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Ruby Valdez

Chicago,IL

Summary

With a proven track record at Kiddieland Ece, I excel in fostering child development and academic success through innovative lesson planning and effective parent-teacher communication. My expertise in classroom management and conflict resolution has significantly enhanced student engagement and personal growth, showcasing my ability to create nurturing educational environments.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher

Kiddieland Ece
09.2016 - 07.2024
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.

Lead Teacher

Little Creative Minds
04.2013 - 08.2016
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

Private Nanny

Leslie Jarvis
07.2014 - 02.2016
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.

Assistant Teacher Volunteer

Haugan Elementry School
08.2007 - 02.2013
  • Regularly assessed student progress through quizzes, tests, and presentations, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Assisted in curriculum development, resulting in more engaging course materials and improved student outcomes.
  • Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.

Private Nanny

Nancy Hirsch
08.2000 - 07.2003
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Taught the child how to speak Spanish

Education

High School Diploma -

Mount Carmel High School
Benque Viejo, Belize
05-1998

Skills

  • Childcare needs
  • Lesson planning
  • Activity planning
  • Conflict resolution
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Classroom management
  • Safety awareness
  • Behavior modeling

Timeline

Lead Teacher

Kiddieland Ece
09.2016 - 07.2024

Private Nanny

Leslie Jarvis
07.2014 - 02.2016

Lead Teacher

Little Creative Minds
04.2013 - 08.2016

Assistant Teacher Volunteer

Haugan Elementry School
08.2007 - 02.2013

Private Nanny

Nancy Hirsch
08.2000 - 07.2003

High School Diploma -

Mount Carmel High School
Ruby Valdez