Janine Cruz
Spring
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Face/ Federal Programs/ 5th Grade PE/SS Teacher
SST Champions Elementary
Houston, TX
07.2025 - Current
- Developed and maintained classroom management strategies to foster a productive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that enhance student engagement.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Organized student-led conferences to promote self-reflection and ownership of learning progress.
- Conducted regular assessments to inform instructional adjustments and support student growth.
- Engaged families in the educational process through newsletters, meetings, and community events.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Campus Programs Coordinator
Science of School and Technology
Houston, TX
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Developed student rosters for special testing conditions.
- Met state and local testing timelines.
- Maintained security and integrity of sensitive test materials.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Coordinated and managed federal education programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Implemented strategies to optimize funding allocation for programs like Title I, Title III, and other federal grants.
- Worked closely with school administrators, teachers, and staff to ensure program goals were aligned with school improvement plans.
- Provided professional development for staff on the effective implementation of federal program initiatives.
- Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of programs, collecting and analyzing data to report outcomes and improve services.
- Served as the primary point of contact between the school and federal agencies, ensuring clear communication and compliance.
Elementary School Teacher
Ignite Community Fallbrook
12512 Walters Road
12.2023 - 07.2024
- 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 - 07.2024
- 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
- Knowledgeable 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
- Lesson planning
- Small group instruction
- Data-driven instruction
- Learning strategies
Certification
- E-6 Training -Estimated completion December 2026
Timeline
Face/ Federal Programs/ 5th Grade PE/SS Teacher
SST Champions Elementary
07.2025 - Current
Campus Programs Coordinator
Science of School and Technology
07.2024 - 07.2025
Elementary School Teacher
Ignite Community Fallbrook
12.2023 - 07.2024
Campus Testing Coordinator/MTSS Coordinator
Ignite Community Fallbrook
12.2017 - 07.2024
Bachelor's Degree In Liberal Arts- Minor In Education Candidate -
Pacific Island University
Coursework
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Map Testing
- Research-Based Practices
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Classroom Practicum in Education
- Data Analysis