Years of professional experience in education
Ruth Andrade-Thomas
Mount Laurel,NJ
Summary
Goal-oriented Vice Principal driven to help students focus on learning by maintaining discipline and equipping teachers with successful classroom strategies. Demonstrated knowledge of effective recordkeeping and reporting. 24 years in education. Enthusiastic and motivated to improve relationships among faculty, parents, students, administrators, and community. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Overview
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Teacher of the Handicapped - 2003
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SCP - Standard Certificate (Principal) - 2025
Work History
Vice Principal
Pennsauken Board Of Education
09.2023 - Current
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, offering constructive feedback for improvement in instructional delivery methods.
- Approachable liaison between administration, faculty, parents, and students to ensure effective communication and cooperation within school community.
- Promote safe learning environment by enforcing school policies, addressing bullying issues promptly, and conducting regular safety drills.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance
Special Education Science/Social Studies Teacher
Pennsauken Board Of Education -Intermediate School
09.2017 - 09.2023
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, maintaining open lines of communication to support student progress at home.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills for students through engaging debates and inquiry-based activities.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Increased student success rates with regular assessments and timely feedback on assignments and performance.
Science Inclusion/Self-Contained Classroom Teacher
Pennsauken Board Of Education - Middle School
11.2006 - 06.2017
- Initiated, organized, and facilitated Career Day & College Day
- Integrated real-world connections into lessons to help students see the relevance of their education beyond the classroom walls.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to adjust instructional methods as needed, promoting ongoing student achievement.
Inclusion Teacher
Willingboro Board Of Education - Elementary School
09.2004 - 11.2006
- Increased student understanding by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques and incorporating diverse learning materials.
- Assessed individual student progress regularly, providing timely feedback and adjusting instructional methods as needed for maximum growth potential.
Education
Master of Education - School Leadership
Wilmington University
31 Reads Way, New Castle, DE 1972005.2011
Master of Education - Special Education
Cheyney University
Cheyney, PA05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Biblical Studies
Cairn University
Langhorne, PA05.1999
Certificate - Pharmacy Technician
United States Army Reserve
Fort Sam Houston, Texas1992
Skills
- Program Evaluation
- Process Improvements
- Schedule oversight
- Administrative Management
- Relationship building and networking
- Discipline management
Certification
- Standard Administrative Certificate - 2025
- Teacher of the Handicapped - 2003
Work Availability
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Timeline
Vice Principal
Pennsauken Board Of Education
09.2023 - Current
Special Education Science/Social Studies Teacher
Pennsauken Board Of Education -Intermediate School
09.2017 - 09.2023
Science Inclusion/Self-Contained Classroom Teacher
Pennsauken Board Of Education - Middle School
11.2006 - 06.2017
Inclusion Teacher
Willingboro Board Of Education - Elementary School
09.2004 - 11.2006
Master of Education - School Leadership
Wilmington University
Master of Education - Special Education
Cheyney University
Bachelor of Science - Biblical Studies
Cairn University
Certificate - Pharmacy Technician
United States Army Reserve