Sandra Anderson
Westmoreland,KS
Summary
Energetic and enthusiastic educator seeking the opportunity to serve and support students, staff, parents and the community through actively engaging all stakeholders in the learning process to ensure the success and well being of all students and staff. Accomplished educator in aligning instructional practices with the vision and mission of a district through intentional, systematic design. Reputable integrity.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Specialist/ MTSS
Westmoreland Elementary
01.2020 - Current
- Administered, analyzed and interpreted FastBridge Universal Screeners to identify intervention needs and develop goals based on the MTSS model
- Supported students to reach grade level benchmarks by providing evidence-based intervention support
- Guided and equipped staff to provide evidence-based instruction practices that align with the Science of Reading and adhere to the components of Structured Literacy
- Evaluated Needs Assessment data to identify areas of strength and weakness in efforts to develop our building and district's strategic plan through work with LFI
- Developed and implemented MTSS protocol as a member of the district TASN (Technical Assistance System Network) team
- Defended the district's strategic plan through the KESA Accreditation process
- Facilitated Student Improvement Team meetings to identify problems, identify interventions and analyze the effectiveness of those interventions
- Generated SIT forms and documentation to create a systematic approach for data-based decisions when identifying student needs and interventions
- Analyzed data to determine effectiveness of instruction and resources to identify the needs for class-wide interventions or curriculum considerations
- Researched and evaluated effective, evidence-based practices to drive decision making on the English Language Arts adoption committee
- Utilized multiple interventions to student behavior while serving as substitute principal including practices from: Love & Logic, Conscious Discipline, PBIS, CHAMPS, and Raising Lions
- Designed and facilitated professional development based on the needs of staff and adult learning theory
- Experience with multiple technology platforms including Google, Prezi, Canva, Powerschool, Seesaw, FastBridge, AI, Clever, PDP, Greenbush, OneDrive, Screentastic, Board Docs, TalentEd, Skyward.
Graduate Teacher Assistant
Fort Hays State University
01.2023 - Current
- Evaluate, develop and align higher education courses with program learning objectives through providing assistance to Department Coordinator to: Evaluating and updating course content with current research
- Systematically analyze course content to ensure all program standards are met
- Developing and managing Google Classrooms for graduate coursework
- Development of a student component tracker graduate students can utilize to monitor progress towards program learning outcomes and completion
- Use of the Google platform.
Classroom Teacher
St. George Elementary
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Create and implement Common Core standards-based lessons in the areas of reading, math, science, and social studies
- Implements research-based instructional strategies in all content areas
- Fosters individual relationships with students to enhance and guide student learning
- Administers, collects, and analyzes student data and assessments to provide the most adequate and rigorous instruction
- Cultivate intervention groups and intervention activities based on assessment data for first and second-grade reading students based on the MTSS model
- Initiate and facilitate Kagan cooperative learning structures
- Identified children's individual and collective learning needs and planned, prepared and delivered instruction designed to capture students' interest and maximize individual learning
- Develops relationships with parents through providing an open line of communication
- Supported students with Individual Education Plans by appropriately scaffolding lessons while maintaining high expectations
- Prepares preservice educators to be knowledgeable, ethical, caring decision-makers in a diverse and changing world
- Model for and support paraeducators to develop as professionals through their interactions and support with students
- Orchestrate a school-wide event to provide free health resources and education to students and their families
- Initiated the Girls on the Run program through organizing the recruitment of coaches and girls, as well as the resources to implement the Girls on the Run curriculum.
Administrator- Daycare Provider
Koda Bear Daycare
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Managed children of various ages and assessed child behavior, needs, and health to determine appropriate teaching style and action for every individual using Creative Curriculum and ASQ assessments
- Orchestrate activities to enhance language development, social skills, cognitive development, and understanding of scientific and mathematical concepts through children's play
- Implement both structured and unstructured approach to teach young children, which included small group sessions, one-on-one instruction, and creative activities
- Communicated consistent updates to parents on child progress and needs
- Facilitated parent activities, meaningful field trips, and parent-teacher conferences throughout the year
- Utilized technology to develop a greater experience for children, parents, facilitators, and collaborative peers
- Ensure proper nutrition of all children in care as well as following state licensing regulations
- Developed and adhered to operating budget
- Adhered to all state and local licensing requirements
- Developed monthly menus to adhere to state CACFP nutrition guidelines
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
Fort Hays State University
05.2024
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Fort Hays State University
12.2018
Child Development Associate Credential -
Council for Professional Recognition
09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Kansas State University
12.2009
Skills
- SIT Facilitator
- MTSS Coordinator
- Building Leadership Team
- PLC Lead
- TASN/ LFI
- KESA Accreditation Team
- District Calendar Committee
- Negotiations Representative
- Building Schedule Developer
- Title 1 Program
- Literacy Leader Cadres
- ELA tier 1 curriculum adoption team
- ELA tier 2 & 3 adoption team
- Course Developer-FHSU
- Internship Placement Intern- FHSU
Community Service
- Design and host a weekly bible study for community children
- Design and host a yearly VBS
- Collaborate with community businesses to provide opportunities for students to learn about services offered
- Volunteer coach for various sports including softball, basketball, flag football
- Lead fundraising efforts in conjunction with PTO
Timeline
Graduate Teacher Assistant
Fort Hays State University
01.2023 - Current
Reading Specialist/ MTSS
Westmoreland Elementary
01.2020 - Current
Classroom Teacher
St. George Elementary
01.2014 - 01.2020
Administrator- Daycare Provider
Koda Bear Daycare
01.2011 - 01.2014
Master of Science - Education Administration
Fort Hays State University
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Fort Hays State University
Child Development Associate Credential -
Council for Professional Recognition
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Kansas State University
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