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Sandra Bicksler

Sandra Bicksler

Calabash,NC

Summary

Dedicated teacher offering twenty seven years of experience in education. Resourceful educator who inspires students to learn new concepts and expands upon existing ideas through diverse lectures, discussions and activities. Knowledgeable about wide range of teaching and classroom management strategies. Skillfully builds relationships with students and parents to support continuous education.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

8th Grade ELA Teacher

Whiteville City Schools
08.2022 - Current
  • Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
  • Developed critical thinking skills through the use of analytical writing assignments and group projects.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Increased parental involvement and communication through regular progress reports, conferences, and newsletters.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, utilizing proactive strategies to maintain a productive learning atmosphere.
  • Enhanced literacy skills by implementing targeted reading strategies and comprehension exercises.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in ELA education and curriculum trends.

7th Grade Science Teacher

Whiteville City Schools
08.2020 - 06.2022
  • Adapted teaching approaches to meet needs of individual students of differing skill levels
  • Planned and delivered science program encompassing demonstrations, lectures, discussion opportunities and student experiments
  • Taught students concepts from different scientific disciplines with primary focus on Biology
  • Collaborated with departmental colleagues and school personnel to contribute to institution-wide educational goals
  • Incorporated appropriate use of technology to enhance instruction and improve student learning
  • Modeled and facilitated higher-order thinking, problem-solving and creativity to help students prepare for later educational and career challenges
  • Adjusted curricula to work in remote learning environments, designing experimental and practical lessons with limited resources
  • Developed lesson plans to cover district- and state-required scientific concepts
  • Maintained fully compliant, current and accurate student and classroom records
  • Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study following curriculum guidelines, state mandates and district requirements
  • Organized materials and classroom spaces needed to give students rich learning environment
  • Monitored students for signs of behavioral or learning difficulties and engaged administrators, counselors and parents to provide comprehensive support
  • Employed fair and equitable grading techniques to assess the learning and contributions of each student.
  • Promoted scientific literacy among students by emphasizing real-world applications of scientific concepts.

6th Grade ELA Teacher

Columbus County Schools
08.2012 - 06.2020
  • Integrated computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations and keep student interest
  • Helped students expand their knowledge and understanding of the world with lively classroom discussions
  • Employed fair and equitable grading techniques to assess the learning and contributions of each student
  • Organized materials and classroom spaces needed to give students rich learning environment
  • Delivered fresh and interesting classroom lessons with diverse teaching techniques and the use of multimedia aids
  • Maintained fully compliant, current and accurate student and classroom records
  • Monitored students for signs of behavioral or learning difficulties and engaged administrators, counselors and parents to provide comprehensive support
  • Adapted instruction to support needs of students at different skill levels and encourage continuous development
  • Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study following curriculum guidelines, state mandates and district requirements
  • Volunteered for and tackled new assignments and tasks to ease staff member burden
  • Completed assigned tasks with little or no supervision
  • Worked well with different people to address challenges and solve problems collaboratively.

4th Grade Classroom Teacher

Brunswick County Schools
08.2007 - 06.2012
  • Delivered standard assessments to address student needs and developmental levels
  • Utilized diverse instructional strategies to promote development of critical thinking, problem-solving and performance skills
  • Demonstrated leadership, strong character and kindness to improve student learning and well-being
  • Fostered welcoming learning environments to encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning and self-motivation
  • Utilized assessment data to adjust and improve instruction
  • Implemented individual and small group instruction to meet needs of diverse student population
  • Integrated technology applications into authentic student learning experiences
  • Designed instructional material in alignment with district and state standards
  • Communicated with parents and caregivers using traditional conferences, in addition to telephone and email correspondence
  • Evaluated student progress and provided constructive feedback to students to promote progress
  • Read books to entire classes or small groups
  • Monitored and supported the social, behavioral and physical development of each student to further enhance academic success
  • Increased student literacy by reading books to groups and giving each student the opportunity to practice skills
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for class to maintain order, protect students and keep focus on learning
  • Served on PBIS committee
  • Tutored in the after school SES Program
  • Serviced four home bound students from Cedar Grove Middle School.

