ANNE SANDLER
QUEENS
Summary
Highly experienced English Teacher certified in New York to teach Secondary English. Offering 10+years of experience, with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Art Teacher
South Bronx International Charter School for International Cultures and the Arts
08.2024 - Current
- Inspire students and assist in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media
- Document student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child
- Demonstrate a commitment to social justice and equity, cultural competence, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse people
Freelance Artist/Performer/Creative Writer
Self-employeed
07.2020 - Current
- Award-winning storyteller, NPR’s Moth Radio Hour
- Songwriter in Residence, Astoria Music Collective
- Standup Comic, The Comedy Store, Upright Citizens Brigade
- Creative Nonfiction Writer, Viking Press (currently)
- Artist in Residence, MOCA Outsider-Artist Resident
Community Outreach Organizer
The Outreach Team
09.2020 - 08.2024
- Directed 30+ canvassers to promote voting in underserved communities.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Collected and analyzed data to identify community needs before implementing programs to multiple audiences across state.
IB Secondary English Teacher
Chatsworth Hills Academy
08.2013 - 06.2019
- Taught three sections of literature-based classes and writing workshop classes (memoir, poetry, fiction)
- Taught two sections of American literature
- Served as an advisor to 10-12 students
- Participated in the life of the school community outside of the classroom, according to their passions, skills, and the school’s needs
High School English Teacher
Urban Assembly School for Criminal Justice
09.2012 - 06.2013
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
AP English Curriculum Developer/Content Writer
LAN Academy for International Online Learning
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Designed AP English curriculum for online digital learning platforms for international students (11th, 12th grade)
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty
High School English Teacher
Legacy High School
09.2010 - 06.2012
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
Middle School English/Drama Teacher
Waverly School of the Arts for the Gifted & Talented
01.2003 - 01.2011
- Focused curriculum on areas of equity, social justice, and building community.
- Facilitated art clubs, after-school programs, and extracurricular art opportunities.
- Devised and implemented original Drama program for 5th-8th grade.
Education
MA - Secondary English
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY01.2005
BA - British & American Literature/Theatre
New College
New College, FL01.2003
Skills
- Project-based learning
- Creative writing
- Student assessments
- Literary analysis
- Lesson planning
- Problem-solving skills
- Background in American and World Literature
- Multicultural education
- Instructional technology
- Student evaluations
- Classroom management
- Rubric creation
Certification
- Secondary English Certification, NYS - Permanent
- MYP English & History Certtification, International Baccalaureate Program-Permanent
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Art Teacher
South Bronx International Charter School for International Cultures and the Arts
08.2024 - Current
Community Outreach Organizer
The Outreach Team
09.2020 - 08.2024
Freelance Artist/Performer/Creative Writer
Self-employeed
07.2020 - Current
IB Secondary English Teacher
Chatsworth Hills Academy
08.2013 - 06.2019
High School English Teacher
Urban Assembly School for Criminal Justice
09.2012 - 06.2013
AP English Curriculum Developer/Content Writer
LAN Academy for International Online Learning
01.2012 - 01.2013
High School English Teacher
Legacy High School
09.2010 - 06.2012
Middle School English/Drama Teacher
Waverly School of the Arts for the Gifted & Talented
01.2003 - 01.2011
BA - British & American Literature/Theatre
New College
MA - Secondary English
Brooklyn College
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