Brenda Anderson
Bellingham,MN
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at St. Lawrence Catholic School, enhancing teacher effectiveness and student engagement through comprehensive evaluations and training. Skilled in staff management and verbal communication, adept at fostering community relationships and promoting a positive learning environment. Achieved significant improvements in classroom strategies and discipline enforcement without exceeding budget constraints.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
St. Lawrence Catholic School
08.1992 - Current
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Teacher
Dassel-Cokato ISD 466
09.1991 - 05.1992
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ortonville Area Health Services
05.1986 - 07.1990
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Southwest Minnesota State University
Marshall, MNMaster of Science - Education Administration
University of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD08.2019
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Willmar Community College
Willmar, MN05.1989
High School Diploma -
Bellingham Public School
Bellingham, MN05.1987
Skills
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Staff Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Principal
St. Lawrence Catholic School
08.1992 - Current
Teacher
Dassel-Cokato ISD 466
09.1991 - 05.1992
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ortonville Area Health Services
05.1986 - 07.1990
Bachelor of Science -
Southwest Minnesota State University
Master of Science - Education Administration
University of Sioux Falls
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Willmar Community College
High School Diploma -
Bellingham Public School
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