Sandra Salazar
El Paso,TX
Summary
Accomplished Educator with extensive experience in curriculum development and professional development delivery, notably with El Paso Independent School District. Excelled in creating engaging lesson plans aligned with State standards and mentoring teachers, showcasing strong analytical skills and a commitment to differentiated instruction. Proven ability to enhance student and teacher performance through innovative strategies and data-driven decisions.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
El Paso Independent School District
08.2006 - Current
- Classroom Teacher in grades 2nd, 3rd, and 5th.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Built relationships and communicated with all stakeholders to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- District Curriculum Writer for 7 years.
- Developed curriculum aligned with State standards in Elementary Science, Social Studies, and Middle School Reading Language Arts.
- Developed and presented district-wide professional development for teachers to implement new curriculum.
- Campus Instructional Coach at both Elementary and Middle School levels for 4 years.
- Mentored teachers in developing lesson plans and implementing curriculum.
- Provided weekly staff development for teachers in innovative teaching strategies.
- Guided teachers through data analysis of student results to drive instruction.
- Met with teachers to unpack the State standards to better understand learning goals.
- Member of STAAR Committee to Review Test Items for 6 years.
- Met with representatives of the Texas Education Agency and Pearson to review test questions to ensure alignment of State Standards.
- Collaborated with other teachers in Texas and representatives of TEA to establish performance standards in Reading, 5th grade.
Probation Officer
West Texas Community Supervision & Corrections Dep
08.2003 - 11.2003
- Collaborated with senior leadership and Court personnel during decision-making processes and created thorough offender reports for corrective action planning.
- Monitored defendants' compliance and progress in treatment by reviewing reports from counseling agencies.
- Verified social and legal history information of individual probationers.
- Initiated crisis intervention by following official crisis communication plans and training.
- Supervised offenders to reduce risk to community.
- Conducted investigations into violations and other allegations.
Administrative Assistant to the Director
West Texas Community Supervision & Corrections Dep
06.1995 - 08.2003
- Monitored supervisor's work calendar and scheduled appointments, meetings, and travel.
- Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions, and distributing meeting notes.
- Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
- Supported business and hospitality needs of corporate partners and staff during meetings and department events.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
Education
Principal Certificatioin - Education Leadership
University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX03-2023
Master of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Santa Teresa, NM03-2005
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Santa Teresa, NM01-2002
Skills
Create and deliver Professional Development
Maintain ongoing professional training for teachers
Understand the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)
Analyze and interpret specific skills necessary for mastery of TEKS
Create lesson plans using resources and student-led strategies
Develop curriculum aligned with State standards
Create formative and summative assessments to gauge student understanding
Analyze and interpret student data to drive instruction
Respond to student needs through differentiated instruction
Certification
- Certified Principal in State of Texas
- Certified Teacher, EC-8
- ESL Certified
Timeline
Educator
El Paso Independent School District
08.2006 - Current
Probation Officer
West Texas Community Supervision & Corrections Dep
08.2003 - 11.2003
Administrative Assistant to the Director
West Texas Community Supervision & Corrections Dep
06.1995 - 08.2003
Principal Certificatioin - Education Leadership
University of Texas At El Paso
Master of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
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