Sandra Session
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Creative Art Teacher possessing in-depth knowledge of various art theories and principles. Engaging and energetic professional in Minnesota Tier 1 Visual Arts and Short Call Substitute license with several years of experience successfully helping students achieve academic goals. Polished in integrating art history, art appreciation and art criticism into all lesson plans and collaborating with classroom teachers to incorporate learning through art. Adaptable and flexible to meet classroom and institutional needs. Proficient in fostering imaginative environment and making learning fun for all participants.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Arts Teacher, K-8
Woodbury Leadership Academy
08.2023 - Current
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
- Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
- Organized and led field trips to local art galleries and museums to enrich curriculum and student experience.
- Enhanced classroom instruction with multimedia presentations.
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Woodbury Leadership Academy
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Administered standardized assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records.
- Studied changing regional curriculums to maintain knowledge of lesson plans for short- and long-term substitute positions.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Kindergarten
Woodbury Leadership Academy
10.2021 - 05.2023
- January, 2022- May, 2022
- February, 2023- May, 2023
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Middle School Building Substitute
Harvest Best Academy
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
Building Substitute Teacher
Upper Mississippi Academy
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
- Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide creative and fun learning environment.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
Substitute Teacher
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Substitue Teacher
Prince George County Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2003
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Military Police Officer
United States Army
08.1983 - 01.1991
Education
Bachelor of Science - Art And Design
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA06.1999
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Lesson Implementation
- Lesson Planning
- Creative problem solving
- Verbal and written communication
- Adaptable
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom management
Additional Information
MNTier 1 and Short Call License 1008156
Timeline
Visual Arts Teacher, K-8
Woodbury Leadership Academy
08.2023 - Current
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Woodbury Leadership Academy
10.2021 - 06.2023
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Kindergarten
Woodbury Leadership Academy
10.2021 - 05.2023
Middle School Building Substitute
Harvest Best Academy
07.2021 - 10.2021
Building Substitute Teacher
Upper Mississippi Academy
02.2021 - 06.2021
Substitute Teacher
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.2016 - 06.2020
Substitue Teacher
Prince George County Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2003
Military Police Officer
United States Army
08.1983 - 01.1991
Bachelor of Science - Art And Design
San Diego State University
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