Sandra Lada
Taylor,MI
Summary
Experienced with classroom management and curriculum development. Utilizes interactive teaching methods to engage students and enhance learning. Knowledge of effective communication strategies and team collaboration.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Artist / Student Artist
Taylor, MI
01.2022 - Current
- Created custom artwork including drawings, paintings, and digital illustrations.
- Participated in campus art shows and community exhibitions.
- Maintained a digital portfolio to showcase work.
Volunteer
Taylor Junior Football Club
Taylor, MI
09.2019 - Current
- Assisted in organizing football events and activities for athletes and parents.
- Facilitated communication between parents, players, and coaching staff to ensure smooth operations.
- Participated in fundraising initiatives to support club activities and development programs.
- Supported coaches during training sessions to enhance player skills and teamwork.
Office Manager
P.A.R. Industries, Inc
Redford, MI
04.1999 - Current
- Managed vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery of supplies and services.
- Evaluated office processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Assisted customers with their choices for interior design regarding renovations and new construction.
Student Teacher – Visual Arts
Brownstown Middle School
Brownstown, MI
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Facilitated lessons for a 3-Dimensional art class, grade 7.
- Managed classroom/studio habits while supporting differentiated instruction for diverse learners.
- Created lessons, assessments, rubrics, and graded assignments.
- Assisted students in uploading images of their work to a digital portfolio.
- Created and facilitated an assignment for students to be able to display their artwork in the Swords into Plowshare Art Gallery in Detroit.
Student Teacher – Visual Arts
Detroit School of Arts
Detroit, MI
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Designed and taught art lessons for grades [9-12], incorporating drawing, painting, and color theory.
- Assisted with classroom management and supported differentiated instruction for diverse learners.
- Worked alongside an ASL interpreter to adapt lessons and provide meaningful learning access for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
- Created assessments, rubrics, and student portfolios to track learning progress.
- Collaborated with mentoring teacher on curriculum planning and student exhibition at The Red Hook Coffee shop.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education (K–12 Certification, Pending)
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05-2026
Associate of Arts - Pre-Secondary Education
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI01-2022
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive reinforcement
- Problem-solving
- Diversity and inclusion
- Critical thinking
- Classroom technology implementation
Timeline
Student Teacher – Visual Arts
Brownstown Middle School
01.2026 - 04.2026
Student Teacher – Visual Arts
Detroit School of Arts
08.2025 - 12.2025
Freelance Artist / Student Artist
01.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Taylor Junior Football Club
09.2019 - Current
Office Manager
P.A.R. Industries, Inc
04.1999 - Current
Associate of Arts - Pre-Secondary Education
Henry Ford College
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education (K–12 Certification, Pending)
Wayne State University