An Ohio high school English teacher resigned from her job after she was caught making sexually explicit content for adult websites, but still insists she is ‘one of greatest’ educators the school has had.
Jennifer Ruziscka, 50, resigned from her job as an English teacher at Springfield High School after she was put on administrative leave for operating OnlyFans and Fansly accounts.
Superintendent Matt Geha said the school district became aware on January 26 that the teacher, who had been employed with them since 1996, was operating a ‘pornographic/sexually graphic website,’ reported WTOL.
She had a disciplinary hearing scheduled for January 31, but submitted her resignation before that hearing occurred.
‘Regardless of what I do in my private life for the sake of keeping a roof over my family’s head and a car parked in the garage, I remain one of the greatest English teachers ever to serve in the Springfield Local School District,’ Ruziscka told WTOL.
Jennifer Ruziscka, 50, resigned from her job as an English teacher at Springfield High School after she was put on administrative leave for operating OnlyFans and Fansly accounts
A personnel file found multiple images of Ruziscka in lingerie on Fansly, OnlyFans and Instagram under an account identified as ‘jenniferssecrets’
The superintendent told her that the district was aware of the online sexual behavior and ‘conduct unbecoming’ of an educator
‘People can label me anything they want to; however, it doesn’t change the commendable level of dedication and exemplary work ethic I execute as an educator.’
Ruziscka worked as a cheerleading coach and yearbook advisor, and her salary at the time of her resignation was $74,720.
A personnel file obtained by the local news station found multiple images of Ruziscka in lingerie on Fansly asking patrons to subscribe to watch her perform various sexual acts.
The account identified as ‘jenniferssecrets’ has 7,900 likes, 1,200 followers, 302 photos and 25 videos as of March 28.
The account biography said, ‘If you can keep a secret, you can call me Miss Jennifer.’
An Instagram account linked to the page said, ‘If you like what you see but want more of me, check me out on Fansly and be one of my best kept secrets.’
Geha said in a letter sent to the Ohio Board of Education that during the investigation into her conduct, ‘the evidence was secured with guidance from the district attorney.’
He contacted Ruziscka and told her that the district was aware of the online sexual behavior and ‘conduct unbecoming’ of an educator.
Geha told Ruziscka in an email that evidence found included ‘an online account which is open and available to the public for view that is maintained by you and includes sexualized images and videos of you.’
He said her conduct violated the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators, Sections 1, 8 and 9 (h).’
Section 9, which is labeled ‘Appropriate and Responsible Use of Technology’ states: ‘While maintaining their constitutional rights, educators recognize that when using technology, the words they choose and the context of their statements can reflect negatively on the positions, schools and the profession.’
After she resigned, Ruziscka said, ‘I remain one of the greatest English teachers ever to serve in the Springfield Local School District’
Ruziscka worked as a cheerleading coach and yearbook advisor, and her salary at the time of her resignation was $74,720
Geha said, ‘Conduct unbecoming includes but is not limited to using technology, social media or other electronic communications to host, post, or distribute improper or inappropriate material that could be reasonably accessed by the school community, including, but not limited to, pornography, obscene material.’
Ruziscka told WTVG, ‘As I have always been one who stands in the shoes of others, I hope others will now stand in mine.’
‘While disclosing specific details might offer a reasonable explanation to some, it would come at the cost of ruining the reputation of someone else. Enough damage has been done and I am not comfortable bringing unwanted attention to anyone else and causing that individual to pay for it.’
‘I was honored to teach 9th grade English at SHS where my service spanned nearly 3 decades, and during what is often a thankless job, I was recognized and awarded for my innovation, dedication, and performance,’ said Ruziscka.
‘My reputation was exemplary as one who put her students first, went above and beyond expectations, and created an engaging learning environment where students knew they were valued, motivated, and loved.’
