Sasha A. Michael
Vallejo,CA
Summary
Dedicated educator with a passion for fostering learning and growth, eager to reintegrate into the local community. Extensive experience in developing engaging curricula and implementing innovative teaching strategies that cater to diverse learning styles. Committed to empowering students and creating a supportive environment that encourages academic success and personal development. Prepared to leverage skills and insights gained from years of teaching to make a meaningful impact in the community.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Consultant
Mangahigh
London, England (online)
07.2020 - 04.2023
- Aligned UK math materials to US CCSS
- Created US CCSS assessments
- Reviewed, aligned, and edited materials for PreK-12th grade
Math ToSA
San Mateo-Foster City School District
Foster City, CA
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Created and aligned Common Core Math pacing guides for teachers.
- Implemented Distance Learning mathematics instruction with teachers, as well as individually taught 4th/5th combo.
- Advocated for robust mathematics support for SDC, Newcomer, ELL, and all students during DL.
Teacher, Third and Fourth Grade
Los Medanos Elementary
Pittsburg, CA
08.2007 - 06.2019
- Roles: Leadership Team, Curriculum Team, Mentor Teacher, Intervention Tutoring Teacher, Expanded Learning Teacher, Math/Science Night Chair, Culture and Events Committee, Pacing Guide Committee, Report Card Committee, Assessment Committee, ELD Teacher/Facilitator, ELD Pilot, ELA Pilot, CCSS Frontloading Facilitator, Gardener Coordinator, Benchmark Blueprints Committee, Writing Prompts and Rubrics Committee, TOTY 2013, Teacher/VP Interview Panels
- Professional Development: IMPACT Math, UC Davis Math Project, Universal Access, UbD, Collaborative Conversations, Number Talks, CCSS ELD, CCSS Math, CCSS Writing, CCSS ELA, CAASPP Workshops, Digital Library and Interim Assessments, CPI, ELD Strategies (Integrated and Designated), GATE
Instructor
Fortune School of Education
Concord, CA
07.2016 - 07.2016
- Planning Instruction for All Learners
Substitute Teacher
Benicia Unified School District
Benicia, CA
11.2025 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Adapted instructional materials for various learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborated with full-time teachers to ensure continuity in education delivery.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
University of California, Davis
03.2010
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - undefined
University of California, Davis
06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies
University of California, Berkeley
05.2005
Training
- Presentations: CAASPP Test Preparation (for Los Medanos Elementary) April 2018, SBAC/CAASPP/Digital Library Information Session (for district personnel and administrators) December 2015
- English Learners: S.D.A.I.E. Training, ADEPT Training, ELPAC Trainings, EL Achieve Pilot
- Trainings: DIBELS, Imagine Learning, iReady, Success Maker, Reflex Math, Growth Mindset, Intel-Assess, Illuminate, Board Math, Board Language, La Cucina Matematica, SVMI, ST Math, Zearn
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Benicia Unified School District
11.2025 - Current
Math Consultant
Mangahigh
07.2020 - 04.2023
Math ToSA
San Mateo-Foster City School District
07.2019 - 06.2021
Instructor
Fortune School of Education
07.2016 - 07.2016
Teacher, Third and Fourth Grade
Los Medanos Elementary
08.2007 - 06.2019
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - undefined
University of California, Davis
Master of Arts - Education
University of California, Davis
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies
University of California, Berkeley