Megan Ruiz
Oviedo,FL
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Exceptional Education Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
Orlando, FL
10.2018 - 10.2021
- Identified children's collective and individual learning needs to use differentiation to plan, prepare and deliver instruction designed to maximize individual learning and capture interest.
- Prepared lesson plans based on each students' ability to learn and differentiate lessons as their gains are made using Microsoft software.
- Executed lessons to reach goals via Individualized Education Plan (IEP) along with Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP).
- Communicated with parents and faculty to develop strong sense of collaboration between teachers, students and parents.
Third Grade Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
Orland, FL
03.2016 - 10.2018
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process with student input.
- Planned lessons according to students instructional levels by differentiating curriculum, as needed.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, coping skills, critical thinking and communication.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Followed students' Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) to help students reach their goals and become more successful.
Exceptional Education Teacher
Seminole County Public Schools
Sanford, FL
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Identified children's collective and individual learning needs to plan, prepare and deliver instruction designed to maximize individual learning and capture interest.
- Promoted Positive Behavior to improve positive behavior while in the classroom.
- Prepared lesson plans and used differentiation to accelerate individual success.
- Prepared and utilized Individualized Education Plans (IEP), progress reports and report cards using SCPS' programs on their server.
- Communicated with parents and faculty to develop strong sense of collaboration between teachers, students and parents.
Exceptional Education Paraprofessional
Seminole County Public Schoolss
Altamonte Springs, FL
02.2013 - 11.2015
- Assisted teacher in lesson plan creation and implementation, field trips and outdoor activities.
- Adhered to school and state teaching standards and safety regulations.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and regarding students, increasing student morale and productivity.
- Helped students master equipment, i.e. Microsoft Programs, County Programs, and instructional materials assigned by teacher.
- Led small group instruction.
Sales Associate
Universal Studios Orlando, Florida
Orlando, FL
09.2007 - 06.2013
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage guests and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential guests.
- Helped guests locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered guests questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
- Helped guests find different attractions and stores when they needed assistance.
Food Service Worker
Aramarks Einstein's Bagel Bro's Bagels.
Tallahassee, FL
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Maintained clean, sanitized, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Prepared food items to be used for customers' consumption.
- Created customers' orders in a quick, accurate pace.
- Utilized the cash register.
- Worked in a collaborative environment.
Food Service Worker
Quizno's Subs
Tallahassee, FL
09.2010 - 07.2011
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Prepared food in order to be used for the customers' orders.
- Completed orders, quickly and accurately, that were requested by customers'.
- Completed transactions using a cash register.
Lawn Care Worker
Victor's Lawn Service
Oviedo, FL
06.2006 - 07.2007
- Provided accurate work in a timely manner.
- Cleaned the area that was worked on for a professional look and to make customers pleased with the work that was done.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized..
Education
No Degree - Psychology
Rollins College
Winter Park, FloridaMaster of Science - Psychology
Keiser University
Orlando, FL06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL08.2012
High School Diploma -
Oviedo High School
Oviedo, FL05.2008
Skills
- Routine Maintenance
- Work Organization and Prioritization
- Active Listening
- Grass Cutting
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Feedback Acceptance
Certification
Florida Teacher's Educators Certification [Renewable 2023]
Timeline
Exceptional Education Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
10.2018 - 10.2021
Third Grade Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
03.2016 - 10.2018
Exceptional Education Teacher
Seminole County Public Schools
07.2015 - 08.2016
Exceptional Education Paraprofessional
Seminole County Public Schoolss
02.2013 - 11.2015
Food Service Worker
Aramarks Einstein's Bagel Bro's Bagels.
07.2011 - 07.2012
Food Service Worker
Quizno's Subs
09.2010 - 07.2011
Sales Associate
Universal Studios Orlando, Florida
09.2007 - 06.2013
Lawn Care Worker
Victor's Lawn Service
06.2006 - 07.2007
No Degree - Psychology
Rollins College
Master of Science - Psychology
Keiser University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Florida State University
High School Diploma -
Oviedo High School
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