Sandra Copelin
Uplift Elevate Preparatory
Fort Worth
1
Certification
22
years of professional experience
Results-driven professional with a background in teaching and coaching, skilled in people leadership, communication, and problem-solving. Experienced in leading teams, motivating individuals, and developing strategies to achieve goals. Ready to leverage transferable skills and a strong work ethic to drive success in a new industry.
Work History
Teacher and Coach
3 Years 3 Months- Taught middle and high school students Pre-Algebra and Geometry, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Led volleyball and soccer practices, improving team skills and strategies for player development.
- Organized mock trial activities, preparing students for legal competitions and enhancing their understanding of legal processes.
- Managed testing logistics to ensure smooth administration
Teacher and 504 Team Lead
9 Years- 504 Team Lead
- Honors Algebra teacher
- Trained cheerleaders to improve skills and foster teamwork.
- Cheerleading coach
- Facilitated National Junior Honor Society meetings and organized volunteer activities to enhance student engagement and foster leadership skills.
Teacher and Subject Team Lead
8 Months- Led math team in developing and executing strategies that enhanced student outcomes
- Facilitated engaging 6th grade math lessons to deepen student understanding
- Planned standards-aligned lessons to support middle school student mastery across core subject areas.
- Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs and strengthen classroom engagement.
- Managed classroom routines to maintain safe, structured, and productive learning environment.
Teacher and Family Engagement Coordinator
8 Years 10 Months- Organized family engagement initiatives to foster community connections, enhancing support for student success.
- Delivered targeted reading support to enhance student literacy skills
- Coordinated 504 plans, facilitating necessary accommodations for students with disabilities.
- Provided targeted math instruction to improve student understanding
Education
BA - History/Sociology
Skills
Subject matter expertise
Analytical skills
Conflict management
Behavioral management
Customer support
Event coordination
Data management
Educational assessment
Classroom technology
Educational technology
Customer Service
Cooperative learning
Logistics
Relationship building
Communication
Lesson development
Accomplishments
TIA(Texas Incentive Allotment) awarded to the best teachers in the state.
Certification
Texas State Teacher Certification in Generalist 4-8 with ELL Supplemental
Side Jobs
Experienced delivery driver for Lyft and Door Dash.
Timeline
Teacher and Coach
Uplift Elevate Preparatory
07.2023 - CurrentRead More
Teacher and 504 Team Lead
Uplift North Hills Preparatory
07.2014 - 07.2023Read More
Teacher and Subject Team Lead
Irving ISD: Lady Bird Johnson Middle School
10.2013 - 06.2014Read More
Teacher and Family Engagement Coordinator
Plano ISD: Wilson Middle School
08.2004 - 06.2013Read More
Sam Houston State University
BA from History/Sociology
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