MICHELLE

RUIZ

Educational Specialist

** ******** **, *******, ********, United

States, 22963

lovetoteach1969@gmail.com4158671541

Well-qualified Special Education Teacher versed in working with all learning styles. Regularly attend professional development seminars, faculty meetings, and parent-teacher-student IEPs to remain connected to the needs of the student and their parents. I created effective lesson plans and curricula to accommodate all the students.

Professional Experience

Moderate/Severe Educational Specialist Vallejo Unified School District September 2018 - 2022

~Gather information and data from teachers, parents, and IEP files to develop action plans.

~Implemented individualized classroom instruction to meet student needs and IEPs. ~Assist students in developing coping skills and meeting educational milestones. ~Provided feedback to parents and students regarding progress.

~Implemented a workability program for students to gain employment in the community

~Created a monthly "Bistro Cafe" and "Morning Mingle" provided for the staff led by the students to receive hands-on learning experience with money, food handling, and interpersonal skills.

~Supervised field trips to the local community college and Auto Technology College

~Worked with an average of 13-25 students per class.

~Encouraged students to be understanding of others.

~Conducted group and individual activities with students based on differentiated learning needs. Elementary Education Specialist Bethany Lutheran Elementary August 2007 - June 2018

~ Responsible for the academic and social progress of children aged from 5 to 12.

~ prepared lesson plans, organize classroom activities, assigned papers, monitored student performance, explained abstract concepts, answering to inquiries, and reported to parents.

~ prepare younger students for future education by teaching them vital subjects, such as reading, science, and mathematics.

~ help students develop critical thinking skills, learn to solve problems, and understand abstract ideas.

~ resourceful and engaged students in learning, and taught students how to study, communicate and work with others.

~excellent communicators with students, other staff, parents, and administrators. Moderate/Severe Educational Specialist Desert Sands Unified School District August 2022 - June 2023 Education

Moderate/Severe Teaching Credential in Special Education Touro University, Vallejo August 2019 - May 2021 Multiple Subject Credential in Elementary Teaching Dominican College of San Rafael, San Rafael, California August 1998 - June 1999

Developed behavior plans for students in order to help them manage their emotions and behaviors Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for each student Provided emotional support to students with disabilities and their families Key Skills

Behavioral data assessments, IEP compliance, Parent relations, Compassionate nature, Observant, Continuous professional development, Scheduling proficiency, Fast learner, Compassionate, Technical Prowess, Excellent Communicator