Nydia Burgos-Ruwe
Cape Canaveral,FL
Summary
Detail oriented problem-solver with over 20 years of experience in special education program management and compliance in both the traditional and virtual educational setting. Extensive experience working collaboratively in teams to identify areas of need and develop solutions and action plans. Self-starter and comfortable working independently with minimum supervision to meet organizational goals. Successful in providing guidance and coaching to the instructional staff to successfully implement special education services and supports.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Programs Compliance Specialist
Stride
12.2011 - 10.2023
- Served as a Special Education liaison between the clients and Stride.
- Managed the implementation of academic accommodations, IEP/504 plan distribution, and created processes to ensure compliance.
- Managed and ensured regular education support for special education and 504 students through data collection, IDEA general education support documentation and team meeting attendance.
- Provided teachers, staff, and client administration team with support and training on special education support and services.
- Managed the development and distribution of special education training material for teachers and clients.
- Managed the development of client informational documents about special programs support.
- Coordinated and worked the school-wide benchmark testing program through a variety of assessment tools including: iReady Diagnostic Assessment, DIBELS and Scantron.
- Gathered school-wide benchmark data, analyzed results and worked with the special programs team to identify successes, areas of need and develop strategies to address areas in need of improvement.
- Led a team in the development of a successful virtual MTSS program..
- Led monthly data meetings with teachers in elementary school to analyze classroom performance data, develop appropriate academic interventions and monitor student progress.
- Led monthly meetings with the special programs team that included content coaches and instructional managers to address areas of need and develop plans of action.
- Developed and delivered a variety of training sessions on special education, RTI, MTSS, DIBELS, iReady and Study Island. Managed iReady and Study Island programs for Florida.
Spanish Teacher, Spanish Content Coach
Stride, Inc
12.2011 - 08.2020
- Provided Spanish instruction to students in grades K-12 in a virtual environment.
- Created and provided live lessons for students in the virtual learning environment. Instruction provided in all levels of Spanish from Spanish 1 to AP Spanish.
- As a content coach, I conducted monthly course observations for Spanish courses and provided the teachers with feedback and recommendations.
- Collected and analyzed monthly student performance data that was shared during monthly data meetings and worked with the team to develop action items to address areas of need.
- Distributed monthly newsletter for the team to provide regular communication and support.
- ● Assisted the teachers with a variety of supports such as student resources, guidance with special student issues and platform support.
Professor
Everest University Online Division
01.2001 - 11.2011
- Provided instruction in an online teaching environment in the area of Business Management. Courses taught include: Principles of Management, Introduction to Business Enterprise, Introduction to Human Resources Management.
Spanish Teacher, Instructional Support Teacher and Testing Coordinator
Our Saviour Catholic School
08.2008 - 10.2011
- Provided Spanish instruction to students in grades K-8.
- Coordinated and developed academic and behavioral interventions for students who demonstrated the need for additional supports.
- Coordinated and directed the process to help the students access additional resources and support through the public education system and other community support systems.
- Developed and implemented intervention curriculum for students experiencing academic difficulties.
- Coordinated school-wide assessment program and progress monitoring assessment program.
Staffing Specialist
Arbor Ridge School, OCPS
11.2000 - 07.2008
- Coordinated and directed the referral process, placement and services provided to students within the special education program.
- Supervised over 30 employees.
- Coordinated the curriculum development for the special education program.
- Provided behavioral support and assisted with behavioral interventions.
- Provided resources and support to parents with special needs students.
- Ensured program and services compliance with IDEA.
- Facilitated IEP and 504 meetings.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Resources Development
Webster University
Saint Louis, MO05.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL08.1991
Skills
- Records Management
- Project Coordination
- Internal Audits
- Compliance Oversight
- Data Analysis
- Compliance knowledge
- Professional Development
- Coaching
- Communication Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
Certification
Professional Educator’s Certificate, Florida, Psychology (6-12), Exceptional Student Education (K-12), Spanish (K-12)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Spanish Teacher, Spanish Content Coach
Stride, Inc
12.2011 - 08.2020
Special Programs Compliance Specialist
Stride
12.2011 - 10.2023
Spanish Teacher, Instructional Support Teacher and Testing Coordinator
Our Saviour Catholic School
08.2008 - 10.2011
Professor
Everest University Online Division
01.2001 - 11.2011
Staffing Specialist
Arbor Ridge School, OCPS
11.2000 - 07.2008
Master of Arts - Human Resources Development
Webster University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Central Florida