Amber Sainz EdD
Mount Pleasant,South Carolina
Summary
Results-oriented educational leader with a strong background in implementing impactful programs such as Leader in Me. Proven ability to enhance educator collaboration and improve academic performance through targeted professional development and data-informed decision-making.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Elementary Principal
Charleston County Schools
Charleston, South Carolina
07.2020 - Current
- Facilitated professional learning communities to enhance collaborative teaching practices.
- Participated in UVA Partnership for Leaders in Education (2021-current)
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor educational strategies and improve student outcomes.
- Implemented response to intervention frameworks to support at-risk students effectively.
- Conducted academic monitoring to track student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Championed Leader in Me program to foster student leadership and accountability.
- Promoted cooperative learning techniques to encourage teamwork and peer engagement.
Elementary Principal
Republic School District
Republic, Missouri
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Facilitated Response to Intervention sessions to support student growth.
- Led Professional Learning Communities to enhance educator collaboration and effectiveness.
- Implemented Leader in Me program, promoting student leadership and accountability.
- Conducted math workshops to improve instructional strategies and student engagement.
- Performed classroom walkthroughs to assess teaching practices and provide constructive feedback.
Elementary Principal
Hollister School District
Hollister, Missouri
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Facilitated Math Recovery training to enhance student performance in mathematics.
- Conducted classroom observations to assess teaching effectiveness and identify improvement areas.
- Delivered professional development sessions to strengthen educator skills and instructional strategies.
Literacy Coach
Republic School District
Republic, Missouri
08.2010 - 05.2015
- Prepared and delivered literacy presentations to staff
- Facilitated weekly team meetings
- Provided modeling coaching, and feedback to teachers
- Monitored literacy implementation througgh assessment data
- Completed literacy implementation checks
- Developed ELA curriculum aligned to standards
- PBIS coach
- Member of student intervention team
Instructional Coach
Republic School District
Republic, Missouri
08.2009 - 05.2011
- Completed two years of intensive training in Kagan Cooperative Learning.
- Implemented cooperative learning structures to enhance student engagement in classroom.
- Received coaching and constructive feedback on cooperative learning methods.
- Coached K-12 teachers on effective cooperative learning strategies.
Elementary School Teacher
Republic School District
Republic, Missouri
08.2007 - 05.2010
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and student needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment, encouraging student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress using formative and summative evaluation methods regularly.
Title 1 Teacher
Republic School District
Republic, Missouri
08.2005 - 05.2007
- Instructed students in 1st-5th in literacy instruction
- Guided and directed reading paraprofessionals
- Monitored tutoring program
- Monitored and implemented school reading improvement plan
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
Title I/Reading Recovery Teacher
Willard Public Schools
Willard, Missouri
08.2004 - 05.2005
- Instructed first through fourth-grade students in small group literacy sessions.
- Trained in Reading Recovery techniques to enhance student literacy.
- Monitored instructional progress and adjusted strategies based on data analysis.
Elementary School Teacher
Willard School District
Willard, Missouri
08.2000 - 05.2004
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and student needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment encouraging student participation and collaboration.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Assessed student progress using formative and summative evaluation methods regularly.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Administration
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO12-2021
Master of Science - Educational Administration
Missouri State University
Springfield, Missouri, MO05-2014
Master of Science - Reading
Missouri State University
Springfield, Missouri, MO05-2003
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Missouri State University
Springfield, Missouri, MO05-2000
Skills
- Data-driven instruction
- Professional learning communities
- Educational leadership
- Curriculum development
- Classroom assessment
- Professional development
- Team collaboration
- Systems focused
- Leader in Me
Certification
Superintendent Certificate
References
References available upon request.
Accomplishments
Charleston County STAR Principal Nominee 2024
Affiliations
Seacoast Church
Affiliations
- SCASA 2020-current
- NAESP 2024-current
Timeline
Elementary Principal
Charleston County Schools
07.2020 - Current
Elementary Principal
Republic School District
06.2017 - 06.2020
Elementary Principal
Hollister School District
06.2015 - 06.2017
Literacy Coach
Republic School District
08.2010 - 05.2015
Instructional Coach
Republic School District
08.2009 - 05.2011
Elementary School Teacher
Republic School District
08.2007 - 05.2010
Title 1 Teacher
Republic School District
08.2005 - 05.2007
Title I/Reading Recovery Teacher
Willard Public Schools
08.2004 - 05.2005
Elementary School Teacher
Willard School District
08.2000 - 05.2004
Doctor of Education - Educational Administration
Lindenwood University
Master of Science - Educational Administration
Missouri State University
Master of Science - Reading
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Missouri State University