Alexandra Schroeder
Gig Harbor
Summary
Over 15 years of experience in education, including roles as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and educational leader. Expertise in computer science education and responsive classroom practices, promoting self-advocacy and critical thinking among students. Proven ability to drive change and foster equity in education, while building strong partnerships with families to enhance student success. Committed to continuous learning and adapting to new environments, with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Computer Science Teacher TK-6
Los Altos School District
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Award Recognition: Collaborated with colleagues from diverse experience levels and backgrounds to build program that won the Santa Clara County Award for Excellence in Computer Science Program
- International Recognition: Observed by Taiwanese educational delegation to demonstrate innovative instructional strategies in computer science education
- National Impact: Selected to host visiting educators from across the nation learning excellent computer science instruction delivery
- Designed and implemented computer science curriculum for TK-6 across multiple elementary sites through effective problem-solving partnerships with classroom teachers, ensuring seamless integration that prioritized student learning outcomes
- Developed real-life application projects that integrate computer programming with student agency, purpose, and community building, collaborating with colleagues to ensure all decisions centered on what is best for kids
- Conference Presentation: Presented at National CSTA Conference on "Building Strong Collaboration Through Teaching Communication Skills," demonstrating how cross-functional teamwork improved student assessment and project scores when all stakeholders focused on student-centered solutions
Induction Coach
Los Altos School District
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Coached new teachers through structured inquiry cycles by collaborating with veteran educators, administrators, and support staff from diverse backgrounds to model excellent teaching practices centered on student success
- Developed and implemented mentorship protocols through effective problem-solving with colleagues across experience levels, ensuring all teacher support strategies prioritized positive student outcomes
- Facilitated data-driven coaching conversations in partnership with teachers, administrators, and specialists, focusing collaborative decision-making on what is best for kids and their learning growth
- Created systems for ongoing support through cross-functional collaboration that promoted deep reflection and innovative risk-taking in classroom practice while maintaining student-centered focus
STEM/Literacy Coach
Los Altos School District
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Designed, developed and delivered best-practice presentations for literacy and STEM program implementation through collaborative partnerships with teachers, administrators, and specialists from all experience levels, ensuring all strategies centered on optimal student learning outcomes
- Created innovative techniques to align literacy and STEM curriculums by effectively problem-solving with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, reducing teacher stress and increasing buy-in while prioritizing what is best for kids
- Produced and starred in training videos through collaborative efforts with technical and educational teams to scale learning opportunities to wider audiences, maintaining focus on student-centered instruction
- Developed communication protocols through cross-functional collaboration that increased transparency and reduced teacher isolation across teams, ensuring all initiatives were grounded in student success
Summer School Principal
Los Altos School District
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Directed comprehensive program planning and implementation for district summer school program through effective collaboration with teachers, administrators, and support staff from diverse experience levels, ensuring all decisions prioritized student learning and growth
- Effectively communicated program plans and goals through problem-solving partnerships with parents, principals, teachers, and district leaders, maintaining focus on what is best for kids throughout all stakeholder interactions
- Mentored coaches supporting summer school teachers by collaborating with colleagues from various backgrounds to implement evidence-based intervention strategies centered on student success
- Led hiring process for teachers and support staff through collaborative decision-making with HR and site administrators, while building community partnerships with organizations focused on enhancing student outcomes
STEM Teacher/Coach
Los Altos School District
08.2013 - 01.2016
- Implemented clear and consistent messaging protocols through collaborative problem-solving with colleagues from all experience levels and backgrounds to address stakeholder needs and concerns while centering decisions on student benefit
- Encouraged frequent feedback loops through cross-functional collaboration that allowed for constant program improvement and refinement, ensuring all changes prioritized what is best for kids and their learning experience
- Recognition: Invited to develop and deliver presentations about effective STEM program implementation at CA STEM Symposium for three consecutive years, showcasing collaborative approaches that put student success at the center of all educational innovation
4th Grade Teacher
Los Altos School District