5th Grade Classroom Teacher

Palm Beach County Schools
08.2004 - 06.2007
  • Created classroom environment that cultivated learning, engaged interest of students and fostered top performance
  • Used rigorous course material to prepare students for requirements of middle school classes
  • Organized substitute instruction to maintain student learning during absences
  • Employed well-founded and evidence-based instructional approaches to create valuable learning experiences for students
  • Helped develop and implement IEP plans for struggling students and monitored progress against objectives
  • Delivered high-level instruction to students in subjects such as mathematics and history
  • Followed school standards, district mandates and state requirements to administer 5th-grade lessons
  • Incorporated classroom lectures, group discussions and various activities to keep students interested in materials
  • Read books to entire classes or small groups
  • Monitored and supported the social, behavioral and physical development of each student to further enhance academic success
  • Increased student literacy by reading books to groups and giving each student the opportunity to practice skills
  • Trained teachers in 'Hands on Equations'
  • Mentored new teachers
  • Accompanied safety patrols to Washington DC.

Peer Assistant and Review Consulting Teacher

Palm Beach County Schools and CTA of Florida
08.2003 - 06.2004
  • Created specialized curriculum for workshops and development seminars
  • Supervised students to proactively address conflicts or assist with challenges
  • Liaised with administrators and educators to evaluate learning outcomes and improve program delivery
  • Mentored and coached teachers who were experiencing performance difficulties
  • Researched new and emerging trends and discourse to consider curriculum updates
  • Delivered presentations and lectures with accompanying PowerPoint visuals.

4th Grade Classroom Teacher

Palm Beach County Schools
08.2002 - 06.2003
  • Demonstrated leadership, strong character and kindness to improve student learning and well-being
  • Utilized diverse instructional strategies to promote development of critical thinking, problem-solving and performance skills
  • Delivered standard assessments to address student needs and developmental levels
  • Fostered welcoming learning environments to encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning and self-motivation
  • Utilized assessment data to adjust and improve instruction
  • Designed instructional material in alignment with district and state standards
  • Implemented individual and small group instruction to meet needs of diverse student population
  • Monitored and supported the social, behavioral and physical development of each student to further enhance academic success
  • Helped students build the skills necessary to persevere with challenging tasks and excel in later grades
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians to help each child have solid support network in and out of classroom
  • Built positive and encouraging classroom environment by modeling good behaviors and using positive reinforcement techniques
  • Read books to entire classes or small groups
  • Raised the FCAT scores of 85% of my students.

8th Grade Science Teacher

Knox County Schools
08.1997 - 06.2002
  • Planned and delivered science program encompassing demonstrations, lectures, discussion opportunities and student experiments
  • Adapted teaching approaches to meet needs of individual students of differing skill levels
  • Instructed students in proper use, care and handling of chemicals, equipment and specimens
  • Taught students concepts from different scientific disciplines with primary focus on Geology
  • Developed lesson plans to cover district- and state-required scientific concepts
  • Mentored new teachers
  • Served as team leader
  • Served as Science Department Chair
  • Coached students for Science Olympiad competitions
  • Served as Liaison between Knox County Science Department and middle school science teachers
  • Conducted science staff meetings
  • Served as Schooled For Success Facilitator
  • Introduced 8th grade students to career opportunities via the internet, newspaper activities and career fairs
  • Accompanied 8th grade students to summer internships with area businesses
  • Networked and scheduled with area businesses.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education Grades 1-6

University of Tennessee Knoxville
Knoxville, TN

Certified 6-9 Language Arts

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN

Certified 6-9 Science

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN

Skills

  • Experience in Google classroom
  • Experience with Powerschool
  • Experience with various online teaching platforms (EdPuzzle, Discovery Education, Readworks, Commonlit, IReady)
  • Lesson plan development
  • Manage classroom
  • Response-to-intervention understanding
  • Assigning and Grading Work
  • Individualized Learning

Awards

  • Who's Who of America's Teachers 2002
  • Impact on Student Achievement Award of $10,000.00 2003
  • VFW Teacher of the Year 2009-2010
  • Hallsboro Middle School Teacher of the Year 2015 and 2018

Timeline

8th Grade ELA Teacher

Whiteville City Schools
08.2022 - Current

7th Grade Science Teacher

Whiteville City Schools
08.2020 - 06.2022

6th Grade ELA Teacher

Columbus County Schools
08.2012 - 06.2020

4th Grade Classroom Teacher

Brunswick County Schools
08.2007 - 06.2012

5th Grade Classroom Teacher

Palm Beach County Schools
08.2004 - 06.2007

Peer Assistant and Review Consulting Teacher

Palm Beach County Schools and CTA of Florida
08.2003 - 06.2004

4th Grade Classroom Teacher

Palm Beach County Schools
08.2002 - 06.2003

8th Grade Science Teacher

Knox County Schools
08.1997 - 06.2002

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education Grades 1-6

University of Tennessee Knoxville

Certified 6-9 Language Arts

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

Certified 6-9 Science

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

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