Terea Ruelas
Clovis,California
Summary
Social Science educator with eight years of experience working with students in various capacities in the Central Valley. Adept in developing and implementing research-supported instructional strategies and advocating for safe learning environments to foster growth for all students. Committed to upholding Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and building 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, digital literacy, problem-solving, social-emotional development, and collaboration among students.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Science Teacher
Fresno Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans for Modern World History and AP African American Studies
- Improved student performance by offering UDL principles to support ELs and students with IEPs.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, adjusting instructional strategies in the curriculum.
Summer School Social Science Teacher
Sanger Unified School District
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans for Modern World History.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging writing, reading, and primary source evaluation.
Certificated Substitute Teacher
Fresno Unified School
10.2017 - 07.2022
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Graduate Assistant
California State University, Fresno
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Semester-long assignment that encompassed administrative and research duties per professor's request
- Oversaw groups of over 50 students and assisted with academic assignments aligned with a US GE course.
- Participated in course planning to promote effective assessments.
- Organized various class presentations and new course materials as directed by professor.
Student Assistant to the Dean of Education
California State University, Fresno
09.2013 - 02.2017
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying and distributing mail.
- Helped with administrative support by managing incoming calls, coordinating files and sorting mail.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
Teaching Fellows Tutor
Teaching Fellows
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Collaborated with students and administration to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Met with students and discussed educational goals and expectations.
Education
Single Subject Credential Program - Education
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA05.2023
Master of Arts - History
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - History
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA05.2017
Skills
- Curriculum Planning
- Classroom Instruction
- Staff Collaboration
- Feedback Delivery
- Instructional Strategies
Timeline
Social Science Teacher
Fresno Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
Summer School Social Science Teacher
Sanger Unified School District
05.2022 - 08.2022
Graduate Assistant
California State University, Fresno
07.2018 - 01.2019
Certificated Substitute Teacher
Fresno Unified School
10.2017 - 07.2022
Student Assistant to the Dean of Education
California State University, Fresno
09.2013 - 02.2017
Teaching Fellows Tutor
Teaching Fellows
08.2013 - 08.2014
Single Subject Credential Program - Education
Fresno Pacific University
Master of Arts - History
California State University - Fresno
Bachelor of Arts - History
California State University - Fresno
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