RUBY RODRIGUEZ
Summary
BCLAD-certified Social Science and Art educator experienced in fostering engaging learning environments through tailored teaching strategies and PBIS classroom management. Proven ability to deliver impactful instruction across grade levels, enhancing the academic performance of diverse student populations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certificated Substitute Teacher
Alvord USD
11.2021 - Current
- Delivered classroom instruction across elementary, middle, and high school settings, promoting consistent learning progress for diverse groups of 25+ students.
- Implemented lesson plans and utilized positive reinforcement techniques to create a focused learning environment for classes averaging 30 students.
- Served as the teacher of record for an Intro to Agriculture class, Spring 2026, and a Beginning and Advanced Art class at Loma Vista Middle, 2024
- Coordinated CAASPP and ELPAC testing sessions across multiple school sites, ensuring accurate data collection and timely reporting for 500+ students.
- Tutored struggling students to enhance understanding of classroom assignments. with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
Certificated Substitute Teacher
Jurupa Unified School District
Jurupa Valley
11.2021 - Current
- Served as the preferred substitute teacher primarily across secondary level schools
- Delivered engaging lessons that catered to diverse student populations across various grade levels.
- Implemented and enforced classroom rules, promoting order and discipline.
- Managed classroom environments, fostering safety and productivity in learning.
Certificated Substitute Teacher
Corona Norco School District
Norco, California
11.2022 - Current
- Served as teacher of record for CNUSD elementary PALS class during 2023 extended school year, developing and implementing hands-on lessons and sensory crafts that enhanced student creativity and learning.
- Managed classroom behavior and fostered a positive learning environment for 25+ students, promoting engagement and participation.
- Delivered engaging lessons to diverse student populations across various grade levels.
- Executed lesson plans provided by the absent teacher, ensuring continuity of learning and student engagement.
DLI Social Science Teacher
Alvord Unified School District
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Co-designed and implemented curriculum frameworks for the dual immersion program, enhancing bilingual instruction and aligning with state standards.
- Differentiated instruction for 30+ students from diverse cultural backgrounds in multilingual classroom, enhancing learning outcomes through tailored teaching strategies.
- Collaborated with peers and administrators, including dual language grade-level partners, to support curriculum development and enhance instructional strategies.
- Established positive classroom environment by enforcing behavioral expectations through positive reinforcement and PBIS system for 25-35 students.
- Instructed a summer credit recovery program for 25+ high school students using Edgenuity, resulting in 90% of students earning course credits.
Certificated Substitute Teacher
Riverside Unified School District
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Selected as preferred substitute teacher for demonstrating strong referrals and reliability.
- Implemented positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies to foster a focused learning environment for 25+ students.
- Followed the course plan created by the instructor and engaged 25+ students in interactive discussions that improved participation across different content areas and grade levels K12.
- Supported test preparation activities for 5 to 50+ students taking ELPAC tests at Ramona High School.
AVID Tutor; Paraeducator
Corona Norco Unified School District
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Guided students through AVID procedures with weekly binder checks and tutorial station supervision, enhancing student organization and accountability.
- Provided individualized Tier 1 and Tier 2 PBIS support to 15+ students at risk of not promoting, improving their engagement and academic performance.
- Reviewed and communicated district policies and educational regulations to support effective lesson planning and delivery, elevating instructional quality for diverse student populations.
Circus Arts Co-Teacher/Substitute Teacher
Encore High School of the Arts
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Led circus arts workshops to foster creativity and teamwork, engaging students in interactive learning experiences.
- Designed and delivered hands-on circus arts activities, boosting student engagement and supporting lead teacher's curriculum objectives.
- Provided feedback on assignments and behavior, contributing to letter grade increases in students' scores.
- Collaborated with lead Circus Arts teacher to plan engaging lesson activities.
Education
Credential - Art
National University
07-2026
Bilingual Authorization Certification - Spanish
Cal State University Fullerton
06-2024
Masters in Learning and Teaching - Preliminary Single Subject Social Science Credential
University of Redlands
04-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of California, Riverside
09-2019
Skills
- Dual language immersion instruction
- Social Science Curriculum Development
- Art Instruction
- Individualized tutoring
- Collaborative Teaching
- Credit Recovery Programs Edgenuity
- PBIS Classroom Management
- CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
- ELPAC and CAASPP Test Administrator
Timeline
DLI Social Science Teacher
Alvord Unified School District
08.2024 - 06.2025
Certificated Substitute Teacher
Corona Norco School District
11.2022 - Current
Certificated Substitute Teacher
Riverside Unified School District
02.2022 - 08.2024
Certificated Substitute Teacher
Jurupa Unified School District
11.2021 - Current
Certificated Substitute Teacher
Alvord USD
11.2021 - Current
AVID Tutor; Paraeducator
Corona Norco Unified School District
01.2020 - 01.2022
Circus Arts Co-Teacher/Substitute Teacher
Encore High School of the Arts
08.2018 - 06.2020
Credential - Art
National University
Bilingual Authorization Certification - Spanish
Cal State University Fullerton
Masters in Learning and Teaching - Preliminary Single Subject Social Science Credential
University of Redlands
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of California, Riverside