Roxanne Cruz
Los Angeles
Summary
Attentive and creative Educator, passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Assistant
NALCAP
Burgos
10.2023 - Current
- Facilitated group discussions on topics related to English literature and culture.
- Supported teachers during exams by proctoring tests and grading assignments.
- Provided individualized attention to struggling students, helping them develop their English language skills.
- Encouraged students to participate in class activities by providing positive reinforcement.
- Developed and delivered engaging English language lessons for students of all ages.
English Language Assistant
NALCAP
Basque Country
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Taught English classes to students of various levels.
- Fostered positive, student-centered learning environments by incorporating gentle discipline and classroom discussions.
- Cultivated deeper understanding of themes in students and helped each read works to find meanings and explore concepts.
- Created exciting lessons on course material to educate and engage students in classroom.
- Utilized technology resources to develop immersive, informative lessons.
Facilitator
The New School West
Venice
06.2017 - 01.2020
- Eliminated learning gaps and effectively instructed students utilizing wide variety of innovative teaching aids and motivational and implementation strategies.
- Promoted consensus-building approach where every member contributed to group structure.
- Participated in conferences, trainings and meetings related to areas of assigned responsibility.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
Nanny
Private
Costa Mesa
08.2011 - 06.2019
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
- Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Engaged children with games and puzzles to promote mental development and enjoyment.
- Monitored children's behavior, health and well-being as well as physical, emotional and mental development.
- Cooked nutritious meals to promote healthy diet and nutrition.
Preschool Teacher
Woodland Hills Private School
Los Angeles
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders and speech problems.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Preschool Teacher
Amerimont Montessori Academy
Anaheim Hills
11.2015 - 06.2016
- Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Childcare Coordinator
Club Med
Florida
06.2015 - 11.2015
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Responded to classroom emergencies and helped handle medical, emotional and behavioral concerns.
- Achieved budgetary targets by monitoring expenses and resource utilization, cutting waste and strengthening revenue streams.
Assistant Director of Education
Huntington Learning Center
Los Angeles
02.2014 - 01.2015
- Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
- Planned, directed and monitored instructional methods and content of educational and vocational programs.
- Facilitated both in-person and virtual training courses to provide valuable training for new and current staff.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Collaborated with managers to identify team weaknesses and created attack plans to resolve training gaps.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies.
- Directed and coordinated activities of teachers or administrators at schools, public agencies or institutions.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Tutor Time
Los Angeles
09.2013 - 02.2014
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Created and assembled classroom displays and decorations.
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
- Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules and maintain safety.
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
Los Angeles
07.2013 - 01.2014
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to determine student needs, develop tutoring plans and assess student progress.
- Communicated student progress to students, parents, or teachers in written progress reports, in person, or by email.
- Met with students to clarify and review concepts taught in class and solve specific problems.
- Maintained records of students assessment results, progress, feedback and school performance.
- Prepared students for standardized tests, ACT exams and advanced course placements.
Student Support Paraprofessional Assistant
Santa Ana Unified School District
Santa Ana
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
- Utilized instructional techniques and hands-on curriculum to retain interest and maximize receptive learning in students.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
- Distributed and collected tests and homework to prepare for grading by head teacher.
Education
In-Depth Study Group Reggio Emilia Approach - Education
Loris Malaguzzi Center
Reggio Emilia 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Language Arts Teacher Education
California State University in Long Beach
Los Angeles, USA12.2012
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Moorpark College
California, USA06.2006
Skills
- Curricula Planning
- Class Supplies Requisition
- Creative Thinking
- Textbook Selection
- Communication Class Instruction
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Decision Making
- Critical Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Attention to Detail
- Cultural Activities Participation
- Campus Event Participation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Problem Identification and Resolution
- Work Prioritization
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
English Language Assistant
NALCAP
10.2023 - Current
English Language Assistant
NALCAP
10.2021 - 05.2023
Facilitator
The New School West
06.2017 - 01.2020
Preschool Teacher
Woodland Hills Private School
06.2016 - 06.2017
Preschool Teacher
Amerimont Montessori Academy
11.2015 - 06.2016
Childcare Coordinator
Club Med
06.2015 - 11.2015
Assistant Director of Education
Huntington Learning Center
02.2014 - 01.2015
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Tutor Time
09.2013 - 02.2014
Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
07.2013 - 01.2014
Student Support Paraprofessional Assistant
Santa Ana Unified School District
01.2012 - 12.2013
Nanny
Private
08.2011 - 06.2019
In-Depth Study Group Reggio Emilia Approach - Education
Loris Malaguzzi Center
Bachelor of Arts - Language Arts Teacher Education
California State University in Long Beach
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Moorpark College
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