Alicia Anderson, M. Ed
Olathe,Kansas
Summary
Skilled educator focused on implementing and training educators in highly effective instructional practices to improve student learning and academic performance. Ambitious and energetic with a welcoming and understanding demeanor. Dedicated to continuous professional development and support in establishing and maintaining a culturally inclusive school environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Intern (Assistant Principal Intern)
Shawnee Mission School District
Apache Elementary
07.2022 - Current
- Managed student discipline matters such as coordinating parent meetings to comply with district and legal policies.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
- Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
- Collaborated with parents and students to coordinate school events.
- Assisted in supervising extracurricular activities and events.
- Engaged with parents to drive parent participation.
Instructional Coach
Shawnee Mission School District
Sunflower Elementary
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Met diverse student population needs by coaching teachers in planning and implementing lessons with wide variety of teaching strategies.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Planned lessons with teachers for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Developed staff members' attitudes, skills, and knowledge through various professional development targeted topics.
- Reviewed formative and summative data and information from diagnostic tests to accurately assess students and worked with teachers to determine appropriate interventions and enrichments to extend student learning.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Innovation Specialist
Shawnee Mission School District
Comanche/Shawanoe Elementary
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Supported classroom teachers by providing structured intervention in reading and math which aligns with student needs according to testing data.
- Identify and target specific math instruction and provide intervention and enrichment support as needed for students.
- Develop and facilitate project-based learning opportunities for students incorporating current grade-level standards.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Provide expertise in effective instructional practices and professional learning for colleagues.
- Attended training programs to deepen professional skillset and assisted in training colleagues in existing and new intervention/curricula programs.
Education Specialist
Savvas Learning Company, Pearson K12 Learning
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Developed and presented math and science best practice professional development to educators across the nation.
- Lead enVision2020 and other math-related professional development sessions.
- Supported classroom teachers and school leaders/administrators to understand, assess and execute curriculum and professional development needs.
Innovation Specialist
Shawnee Mission School District
Apache Elementary
08.2016 - 12.2020
- Led STEM classes for students in grades 1-6 which incorporated Next Generation Science Standards and 21st Century learning skills.
- Identified and targeted specific math instruction and provided intervention and enrichment support as needed for students in grades kindergarten through sixth grade.
- Developed and facilitated project-based learning opportunities for students incorporating current grade-level standards.
- Provided expertise in effective instructional practices and professional learning for colleagues.
- Lead professional development sessions in the Shawnee Mission School District on
- Project-based Learning and how to effectively implement it within the current curriculum.
Math Specialist
Shawnee Mission School District
Crestview Elementary
08.2012 - 08.2016
- Coached classroom teachers on research-based instructional strategies including technology integration.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Improved student test scores on state math tests by 20% in one year period by assisting teachers with effectively implementing a new math resource tool.
- Collected, analyzed and tracked data on student progress.
- Planned, implemented, monitored, and assessed a classroom instructional program that was consistent with Shawnee Mission School district regulations.
- Assisted with the organization and administration of standardized testing.
Third Grade Teacher
Memphis City Schools
Snowden Elementary
08.2011 - 08.2012
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service training sessions.
- Implemented improvements to improve thebehavior of class and individual students.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents to involve them in the educational process.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Star Academy Charter School
Memphis, TN
08.2010 - 08.2011
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents to involve them in the educational process.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Organized grade records to increase reference speed.
Second Grade Teacher
Memphis City Schools
Brownsville Road Elementary
08.2004 - 08.2010
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents which involved them in the educational process
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social and citizenship skills.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Organized grade records to increase reference speed.
4th Grade Teacher
Blue Valley Schools
Harmony Elementary
08.2001 - 12.2001
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
Education
Building Principal Certification - Education Administration
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS12.2021
Master of Science - Education (Technology Integration)
Walden University
04.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
MidAmerica Nazarene University
12.1999
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Problem Solving Support
- Teacher Observation
- Building Rapport and Trust
- Encouraging and Motivating Students
- Team Collaboration
- PowerPoint Presentations
- Extracurricular Activities
- Strong Organizational Skills
Professional Accomplishments
- Shawnee Mission School District Leadership Team (2021-Present)
- Building Leadership Team: Comanche Elementary (2020-2021), Sunflower Elementary (2021-Present)
- Math Cadre: Shawnee Mission School District (2015-2016,
2017-2018, 2021-Present) - Instructional Fair Presenter (Project Based Learning) Shawnee Mission School District (2016-2017, 2017-2018)
- Building Leadership Team: Apache Elementary (2016-2017, 2017-2018)
- Professional Development Planning Team: Apache Elementary (2016-2017, 2017-2018)
- Project-Based Learning Trainer: Apache Elementary (2016-2020)
- Project Lead the Way Trainer: Apache Elementary (2016-2020)
- Technology Cadre, Shawnee Mission School District (2013-2014)
- Math Curriculum Council: Shawnee Mission School District
(2012-2013, 2014-2015, 2015-2016)
Timeline
Administrative Intern (Assistant Principal Intern)
Shawnee Mission School District
07.2022 - Current
Instructional Coach
Shawnee Mission School District
08.2021 - 07.2022
Innovation Specialist
Shawnee Mission School District
08.2020 - 08.2021
Education Specialist
Savvas Learning Company, Pearson K12 Learning
01.2020 - 08.2020
Innovation Specialist
Shawnee Mission School District
08.2016 - 12.2020
Math Specialist
Shawnee Mission School District
08.2012 - 08.2016
Third Grade Teacher
Memphis City Schools
08.2011 - 08.2012
Fourth Grade Teacher
Star Academy Charter School
08.2010 - 08.2011
Second Grade Teacher
Memphis City Schools
08.2004 - 08.2010
4th Grade Teacher
Blue Valley Schools
08.2001 - 12.2001
Building Principal Certification - Education Administration
Pittsburg State University
Master of Science - Education (Technology Integration)
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
MidAmerica Nazarene University