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Sandra Ruiz-Velasco

Lewisville,TX

Summary

Innovative and enthusiastic Bilingual Teacher with an extensive understanding of translating instructing in Spanish and English. Culturally aware and dedicated to close classroom management and immersion techniques. Skilled at introducing complex concepts through simple lesson plans and detail oriented assignments. Committed to advocating for student needs and closely monitoring growth. Reliable Translator possessing excellent critical thinking skills and bilingual fluency in Spanish and English. Polished in converting written materials, relaying concepts and ideas between languages and editing and proofreading text to reflect language. Meticulous and detailed professional with experience translating verbal and written communication, for the parents and family that does not speak English

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Property Manager

Self-employed
Flower Mound, TX
05.2013 - Current
  • Handled resident complaints and expedited maintenance requests.
  • Inspected properties regularly to identify deficiencies and schedule repairs.
  • Collected monthly assessments, rental fees, deposits and payments.
  • Updated tenant and unit information to keep current in housing database.
  • Coordinated general maintenance and repairs to keep facilities operational and attractive.
  • Solicited and analyzed bids for repairs, renovation and general maintenance.
  • Reviewed completed applications and assessed household information against file history and program regulations.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and compliant records for internal and regulatory audits.
  • Maintained in-depth knowledge of competition through consistent evaluation of market conditions and trends.
  • Oversaw budgeting process for assigned properties.
  • Welcomed customers, offered assistance and answered questions by providing rates, terms and conditions of rental.
  • Updated and maintained rental agreement files and documents.
  • Answered telephones to assist customers and resolve issues.
  • Monitored and documented delinquencies and other forms of income.
  • Explained policies and reviewed documentation to obtain signatures.
  • Contacted customers and billing parties about overdue rentals and requested expected date of return.
  • Reviewed and interpreted vendor contracts to enforce requirements.
  • Processed exchange requests in computer system.

Private Spanish Teacher

DFW Physician Medical Associates,LLC
Fort Worth, TX
07.2023 - 06.2024
  • Developed language acquisition curriculum based in speaking, reading, writing and auditory understanding of Spanish.
  • Created safe and inclusive classroom environment to promote positive learning experience for youth with diverse backgrounds.
  • Developed language resources to support and supplement instructional activities.
  • Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
  • Planned interactive theme days for students to highlight culture of Spanish speaking countries.
  • Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students.
  • Individualized lesson plans to meet each student's academic level.
  • Organized materials for daily instruction in compliance with national academic standards.
  • Administered positive and prompt feedback on student progress for self-monitoring.
  • Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
  • Developed class learning plans to meet district and statement requirements for instruction.
  • Compiled multidimensional cultural and educational resources for students to expand knowledge of key topics beyond classroom limitations.
  • Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
  • Conducted quarterly assessments to determine progress and establish updated learning goals.
  • Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
  • Reviewed class materials and discussed reading assignments, boosting comprehension.
  • Asked key questions prompting specific student responses to assess tutoring session progress.
  • Built student self-confidence by working through stages of Spanish language concepts and using positive reinforcement techniques.

Assistant Montessori Teacher

King Arthur Montessori Academy
Carrollton, TX
04.2023 - 06.2024
  • Utilized music, art and storytelling techniques during instruction time.
  • Attended faculty meetings as requested by the lead teacher.
  • Promoted a cooperative learning environment that encourages collaboration among students.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to develop strategies for improving student performance.
  • Organized instructional materials, bulletin boards, displays, and demonstrations.
  • Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
  • Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to ensure student success.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching strategies.
  • Arranged age-appropriate activities to help children develop interests and talents.
  • Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
  • Assisted children at mealtime to teach social and self-help skills and sound nutritional practices.
  • Assisted teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers, or supervising classroom to foster positive learning environment
  • Worked with students to reinforce learning of material or skill introduced by teacher.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.

First Grade Bilingual Teacher

Irving Independent School District
Irving, TX
11.2022 - 01.2023
  • Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals.
  • Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
  • Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement.
  • Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
  • Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
  • Designed and facilitated differentiated and personalized learning goals and activities to engage students.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Cultivated and developed inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, families and staff.
  • Pursued positive methods to correct student behavior, delivering constructive feedback upon improvement.
  • Built strong relationships with parents and students, driving investment in academics.
  • Prepared, administered and graded evaluative materials such as examinations and quizzes and created and maintained accurate student records.
  • Embraced and actively promoted inclusive and equitable learning environment.
  • Directed individualized instruction in various subjects to achieve educational goals and drive curriculum requirements.
  • Translated lesson plans into learning experiences and routinely evaluated student progress and social development.
  • Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
  • Upheld values-based approach to maintain positive culture among students and staff.
  • Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
  • Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
  • Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
  • Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
  • Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
  • Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
  • Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
  • Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
  • Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
  • Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.
  • Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
  • Employed online learning management systems and other diverse instructional resources to offer students remote assistance with assignments.

