Sandra Linger Santos
South Lebanon,OH
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Ohio Virtual Academy, specializing in classroom instruction and digital literacy to boost student engagement and academic achievement. Recognized for exceptional communication skills and technical proficiency, consistently addressing diverse community needs. Achieved a remarkable 4.96/5.00 service rating at UBER, demonstrating commitment to excellence in service delivery. Passionate about leveraging technology to enhance learning experiences.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Ohio Virtual Academy
Maumee, OH
08.2020 - Current
- Organized activities that promoted physical, mental and social development.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
- Improved students' reading independence using methodical sensory lessons on phonemic awareness and strategies for decoding by sounding out words.
- Attended educational conferences and teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Independent Contractor
UBER
Cincinnati, OH
02.2016 - 02.2025
- Achieved a consistent 4.96/5.00 rating across 5,000+ rides through excellent service.
- Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
- Maintained relationships with existing customers while seeking new ones.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Teacher
HEALTH-PRO AGENCY – MT. AUBURN PREPARATORY ACADEMY
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Utilized data from standardized tests to design targeted interventions for individual students as needed.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans in line with state curriculum standards.
Teacher
NINTH DISTRICT SCHOOL - COVINGTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Covington, KY
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted students with building long-term skills such for academic, social, and emotional development.
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Conducted parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and academic needs.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Facilitated cooperative learning activities within the classroom setting that promoted collaboration between peers on writing assignments or other language arts projects.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and assessment scores according to district requirements.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
Teacher
ST. JOSEPH ORPHANAGE - VILLA CAMPUS
Cincinnati, OH
12.2017 - 06.2018
- Implemented focused lessons for literacy readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension and writing abilities.
- Established and reinforced rules for behavior policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Advised parents on how best to support their child's academic success at home.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and concerns.
- Supervised recess periods to ensure safety among all participants.
- Created an environment that was conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for special needs students in accordance with district policies.
- Created and maintained safe learning environment for students.
Teacher
ELECTRONIC CLASSROOM OF TOMORROW
Cincinnati, OH
08.2015 - 12.2017
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Teacher
STEAM ACADEMY OF CINCINNATI
Cincinnati, OH
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Used wide range of instructional strategies and technologies to meet and enhance needs of diverse student population.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Monitored student behavior throughout the day to ensure safety rules were being followed.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Assessed each child's developmental needs on continuous basis.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
Teacher
COLUMBUS ARTS & TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY
Columbus, OH
10.2013 - 06.2014
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Prepared, administered, and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Created lesson plans focusing on world history, important historical figures and events that have impacted modern society.
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and progress.
- Utilized formative and summative assessment data to inform and adjust instructional practices.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies, including lectures, discussions, and project-based learning, to accommodate diverse learning styles.
Teacher
COLUMBUS BILINGUAL ACADEMY NORTH & WEST
Columbus, OH
03.2013 - 07.2013
- Assessed student progress through observations, assessments, and other data-driven methods.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Supported at-risk students with targeted interventions designed to help them succeed academically.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
- Encouraged student participation and active learning in the classroom.
- Managed classroom environments to ensure a safe and productive learning experience.
- Integrated real-world examples to make learning relevant and engaging.
- Organized classroom activities, games and tasks to enhance interactive learning experience.
- Worked closely with colleagues to plan field trips that aligned with curriculum standards.
Teacher
IMAGINE ACADEMY OF COLUMBUS
Columbus, OH
10.2011 - 01.2013
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that maximized student engagement.
- Facilitated a positive learning environment by implementing classroom management techniques.
- Facilitated parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Partnered with parents to maintain open communication, advise on available resources and build parental abilities necessary for student support.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented interventions when necessary.
- Fostered a classroom culture that supports diversity and inclusivity.
- Created a positive classroom environment that fosters respect for diversity, encourages collaboration among peers, and promotes self-regulation skills.
Pastor
WEST OHIO CONFERENCE OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Worthington, OH
07.2004 - 08.2012
- Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public
- Improved operations and functions of church committees by clarifying objectives and empowering other committee members to take responsibility
- Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs
- Visited, counseled and prayed with church members and provided pastoral care
- Recruited, trained and oversaw lay teachers and volunteers to support program operations
- Established and updated schedule of classes and activities for program year
- Conducted special services such as baptisms, weddings and funerals
- Led outreach initiatives to reach out to unchurched, inactive or new residents in community
- Wrote articles for church newsletters and bulletins
- Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons and working with church leaders
Teacher
PLEASANT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Cincinnati, OH
07.2002 - 07.2004
- Coordinated materials and instructional plans for immersive activities exploring concepts.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos, and class discussions.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
- Developed and implemented hands-on learning activities to reinforce math and science concepts.
- Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development for the 5th grade math and science classes.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students to help them understand difficult concepts.
Teacher
CAMPBELL COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL
Campbell County, KY
07.2001 - 07.2002
- Incorporated to help students compare and contrast historic works with modern cultural and societal understandings.
- Collaborated with other teachers to coordinate curricular objectives across disciplines.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, and other relevant information for each student.
- Supported a safe learning environment where diverse opinions were respected.
- Fostered positive, student-centered learning environments by incorporating gentle discipline and classroom discussions.
- Discussed current events related to writing topics in order to stimulate critical thinking.
- Organized and facilitated group activities to help students develop their writing abilities.
- Advised students on how to revise their own writings for clarity and impact.
- Evaluated student performance through tests, exams and projects.
Administrative Coordinator
AL. NEYER, INC.
Cincinnati, Ohio
03.1997 - 07.2001
- Automated office operations, managed client correspondence, supplier record tracking and data communications
- Leveraged technological advances and optimized software usage to increase team performance and operational efficiency
- Evaluated employee job performance and motivated staff to improve productivity
- Organized job opening and closeout meetings as needed by coordinating conference rooms and sending electronic meeting requests to participants
- Coordinated special meetings and events on behalf of executive leaders
- Filed electronic and hard copy documents to maintain accessible records
- Prepared meeting minutes to provide documentation of meetings
- Collaborated with Project Managers to provide timely and efficient billing statements
- Administered wide range of functions within Design/Build office, including typing specifications, change orders, proposals, handling bidding communication, invoicing, and various correspondence
Education
M.Cert - Certification in Teaching Leadership
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05-2012
M.Ed - Reading and Mathematics
Walden University
Minneapolis, MinnesotaM.Div - Religious Studies
United Theological Seminary
Dayton, OhioB.A - Elementary Education
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KentuckySkills
- Data confidentiality
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Individual student planning and monitoring
- Project management
- Schedule management
- Strong technical proficiency
- Office administration abilities
- Superb communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Kinesthetic learning
- Classroom instruction
- Digital literacy
- Data analysis
- Serving diverse communities
Certification
- Current Ohio Teacher Certification K-8
- Current Kentucky Teacher Certification K-6
- Teacher Leadership Certification
- Provisional Elder Certification
- Volunteers in Mission Training Certification
- Missionary Certification
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Bowling
- Camping
- Crocheting
- Reading
Activities
- Member of National Education Association (NEA)
- Member of National Council for Teaching Mathematics (NCTM)
Accomplishments
- I was presented with the Sara Bailey Award at Ohio Virtual Academy for Putting Students First 2023-24.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Ohio Virtual Academy
08.2020 - Current
Teacher
HEALTH-PRO AGENCY – MT. AUBURN PREPARATORY ACADEMY
11.2019 - 02.2020
Teacher
NINTH DISTRICT SCHOOL - COVINGTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
07.2018 - 06.2019
Teacher
ST. JOSEPH ORPHANAGE - VILLA CAMPUS
12.2017 - 06.2018
Independent Contractor
UBER
02.2016 - 02.2025
Teacher
ELECTRONIC CLASSROOM OF TOMORROW
08.2015 - 12.2017
Teacher
STEAM ACADEMY OF CINCINNATI
08.2014 - 06.2015
Teacher
COLUMBUS ARTS & TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY
10.2013 - 06.2014
Teacher
COLUMBUS BILINGUAL ACADEMY NORTH & WEST
03.2013 - 07.2013
Teacher
IMAGINE ACADEMY OF COLUMBUS
10.2011 - 01.2013
Pastor
WEST OHIO CONFERENCE OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
07.2004 - 08.2012
Teacher
PLEASANT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
07.2002 - 07.2004
Teacher
CAMPBELL COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL
07.2001 - 07.2002
Administrative Coordinator
AL. NEYER, INC.
03.1997 - 07.2001
- Current Ohio Teacher Certification K-8
- Current Kentucky Teacher Certification K-6
- Teacher Leadership Certification
- Provisional Elder Certification
- Volunteers in Mission Training Certification
- Missionary Certification
M.Cert - Certification in Teaching Leadership
Walden University
M.Ed - Reading and Mathematics
Walden University
M.Div - Religious Studies
United Theological Seminary
B.A - Elementary Education
Northern Kentucky University
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