Behavior Modification
- Special Education
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Faculty and Staff Training
- Group Tutoring
- Distance Learning
- Standardized Tests
- Smart Board Technology
- Summer School Instruction
- Standardized tests
Coursework
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Map Testing
- Research-Based Practices
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Classroom Practicum in Education
- Data Analysis
Awards
Academic Excellence
References
References available upon request
Extracurricular Activities
Mentorship Program-5th-8th Grade girls
Track Team
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Ignite Community Fallbrook
12.2023 - Current
CAMPUS TESTING COORDINATOR/MTSS COORDINATOR
Ignite Community Fallbrook
12.2017 - Current
Bachelor's Degree In Liberal Arts- Minor In Education Candidate -
Pacific Island University
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