Managing Director

Axeso
Irving, TX
07.2014 - 12.2022
  • Automated office operations to optimize accounts payable and receivable, customer correspondence and data communications.
  • Created, maintained and updated documents, reports and databases.
  • Prepared financial and administrative reports and statements for management.
  • Identified and solved problems to enhance management and business direction.
  • Wrote contracts, processed payroll and reported on employee performance.
  • Gathered information, scanned records and maintained confidentiality of electronic data.
  • Set up meetings and appointments, gathered materials, booked conference rooms and provided information to involved parties.
  • Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for managers or supervisors.
  • Answered and routed phone calls and emails, always maintaining confidentiality.
  • Produced and distributed memos, newsletters and other forms of communication.
  • Organized and maintained documents, files and records.
  • Performed billing, collection and reporting functions office.

Bilingual Teacher

Irving ISD
Barton Elementary Irving, TX
06.2002 - 06.2004
  • Adapted curriculums to fit bilingual classrooms and include all students.
  • Communicated with other teachers and parents about bilingual students needs.
  • Wrote exams to monitor classroom success and English language growth.
  • Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction for non-English speaking students within classroom settings.
  • Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule.
  • Assisted Spanish speakers students in learning English as second language.
  • Created daily lesson plans for multi-level adult ESL classes.
  • Attended professional development workshops focused on learning goals and classroom management.
  • Integrated Smartboard and other technology-based tools to support learning objectives.
  • Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and guest speaker events.
  • Assisted Spanish students in learning English as second language.

Director of the Department of Nutrition

Servinutrir, School food Service
Bogota , Cundinamarca, Colombia
01.1997 - 12.1998
  • I implemented the existing guidelines of the Nutrition department, the work instructions and standard operating procedures for food service that offered lunch to more than 900 in two deferent schools with students from grades to kindergarten to 11th grade in Bogota, Colombia.
  • Trained, motivated and developed Nutritionists and Cafeteria personal into leadership positions.
  • Built talented team of nutritionists through outstanding mentoring, coaching and teaching.
  • Scheduled employees, set assignments and observed performance to maximize productivity and achieve demanding production objectives.
  • Supervised and managed daily activities of nutrition team consisting of 5 Nutritionist , food service manager, chef and support staff.
  • Created and developed Nutrition department performance metrics, SOPs and work instructions.
  • Managed and directed 5 Nutritionist team of 10 employees, in two different schools
  • Authored, updated and monitored department policies and standard operating procedures.
  • Watched expenditures closely to prevent and eliminate waste.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Treated associates with fairness and respect, providing recognition of accomplishments.
  • Improved productivity initiatives, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
  • Developed and implemented department performance guidelines, work instructions and standard operating procedures.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and when dealing with unhappy customers, effectively diffusing situations.

Deputy Director

Hospital de Suba
Bogota , Colombia
01.1994 - 07.1998
  • Set agenda, organized plans and managed program operations, updates and new implementations.
  • Contributed to development of annual budgets and investment plans, providing insight into account needs and trends to suggest modifications or developments to business strategies.
  • Took targeted mandates and created actionable plans.
  • Planning, direction and supervision of all service and activities.
  • Responsibility and coordination of the different service areas of the Hospital.
  • Annual assessment of the degree of quality of the service and the degree of user satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences

Pontificia Universidad Xaveriana
Bogota, Colombia
02.1996

Some College (No Degree) - Sales Agent Courses

CHAMPIONS SCHOOL oF REAL ESTATE
Plano, Texas

Some College (No Degree) - Bilingual Education

State Board For Educator Certification
Irving, TX

Skills

  • Bilingual (Spanish/English)
  • Lesson development
  • Audiolingual teaching expert
  • Curriculum development
  • Lesson planning
  • Curriculum development understanding
  • Spanish dialect
  • Spanish pronunciations
  • Educational strategies
  • Client relationships
  • Business development
  • Team collaboration
  • Business management
  • Active listening
  • communication
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Integrity
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Willingness to learn
  • Empathy
  • Critical Thinking
  • Scientific Papers Rewrites
  • Consecutive Translation
  • Oral and Written Communication
  • Message Translation
  • Terminology Consistency
  • Attention to Detail
  • Terminology Review

Websites

Timeline

Private Spanish Teacher

DFW Physician Medical Associates,LLC
07.2023 - 06.2024

Assistant Montessori Teacher

King Arthur Montessori Academy
04.2023 - 06.2024

First Grade Bilingual Teacher

Irving Independent School District
11.2022 - 01.2023

Managing Director

Axeso
07.2014 - 12.2022

Property Manager

Self-employed
05.2013 - Current

Bilingual Teacher

Irving ISD
06.2002 - 06.2004

Director of the Department of Nutrition

Servinutrir, School food Service
01.1997 - 12.1998

Deputy Director

Hospital de Suba
01.1994 - 07.1998

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences

Pontificia Universidad Xaveriana

Some College (No Degree) - Sales Agent Courses

CHAMPIONS SCHOOL oF REAL ESTATE

Some College (No Degree) - Bilingual Education

State Board For Educator Certification

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