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Ruth Martinez

Laredo

Summary

Accomplished educator with a proven track record at LaredoISD, recognized for achieving the highest RLA scores in the district for 4th grade and an impressive 88% TIA score in the Exemplary category. Expertise in personalized instructional strategies and effective parent communication enhances the bilingual education experience. Committed to fostering inclusive environments that drive student development and academic success.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

LaredoISD
01.2015 - Current
  • Secured the highest ranking in 4th grade at Laredo ISD, with exceptional checkpoint data performance of 68% on Meets and Masters.
  • Earned recognition as the highest-ranked elementary school at the district level.
  • Earned an exemplary category with an overall TIA score of 88%.
  • Led spelling workshops for grades 3-5 students, with many achieving placements.
  • Secured first place overall for Macdonell Elementary at UIL competition.
  • Achieved recognition by securing 1st place overall for 4th grade after attending many professional development courses, such as RLA Bootcamps.
  • Earned Science of Reading State Certification.
  • Facilitated skill development in writing, editing, and revision processes.
  • Implemented interactive activities to enhance student comprehension.
  • Utilized Clear Touch to conduct engaging grammar exercises.
  • Demonstrated punctuality ensuring children's continued productive learning.
  • Maintained communication with students and parents on progress in class.
  • Ensured the safety of staff and students by maintaining the site and classrooms for operation.
  • Implemented individual and group instruction that met the needs of a diverse student population.
  • Report any suspected child abuse and neglect immediately, under Texas law.
  • Participated in the annual staff evaluation by maintaining an individual portfolio to showcase accomplishments.
  • Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, and social development.


P.E. Teacher Aide

LaredoISD
02.2012 - 12.2014
  • Worked to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and parents.
  • Interacted with students in a supportive, professional manner.
  • Created a loving, warm, and nurturing environment for children.
  • Promoted positive relationships among students by modeling.
  • Met the emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs of each child.


Loan Processor

International Bank of Commerce
03.2006 - 12.2012
  • Moved files through the process from application to closing.
  • Entered customer and accounted data from source documents within time limits.
  • Meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment.
  • Prepared and submitted loan files to underwriting.
  • Maintained a sincere, courteous demeanor with both employees and customers.
  • Worked at a sustained pace to meet production rates while producing quality work.

Assistant Manager

Rave
02.2003 - 02.2006
  • Maintained a high degree of integrity in processing and reporting financial transactions.
  • Verified that all loan documents have been received, and that loan conditions have been met.
  • Reviewed loan documentation for the accuracy of the information provided.
  • Drew is closing documents and reviewing the settlement statement for approval.

Education

Pyschology -

TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Laredo, TX
08.2014

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Laredo College
12-2011

Associate of Applied Science - Banking And Finance Management

LAREDO COLLEGE
Laredo, TX
05-2005

Skills

  • Proficient in English and Spanish
  • Facilitation of Parent-Teacher Conferences
  • Assessment of Learning Preferences
  • Evaluation Techniques
  • Effective Parent Communication
  • Student Feedback Analysis
  • Tailored Instruction Strategies
  • Group Facilitation

Certification

  • Generalist (EC-6)
  • Science of Reading (STR)
  • Bilingual Education Supplemental
  • Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC-12
  • Bilingual Target Language Proficiency Test (BTLPT) Spanish
  • Web-Centric Alternative Certification Program

Timeline

Teacher

LaredoISD
01.2015 - Current

P.E. Teacher Aide

LaredoISD
02.2012 - 12.2014

Loan Processor

International Bank of Commerce
03.2006 - 12.2012

Assistant Manager

Rave
02.2003 - 02.2006

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Laredo College

Associate of Applied Science - Banking And Finance Management

LAREDO COLLEGE

Pyschology -

TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

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