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Sandra  Cox

Sandra Cox

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Dynamic educator and USAF veteran with a track record of enhancing student literacy and classroom management at San Antonio Independent School District.Specialized in dyslexia intervention and completed Certified Academic Language Therapist Credentialing Program. A 98% Reading Academy completion rate to foster inclusive learning environments and improve student outcomes.


Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Dyslexia Program Specialist

San Antonio Independent School District
07.2024 - Current
  • Teaching: Providing daily instruction to students with dyslexia at assigned campuses
  • Professional development: Offering professional development to teachers and the district on topics such as dyslexia intervention programs, 504 Law, and dyslexia awareness
  • Coaching: Coaching teachers and working with administration to ensure best practices for dyslexia intervention and student accommodations
  • Compliance: Working with the campus 504/Dyslexia Coordinator to ensure compliance with Section 504
  • Providing therapy: Providing therapy to students with dyslexia


Elementary Resource Teacher

San Antonio Independent District
08.2002 - 06.2024


  • Modify lesson plans: Collaborate with classroom teachers to adapt lessons to a student's individual needs
  • Assess learning abilities: Observe students and create tests to evaluate their learning abilities
  • Communicate with parents and teachers: Regularly update parents and teachers on a student's progress
  • Create Individualized Education Programs (IEPs): Collaborate with other teachers to create IEPs for students


Life Support Technician

USAF
06.1993 - 07.1998

As an Aircrew Flight Equipment Specialist, I packed emergency items such as parachutes and survival kits, and maintained regularly used items such as flight helmets and oxygen masks. This role required a keen attention to detail since it could mean the difference between an airman's life or death.


Education

Certified Academic Language Practitioner Credentialing Program - Dyslexia

RS Institute
Austin, TX
05-2024

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies - Education

University of Texas at San Antonio
05-2002

Skills

  • Proficient in Spanish
  • Scheduling Proficiency
  • Behavior/Cognitive Skills

  • Excellent Classroom Management
  • Completed Reading Academy with 98%

Accomplishments

    Designation for SAISD's Master Teacher Initiative May 2024

Timeline

Dyslexia Program Specialist

San Antonio Independent School District
07.2024 - Current

Elementary Resource Teacher

San Antonio Independent District
08.2002 - 06.2024

Life Support Technician

USAF
06.1993 - 07.1998

Certified Academic Language Practitioner Credentialing Program - Dyslexia

RS Institute

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies - Education

University of Texas at San Antonio
Sandra Cox