Rebecca Santana
Albany,OR
Summary
Educational professional, prepared to lead and inspire elementary school communities. Proven ability to cultivate positive educational environment and drive impactful programs. Reliably supports team efforts and adapts to evolving educational needs while demonstrating organizational and motivational skills.
Experienced with overseeing academic programs and school operations. Utilizes strategic planning to enhance educational outcomes and staff development. Track record of fostering collaborative and inclusive school culture.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Coach
Greater Albany 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.
- Assisted new teachers to acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Facilitated collaborative planning sessions for grade-level teams to establish learning goals and align curriculum across subjects.
General Education Teacher
Greater Albany Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal understanding of material.
- Implemented effective differentiation strategies within lessons, meeting the needs of all learners while challenging them appropriately.
General Education Teacher
Salem Keizer School District
08.2016 - 06.2021
- Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Provided clear, informative and engaging classroom instruction.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in educational trends and research, ensuring delivery of high-quality instruction for all students.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal understanding of material.
- Increased parent involvement in the educational process by maintaining open lines of communication and offering resources for home support.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Policy
Portland State University
Portland, OR06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Corban University
Salem05-2016
Skills
- Excellent communication abilities
- Instructional planning skills
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Outstanding interpersonal abilities
- Staff Development
- Cultural Competency
- Inclusive Environment
- Relationship building and networking
Certification
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certificate – TESOL International Association.
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Greater Albany Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
General Education Teacher
Greater Albany Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
General Education Teacher
Salem Keizer School District
08.2016 - 06.2021
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certificate – TESOL International Association.
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Policy
Portland State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Corban University
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