Kendra J. Standberry
Nashville,TN
Summary
Compassionate, results-oriented educator with over 12 years of varied instructional experience. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Focused on building connections to strengthen engagement and help individuals reach full their potential. Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, subject material immersion, and promoting continuous skill-building. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher | 4th Grade, ELA and Social Studies
Edmondson Elementary School
Brentwood, TN
08.2023 - Current
- Achieved second-highest TCAP pass rate in district during first year teaching upper grades with 87% of 4th graders passing.
- Incorporated diverse cultural content to broaden students' perspectives.
- Established relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress, learning goals, and social well-being.
- Facilitated learning by adapting instructional methods for a diverse group of learners.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Teacher | 2nd Grade
Oak Hill School
Nashville, TN
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Guided academic, social, and emotional growth of 7- and 8-year-olds across various learning levels in both physical and virtual settings.
- Managed classroom behavior and routines while using a wide variety of engagement and assessment techniques to meet individual learning profiles.
- Developed and revised the English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum to meet and exceed 2nd-grade benchmarks.
- Trained in the Singapore Mathematics Model School curriculum to facilitate enhanced student engagement.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues, administration, and students, and utilized formal and informal assessments to inform teaching strategies.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Managed the administration of the Educational Records Bureau (ERB) testing.
- Supervised and led practices as a coach for cross country (3rd and 4th grade) and track (4th through 6th grade) while maintaining a safe environment for student-athletes.
Teacher | 1st Grade, All Subjects
Edmondson Elementary School
Brentwood, TN
08.2012 - 05.2020
- Instructed students in math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Collaborated regularly with ESL/ELL teachers, occupational therapists, teacher assistants, school counselors, psychologists, parents, and principals for comprehensive student services.
- Designed lesson plans and selected materials to foster engaging learning experiences.
- Delivered class-wide, small group, and individualized instruction to students in Tiers 1-3, including 30 minutes of uninterrupted response to intervention (RTI) time.
- Actively participated in student support, team planning, faculty meetings, and peer learning communities.
- Oversaw the coordination of assembly events and initiatives led by the Teacher Spirit Team.
- Oversaw Homework Club for grades K-5 at YMCA/SACC from 2014 to 2019 and the Dance Club in 2019.
Education
Master of Science - Education
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Knoxville, TN08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Elementary Education
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Knoxville, TN05.2011
Skills
- Interactive Presentation Technology
- Windows Operating System
- iOS Systems
- ChromeOS Proficiency
- SMART Notebook Proficiency
- enVision Math Curriculum
- Test proctoring
- Assessment strategies
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Cultural sensitivity
Certification
Professional Educator License, Tennessee, Elementary K-6, License Number: 000583204, Expiration Date: 08/31/2034
- Federal Reported, Highly Qualified Status Reading & Language/Arts (Grades K-6, 7-8), All Subject Areas (excluding Art & Music) (Grades K-6)
Additional Experience
Private Reading & Math Tutor | Davidson, Williamson, & Knox Counties
Edmondson Elementary | Brentwood, TN
Summer School Teacher, 3rd-Grade ELA (June 2023-July 2023)
Interim Teacher (January 2023-April 2023)
Lipscomb Elementary | Brentwood, TN
Interim Teacher (October 2022-January2023)
Kingston Elementary School | Kingston, TN
Intern, 5th-grade Math (October - December 2011)
Intern, 3rd-grade All Subject Areas (January - May 2012)
Lenoir City Elementary | Lenoir City, TN
Intern, 1st-grade Reading and Math (August 2011-October 2011)
Vine Middle School | Knoxville, TN
School Planning & Management Team (2009)
Dogwood Elementary | Knoxville, TN
Tutor (2008)
Accomplishments
- AIM Institute for Learning and Research - Pathways to Proficient Reading Course, Middle Tennessee State University Center for Dyslexia (2019)
- Center for Responsive Schools - The Responsive Classroom Course for Elementary Educators (2016)
- School Reading & Math Specialist Trainings - Seesaw Platform, Lucy Calkins Units of Study (reading and writing); Jan Richardson's Guided Reading; Kim Sutton Number Talks; Primary Comprehension Toolkit; Word Study (Kathy Ganske); DRA; DSA; Tapping with Tiles; GO MATH; Wonders Reading Program; enVisions Math; Wit & Wisdom, Wilson Phonics
- District Trainings - Over 300 hours of professional development in varying areas, including (but not limited to) Creating and Sustaining Culturally Responsive Classrooms for ALL Learners, Growth Mindset, and No More Independent Reading Without Support
- Action research on the topic: Increasing Student Achievement Through a Look at Their Own Assessment and Attitude
- STAR, TCAP, AIMS Web, and MAP Administration Training
Affiliations
Vanderbilt University College of Arts & Sciences Center for Latin American, Carribbean, and Latinx Studies, 2023-Present
- Teacher Advisory Board
- Frist Art Museum Curriculum Development Coordinator
Junior League of Nashville, 2020-Present
- Vice President-Elect of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (2024-current)
- Done in a Day Chair (2023-2024)
- Done in a Day Chair-Elect (2022-2023)
Strong Tower Bible Church, 2019-Present
- Children’s Bible Teacher, 1st-5th Grade
Brentwood Library Volunteer, 2015
- Children’s Department Programming Assistant
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher | 4th Grade, ELA and Social Studies
Edmondson Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Teacher | 2nd Grade
Oak Hill School
08.2020 - 05.2022
Teacher | 1st Grade, All Subjects
Edmondson Elementary School
08.2012 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Education
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Elementary Education
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
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