Brenda Lynn Anderson
Austin,MN
Summary
Experienced with developing and implementing instructional strategies that improve teaching effectiveness. Utilizes data-driven approaches to assess and address educational needs. Track record of fostering professional growth among educators through consistent support and guidance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Coach and Early Intervention Teacher
Rochester Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Created customized professional development workshops tailored to address specific challenges identified within each department or grade level team.
- Assisted new teachers acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Front End Supervis
Lowes Home Improvement Store
12.2021 - Current
- Monitored cashier performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement training opportunities as needed.
- Monitored cash drawers and perform balancing and daily deposits. Research errors and follow up with employees for training.
- Coached and mentored team members for better performance, leading to higher levels of productivity and job satisfaction.
- Collaborated with store management to develop strategies for improving overall store performance and customer satisfaction.
Summer of Discovery Director
Rochester Public Schools
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Hired and implemented high-performing teams for a summer enrichment program for students through mentorship, and guidance.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Enhanced data-driven decision-making by implementing advanced analytics and reporting tools.
Early Childhood Special Education teacher
Stewartville, MN
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Data Collection coordinator for state grant program on social/emotional Pyramid Model curriculum, and participant in pre-k curriculum program teaching strategies for alignment of assessment with state standards
- Evaluator using standardized assessment tools for eligibility
- Coordinated with related service providers to ensure seamless delivery of supports for students requiring additional interventions or therapies.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, using data analysis tools to inform ongoing instructional planning and decision making.
- Reviewed formative and summative data and information from diagnostic tests to accurately assess students.
Early Childhood Special Education teacher
Byron, MN
07.2016 - 07.2020
- B-2 teacher, delivering early intervention through home visits with adult education via parent coaching strategies
- Fluent in Part C and Part B due process state paperwork
- Participant in course study of adult learning theories
Early Childhood Special Education teacher
Austin Public Schools
05.2011 - 05.2016
- B-2 teacher, ages 3-5 Classroom (resource room w/ high needs & co-taught classroom with Headstart), Substitute for the Autism classroom
Education
Master of Science Instruction and Curriculum -
Western Governors University (WGU)
Salt Lake City, UTEducation
Colorado State University - Pueblo
Pueblo, CO02.2022
Bachelor’s degree - Early Childhood Special Education B-6 Teacher -
Winona State University
Rochester, MNSkills
- Direct classroom instruction-adult education via parent coaching,-curriculum writing-assessment and evaluation-case manager responsible for coordinating education teams of therapists, teachers and parents-coaching experience with middle school and high school age children Trainer for multi practice dental office & trained staff in previous retail career
Timeline
Summer of Discovery Director
Rochester Public Schools
04.2024 - 08.2024
Instructional Coach and Early Intervention Teacher
Rochester Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Front End Supervis
Lowes Home Improvement Store
12.2021 - Current
Early Childhood Special Education teacher
Stewartville, MN
08.2020 - 08.2022
Early Childhood Special Education teacher
Byron, MN
07.2016 - 07.2020
Early Childhood Special Education teacher
Austin Public Schools
05.2011 - 05.2016
Bachelor’s degree - Early Childhood Special Education B-6 Teacher -
Winona State University
Master of Science Instruction and Curriculum -
Western Governors University (WGU)
Education
Colorado State University - Pueblo
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