Sara Standen
Davison,Michigan
Summary
Social Studies Educator with a strong focus on curriculum development and differentiated instruction. Utilized data-driven strategies to enhance student performance while fostering an inclusive classroom environment. Mentored new teachers and collaborated on cross-curricular projects, driving academic and social success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Teacher
Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools
Davison, USA
09.2002 - Current
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify and address student weaknesses, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that increased student participation and understanding.
- Designed curriculum-aligned assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create cross-curricular projects that fostered deeper connections in student learning.
- Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
Item Writer/Review Analyst
Data Recognition Corporation/MDE
Lansing, Michigan
06.2025 - 03.2026
- Developed item questions for MSTEP assessment, ensuring alignment with Michigan K12 Standards in Social Studies to enhance assessment quality.
- Reviewed test materials for accuracy and consistency, contributing to reliable evaluation criteria.
Education
Master's Degree - Education
Marygrove College
05-2005
Bachelor of Arts Degree - English and Social Studies
University of Michigan-Flint
05-2005
Skills
- Instructional design
- Curriculum development
- Assessment strategies
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Online teaching
- Individualized instruction
- Parent communication
- Relationship building
- Cultural competency
- Organization
- Emotional awareness
Affiliations
- Carman-Ainsworth Education Association
- Michigan Education Association
- National Education Association
- Michigan Council for the Social Studies
- National Council for the Social Studies
- Delta Kappa Gamma, Mu Chapter
Certification
- State of Michigan Professional Teaching Certificate, English and Social Studies Certification
Continuing Education/Professional Development
- Federal Judicial Center
- Founding Forward
- George Washington Teacher Institute
- Gilder-Lehrman Institute of American History
- Institute for Common Power
- Monticello Teacher Institute
- National Constitution Center
- National Council for History Education
- National Endowment for the Humanities
- USS MIdway Museum
Timeline
Item Writer/Review Analyst
Data Recognition Corporation/MDE
06.2025 - 03.2026
High School Teacher
Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools
09.2002 - Current
Master's Degree - Education
Marygrove College
Bachelor of Arts Degree - English and Social Studies
University of Michigan-Flint