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Developed comprehensive instructional units applying culturally responsive teaching pedagogy to ensure all students saw themselves reflected in the curriculum and could connect learning to their lived experiences
- Created differentiated learning experiences that honored diverse learning styles, cultural backgrounds, and academic readiness levels
- Established classroom community grounded in Responsive Classroom practices, integrating social-emotional learning with academic rigor through morning meetings, collaborative problem-solving, and restorative practices
- Effectively collaborated with grade-level colleagues to continuously improve student experience through shared planning, peer observations, and data analysis focused on both academic achievement and social-emotional growth
- Designed and implemented project-based learning opportunities that connected academic content to real-world applications while building student voice and choice
4th Grade Teacher
SPHDS
08.2007 - 06.2011
- Developed foundational teaching expertise through collaborative partnerships with colleagues from diverse experience levels and cultural backgrounds, learning effective problem-solving approaches that consistently prioritized student learning and well-being
- Built strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues through shared commitment to what is best for kids, while maintaining high academic expectations and fostering inclusive classroom communities
- Engaged in cross-functional collaboration with specialists, administrators, and parent volunteers to create comprehensive learning experiences centered on student growth and success
Education
Master of Arts - School Administration
Notre Dame de Namur University
Belmont, CAMaster of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
Notre Dame de Namur University
Belmont, CACalifornia State Multiple Subject Credential -
Notre Dame de Namur University
Belmont, CADeLeT (Day School Leadership through Teaching) Fellow - Certificate in Day School Teaching
Hebrew Union College
Los Angeles, CABachelor of Science - Sociology
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CASkills
- Educational leadership
- Program management
- Teacher coaching
- Data analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
- Instructional expertise
- Computer science education
- STEM integration
- Responsive classroom practices
- Project design
- Innovation and collaboration
- Design thinking
- Agile methods
- Professional learning communities
- Cross-cultural exchange
- Technology communication
- Technology tools
- Digital learning production
- Data systems
Education Credentials
- Master of Arts in School Administration, Notre Dame de Namur University, Belmont, CA
- Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction, Notre Dame de Namur University, Belmont, CA
- California State Multiple Subject Credential, Notre Dame de Namur University, Belmont, CA
- Certificate in Day School Teaching, Hebrew Union College, Los Angeles, CA, DeLeT (Day School Leadership through Teaching) Fellow
- Bachelor of Science in Sociology, Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA
Professional Development Focus Areas
- Active Listening & Coaching Strategies
- Data Gathering & Analysis
- Computer Science Pedagogy
- Responsive Classroom Methodologies
- Messaging Strategies & Communication
- Design Thinking & Innovation
Core Competencies
Program Implementation & Management, Teacher Coaching & Mentorship, Data Analysis & Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Communication & Engagement, Computer Science Education (TK-6), STEM/Literacy Integration, Responsive Classroom Practices, Real-Life Application Project Design, Design Thinking Process & Creativity, Agile Implementation Methods, Professional Learning Community Building, Cross-Cultural Educational Exchange, Technology Tools (Google, MS, Apple), Video Production & Digital Learning, Data Collection & Retrieval Systems, Presentation Design & Delivery
Mission
Leveraging my 15+ years of experience as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and educational leader, it is my mission to be an agent for change, innovation, and equity in education worldwide. I believe every child is not only entitled to but has the right to high-quality education that builds their capacity for self-advocacy, critical thinking, and compassionate innovation. Through my specialized expertise in computer science education and responsive classroom practices, I empower students to connect with their own identity while building respect and curiosity for others, preparing them to make the world a better place.
Accomplishments
Award Recognition: Collaborated with colleagues from diverse experience levels and backgrounds to build program that won the Santa Clara County Award for Excellence in Computer Science Program
Timeline
Computer Science Teacher TK-6
Los Altos School District
01.2021 - 01.2025
Induction Coach
Los Altos School District
01.2019 - 01.2021
Summer School Principal
Los Altos School District
01.2017 - 06.2017
STEM/Literacy Coach
Los Altos School District
01.2016 - 01.2019
STEM Teacher/Coach
Los Altos School District
08.2013 - 01.2016
4th Grade Teacher
Los Altos School District
08.2011 - 06.2013
4th Grade Teacher
SPHDS
08.2007 - 06.2011
Master of Arts - School Administration
Notre Dame de Namur University
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
Notre Dame de Namur University
California State Multiple Subject Credential -
Notre Dame de Namur University
DeLeT (Day School Leadership through Teaching) Fellow - Certificate in Day School Teaching
Hebrew Union College
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Santa Clara University