Ruth Torres

Dedicated and compassionate professional with extensive experience in Montessori education, leadership, and social work services. Skilled in child development, classroom support, communication, crisis intervention, and educational guidance. Currently completing a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work while serving as an intern at Help Now of Osceola, supporting survivors of domestic violence and their families.

Passionate about creating safe, supportive, and development-focused environments for children and families.

Lead Teacher at Montessori School of Orlando (2022-01 – Present)

• Support individualized student learning through the Montessori method.
• Assist with lesson preparation, supervision, and classroom management.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and positive learning environment.
• Encourage independence, emotional growth, and student engagement.

Teacher Assistant at Montessori Education (2016-01 – 2022-12)

• Supported lead teachers in Montessori classroom instruction and daily activities.
• Assisted students with individualized learning and developmental support.
• Prepared educational materials aligned with the Montessori method.
• Helped maintain structured, nurturing, and student-centered environments.

Social Work Intern at Help Now of Osceola (2025-01 – Present)

• Assisted survivors of domestic violence and families within a shelter environment.
• Provided emotional support, advocacy, and community resource assistance.
• Collaborated with staff and interns to support participant needs and daily operations.
• Helped develop a Montessori-style tutoring initiative for children residing in the shelter.
• Participated in crisis support, transportation coordination, and educational activities.

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work – Ana G. Méndez University

High School Diploma – Francisco Zayas Santana (1994-12)