Amanda Sanderson-McBride
Reno,Nevada
Summary
Accomplished Dean of Students at Marvin Picollo School, WCSD, recognized for fostering an inclusive learning environment and implementing data-driven instructional strategies. Demonstrates expertise in differentiated curriculum development and the creation of individualized educational plans, alongside effective crisis management. Significantly contributed to school improvement plans and professional development initiatives while promoting strong community engagement. Committed to enhancing student support and staff collaboration for continuous educational advancement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students
Marvin Picollo School, WCSD
Reno, NV
07.2023 - Current
- Special School, Pre-K to Transition, Ages 3 to 22.
Special Education Teacher
Marvin Picollo School, WCSD
Reno, Nevada
08.2012 - 06.2023
- Comprehensive Life Skills, 5th Grade-Transition
Student Teacher
Donner Springs Elementary, WCSD
Reno, Nevada
01.2012 - 05.2012
- General Education, 2nd Grade
- Special Education, Resource, K-6th Grade
Education
Education Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ10-2024
Master of Arts - Education
Sierra Nevada College
Reno, NV12-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Sierra Nevada College
Reno, NV12-2000
Skills
- Classroom and behavioral management
- Implementation of data-driven instructional strategies and curriculum development
- Facilitates professional development initiatives
- Development and implementation of school improvement plans
- Lead for Family and Community Engagement on site
- Fosters an inclusive and supportive learning environment for students and staff
- Active Participant in Leadership Team
- Collaboration with students, staff, community stakeholders, and families
- Crisis management and intervention
Professional Development
- Parent Teacher Home Visit Training, 2024
- WCSD Academy 24-25
- Restorative Practice, 2024
- McREL: Cultivating a Purposeful School Community, 2024
- McREL: Inspiring and Leading Change, 2024
- McREL: Focusing on What Matters Most for Student Learning, 2023
- McREL: Leadership for Better School Performance, 2023
- LEA Training for New Admin 1.0, 2023
- LEA Training 2.0, 2023
- Novice Dean Collegial, 2023
- School-Based Emergency Operations Plan - Deep Dive, 2023
- Goalbook Training with a Focus on Supporting Behavior, 2023
- CPI Advanced Physical Skills, 2023 and 2024
- Specially Designed Instruction, 2020
- Trauma Informed Practices/SEL, 2020
- R.E.A.L. Family Engagement, 2020
- Equity/Diversity/Access, 2020
- From Inspiration to Implementation: Own It, 2015
- Defensible IEP Writing, 2015
- Mentoring the Novice Teacher, 2014-2015
- CPR, 2016-Present
Timeline
Dean of Students
Marvin Picollo School, WCSD
07.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Marvin Picollo School, WCSD
08.2012 - 06.2023
Student Teacher
Donner Springs Elementary, WCSD
01.2012 - 05.2012
Education Administration
University of Phoenix
Master of Arts - Education
Sierra Nevada College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Sierra Nevada College
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