Stephanie Ruiz

Learning And Development Specialist | Instructional Design, Education

San Jose, California, United States

About

Experienced educator looking to transition into other professional roles. Skilled in Leadership, Communication, Problem Solving, and People Relations. Strong candidate graduated from University of California, Berkeley.

Experience

  • Proximity Learning, Inc. (1 yr 8 mos)
    • Learning And Development Specialist
      Jun 2023 - Nov 2023 · 6 mos

      • Led Enriched School’s Learning and Development (L&D) team to focus on the training, professional development, and management of over 300 substitute teachers. Served as the L&D team lead in cross department meetings. • Provided ongoing management, coaching, and resources for substitute teachers based on feedback provided by school leaders. Subjects included classroom management, professionalism, and general school-specific expectations. • Created and maintained a Google Site resource for substitute teachers showcasing upcoming events, relevant engagement and development opportunities, resource videos, and knowledge-based articles.

    • Client Success Specialist
      Apr 2022 - Nov 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos

      •Oversaw the Louisiana region for Enriched Schools, placing qualified substitute teachers in schools across the United States. • Fostered relationships with over 20 school leaders, and provided onboarding and ongoing support throughout the school year. • Managed over 50 substitute teachers by completing classroom observations, leading feedback and training sessions.

  • Spanish Teacher at KIPP SoCal Public Schools
    Jul 2019 - Mar 2022 · 2 yrs 9 mos

    • Taught lessons during distance learning through Zoom, recorded video lessons, Google Classroom assignments and Flipgrid. • Taught 10 classes of Spanish per semester to K-4th grade students. Classes consist of 30 students each. • Responsibilities included: (a) lesson design, (b) lesson implementation, (c) grading and progress monitoring, (d) behavior management, and (e) communication with teacher, administration, and parents.

  • Science Instructor at Galileo Learning
    Jun 2019 - Aug 2019 · 3 mos

    • Prepared for and delivered multiple rotations of curriculum per day to a group of up to 25 campers. • Implemented the curriculum and adapted as needed to improve camper experience.

  • Bilingual Teacher at Escuela Popular Dual Language Academy
    Jun 2018 - Jun 2019 · 1 yr 1 mo

    • Taught 2 classes of second grade bilingual education following Engage NY curriculum and Benchmark Adelante. • Subjects included: Science, Mathematics, Social Studies, Spanish Language Arts, and English Language Development. Classes consist of 18 students. • Responsibilities included: (a) lesson design, (b) lesson implementation, (c) grading and progress monitoring, (d)behavior management, and (e) communication with teachers, administration, and parents. • 2018 Teach for America corps member; earned teaching credential through Loyola Marymount University.

  • Research Assistant at Stanford University Center for Education Policy Analysis
    Apr 2018 - Jun 2018 · 3 mos

    • Conducted 30 one-on-one math assessments with 3 and 4 year old children in Oakland.