Sandra Michele Anthony Grimes
Baker,LA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at the City of Baker School Board, adept at utilizing alternative learning methods and clear public speaking skills to enhance student engagement. Successfully designed tailored learning plans and fostered a love of reading, significantly improving student achievement through innovative instructional strategies.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher
City Of Baker School Board
08.2004 - Current
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Assistant Test Coordinator
- Provided instruction for After School Tutoring
- Facilitator for Summer Enrichment Programs
Title 1 Teacher
Ascension Parish School Board
08.2001 - 08.2004
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Presenting lessons in a comprehensive manner and use visual/audio means to facilitate learning.
- Providing individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning.
- Creating and distributing educational content.
Elective Teacher/ COE Coordinator
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.1998 - 08.2001
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Teacher
LA School for the Deaf/Visually Impaired
01.1995 - 08.1998
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using American Sign Language.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators concerning students' behavioral and academic issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Southern University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA 01.1989 - 12.1994
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 04.2016 - 08.2017
Skills
- Clear public speaking skills
- Student assessment
- Alternative learning methods
Certification
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Teacher of the Year 2015- 2016 and 2024-2025
Teacher of the Year for Baker Middle School 2015-2016 School Year
Teacher of the Year for Park Ridge Academic Magnet 2024-2025 School Year
Timeline
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
04.2016 - 08.2017
Teacher
City Of Baker School Board
08.2004 - Current
Title 1 Teacher
Ascension Parish School Board
08.2001 - 08.2004
Elective Teacher/ COE Coordinator
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.1998 - 08.2001
Teacher
LA School for the Deaf/Visually Impaired
01.1995 - 08.1998
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education
Southern University And A&M College
01.1989 - 12.1994
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