CANDICE MANDEL

Dedicated and results-driven educator with over a decade of experience in elementary and multilingual education. Passionate about implementing research-based instructional strategies to enhance student learning and achievement. Committed to fostering a collaborative school environment by actively engaging with colleagues, families, and the community. Skilled in leading professional development and mentoring educators in literacy and language acquisition, ensuring continuous growth and success for all.

• Attendance Chair, 2019-Present, Lead school-wide initiatives to improve student attendance and engagement.
• Science of Reading Facilitator, 2024-Present, Conduct professional development sessions on evidence-based literacy instruction.
• ELD Rep, 9/2024-Present, Attend monthly meetings. Conduct collaborative plannings to ensure colleagues receive learned information
• Science of Reading Fellowship Member, 2023-2024, Participated in a specialized literacy cohort to deepen instructional expertise.
• Girls On the Run Coach, 2022-2024, Mentored and supported young girls in developing confidence and leadership skills.

• Provide individualized tutoring for students, focusing on reading intervention and literacy development.
• Utilize UFLI (University of Florida Literacy Institute) phonics-based intervention to support students with dyslexia.
• Apply Science of Reading and The Writing Revolution methodologies to improve students' reading comprehension and fluency.
• Track student progress and adjust instructional strategies to meet individual learning needs.