Ruth Santiago
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic bilingual educator with extensive experience at Rhodes School for the Performing Arts, excelling in individualized instruction and cultural awareness. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through innovative teaching strategies and effective communication. Skilled in Microsoft Office and collaboration, fostering a positive learning environment while adapting to diverse educational needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Aide
Rhodes School for the Performing Arts
Houston, TX
01.2021 - Current
- Provided support to special needs department and students.
- Provided individualized instruction to students based on their IEPs.
- Documented student challenges, achievements, and adjustments to IEPs.
- Monitored student progress, recorded data, and provided feedback to teachers.
- Supported students with assignments and lesson plan comprehension.
- Assisted students with special needs in completing assigned tasks and activities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to special education topics.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Sat in on meetings to provide members with oral translations of conversations and information.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Spanish Teacher
Rhodes School for the Performing Arts
Humble , TX
01.2016 - Current
- Promoted cultural awareness among students by introducing them to Hispanic customs and traditions through class activities.
- Provided individualized assistance to struggling students in order to help them improve their understanding of the material.
- Encouraged students to use proper pronunciation when speaking Spanish by providing feedback during class discussions.
- Developed and administered oral and written exams to evaluate language proficiency.
- Utilized various resources such as textbooks, worksheets, audio recordings and videos for teaching purposes.
- Prepared students for standardized language proficiency tests.
- Organized language immersion events and field trips to promote real-world language use.
- Developed language resources to support and supplement instructional activities.
- Organized and led interactive activities such as games, role-playing exercises, and other engaging educational materials.
- Developed and implemented Spanish language curriculum to teach students grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, and conversational skills.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments and provided constructive feedback.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to create a positive learning environment.
- Created lesson plans based on the school's standards for teaching Spanish language arts and literature.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance throughout the semester.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate remote and hybrid learning settings.
Pre-K Teacher
Kinder Care Learning Center
Houston, TX
10.2008 - 01.2016
- Created a positive, nurturing classroom environment that encourages children's exploration and curiosity.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends in early childhood education.
- Promoted language acquisition through storytelling or interactive play activities.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors among students.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to engage Pre-K students in learning.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Managed classroom materials and resources effectively to maximize instructional time.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Monitored playground equipment to ensure it is safe for use.
- Instructed students in basic literacy, math, science, social studies, health, art, music, physical education, and other related areas.
Monitor Technician (section-ICU)
Saint Francis Hospital South
Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
01.2004 - 07.2004
- Assisted nurses in monitoring patient vital signs and documenting changes.
- Assisted with setting up bedsides for new admissions and discharges.
- Notified physicians promptly of any change in a patient's condition or status.
- Answered phone calls from patients and family members regarding health-related issues.
- Ensured that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Performed basic clerical duties such as filing, copying, and faxing documents related to patient care.
- Maintained accurate records of patient observations and reported any abnormal findings to the nurse in charge.
- Managed incoming calls from outside facilities requesting information on patients' status.
- Received orders from physicians via telephone and electronic communication systems.
Education
CDA- Child Development Associate - Child Development
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06-2011
Medical Administrative Assistant Diploma - Medical
Ridley-Lowell Business & Tech. Inst
Poughkeepsie, NY04-2004
High School Diploma -
Franklin K Lane High School
Queens, NY07-1999
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Excellent communication
- Microsoft office
- Clerical support
- Collaboration
- Organization
- Customer relations
- Adaptability
Timeline
Special Education Aide
Rhodes School for the Performing Arts
01.2021 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Rhodes School for the Performing Arts
01.2016 - Current
Pre-K Teacher
Kinder Care Learning Center
10.2008 - 01.2016
Monitor Technician (section-ICU)
Saint Francis Hospital South
01.2004 - 07.2004
CDA- Child Development Associate - Child Development
University of Phoenix
Medical Administrative Assistant Diploma - Medical
Ridley-Lowell Business & Tech. Inst
High School Diploma -
Franklin K Lane High School
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Western Governors University
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