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Danielle Sanchez

Gainesville,Tx

Summary

Enthusiastic and responsive professional with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification, and individualized support. Easily cultivates trusting and productive relationships with students, parents, teachers and administration. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Dual Language Teacher 5th

Valley View JH
Valley View, Texas
08.2025 - Current
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum integration of language skills.
  • Facilitated cultural exchange activities to promote understanding among students.
  • Identify educational gaps in core subjects and provided scaffolding to advance student achievement

Teacher, 6th & 7th grade

Staley Middle School- Frisco ISD
Frisco, TX
08.2020 - 05.2025

6th Grade English –Advanced and On Level

7th Grade English –Advanced and On Level

Competencies

Discipline Improvement Classroom Management ESL/EB planning Lesson Plan Development Backwards Design GT identification Special Education advocating Stakeholder Connections Early Adoption Technology

Additonal roles

-AVID Culture Coordinator –Spelling Bee Coordinator –Student Council Sponsor –Decathalon Rater –Student Mentor -Sunshine Committee -House Bill Tutor –Level Up STAAR Camp Coach –Campus Improvement - AVID Curriculum team – UIL Coach: Spelling, Listening, Math and Chess

Student Teacher

Valley View Elementary
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Implemented lessons following the Texas/Valley View curriculum for all subjects
  • Implemented positive behavior classroom management strategies to enhance student engagement and learning environment.
  • Attended professional development programs geared toward Valley View ISD STAAR testing
  • Attended writing and editing programs to develop skills aimed at boosting students' performance on STAAR tests.
  • Participated in 4th grade planning sessions and contributed to the organization of future lessons.
  • Contributed to pilot program funded by TEA grant to support innovative teaching practices and improve educational outcomes.

Student Teacher

Era Middle School
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Created lessons driven by TEKS for 6th grade Social Studies, ELA-Reading
  • Created lessons driven by TEKS for 7th ELA- Reading
  • Implemented positive behavior classroom management strategies, enhancing classroom environment and student engagement
  • Participated in professional development programs focused on student health and safety, contributing to a safer learning environment
  • Attended 6th grade Parent Teacher Conferences, offering tailored suggestions to support individual student educational growth
  • Received TEA grant for pilot program implementation.

Lead Teacher

Young Achiever
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Implemented curriculum for 1-5th graders, fostering student engagement and academic growth
  • Organized classroom management, creating a safe and productive environment for activity centers
  • Monitored homework completion, reinforcing accountability and promoting student responsibility
  • Provided math tutoring and practiced spelling vocabulary
  • Led mediation discussion between kids to defuse arguments
  • Prepared and served snacks to 26 students
  • Operated school bus for two designated routes, ensuring student safety and punctuality

Home Health Care

Companion Caregiver
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Assist client in daily routine, transportation and organization activities to maintain the desired independent lifestyle

Office Admin

Southwestern Carpets/Blinds By Design
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Process and schedule builder orders for window treatments
  • Provide Customer relations for all repair or new customer orders
  • Generate window treatment quotes for Builder accounts
  • Monitor the margin on all sales to ensure profitability of at least 20% on all base products
  • Train office new hires, develop and implement efficiency improvements for admin duties

Office Admin/Book Keeping

LifeSafer Interlock LMG
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Scheduled and maintained 8000 client files across Texas, updating monitoring authorities as required.
  • Responsible for daily manual journal entry and coordinated with technology team to create automation process
  • Processed and investigated client claims and reimbursement requests, ensuring timely resolutions.
  • Audited contractor locations for uncollected balances, resolving billing discrepancies effectively.
  • Communicating with the State Director and account managers regarding billing issues and delinquency.
  • Provided phone support to agencies for the company portal and educated them on interpreting reports.
  • Provide training of new team members on the fundamentals of reporting and provide continued guidance on Dallas county requirements.

HR Clerk

Fred Loya & Rodney D. Young Insurance
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Supported Regional Managers in recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes to enhance workforce readiness.
  • Facilitated the onboarding process for new employees at different levels.
  • Reviewed weekly payroll reports, documented issues and distributed them to management for more than 200 employees of Fred Loya and Rodney D Young offices.
  • Responded to inquiries about benefits during open enrollment and new hire process to facilitate employee understanding.
  • Monitored and processed supply order requests for 55 offices ensuring minimal waste and redistribution of excess.
  • Developed standardized templates for disciplinary action guidance to ensure consistency and clarity.

Customer Service Supervisor & Auditor

Burlington
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Led team of 20 cashiers, overseeing scheduling, new hire training, and performance counseling to enhance team effectiveness.
  • Enhanced customer engagement by coordinating team interactions, fostering positive ambassadorship.
  • Addressed customer concerns, authorized returns, and provided first line problem resolution to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Accounting / cash office, set morning tills, count down registers at close and set deposits, verified and corrected any discrepancies, count $10,000 safe and request change orders for weekend rush.

Help Desk Representative

Boy Scouts of America
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Delivered phone and email support to Troop leaders, community agencies, and volunteers, enhancing communication and issue resolution.
  • Troubleshot issues for council employees regarding fiscal matters, criminal background checks, re-chartering processes, advancement tracking, and email functionality, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Accounting certification, eligible to hold a position at any BSA council managing the books and membership.

Family Readiness Group Leader

United States Army Volunteers
01.2006 - 01.2010
  • Maintained contact with over 200 families and their soldiers through emails, phone calls, and visits. Hosted monthly meetings to discuss improvements and future events.
  • Coordinated seasonal events for over 300 participants, enhancing community engagement for Battery and Battalion.
  • Promoted efficient and effective communication between the command and family members.
  • Referred family members to agencies on post to help with a variety of issues ranging from mental to financial.
  • Researched and organized fund raising events and family activities during deployment.
  • Created budget to support operational and activity expenses.

Education

Bachelors of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Texas Woman’s University
Denton, TX
05-2020

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Lesson plan development
  • ESL curriculum planning
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Gifted and talented identification
  • Curriculum development
  • Collaboration
  • Training & Development

Additional Information

Alpha Sigma Lamda Member, Presidential Volunteer Award Recipient, Molly Pitcher Award Recipient, Mental Health First Aide Certified, CPR Certified

References

  • Julie Twiner, Education Related, twinerju@eraisd.net, 940-736-4057
  • Terresa Gourley, Education Related, tgourley@vvisd.net, 214-274-7750
  • Aileen Cota, HR Clerk Related, arenzetti@ypo.org, 214-477-9084

Timeline

Dual Language Teacher 5th

Valley View JH
08.2025 - Current

Teacher, 6th & 7th grade

Staley Middle School- Frisco ISD
08.2020 - 05.2025

Student Teacher

Valley View Elementary
01.2020 - 05.2020

Student Teacher

Era Middle School
01.2019 - 12.2019

Lead Teacher

Young Achiever
01.2019 - 05.2019

Home Health Care

Companion Caregiver
01.2018 - 01.2019

Office Admin

Southwestern Carpets/Blinds By Design
01.2016 - 01.2018

Office Admin/Book Keeping

LifeSafer Interlock LMG
01.2015 - 01.2016

HR Clerk

Fred Loya & Rodney D. Young Insurance
01.2014 - 01.2015

Customer Service Supervisor & Auditor

Burlington
01.2011 - 01.2014

Help Desk Representative

Boy Scouts of America
01.2010 - 01.2011

Family Readiness Group Leader

United States Army Volunteers
01.2006 - 01.2010

Bachelors of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Texas Woman’s University
Danielle Sanchez