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Sondra (Sandi) Shover
Sanford,NC
Summary
Experienced in curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets necessary standards and engages students. Utilize a range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting a well-rounded understanding of subjects. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain a productive and respectful learning environment.
Overview
31
years of professional experience
6
Certifications
Work History
West Lee Middle School
Teacher
07.2002 - Current
Job overview
- Taught 7th and 8th grade English Language Arts, including inclusion, SIOP, advanced, and HS English I classes (22 years)
- Taught 7th & 8th grade social studies (3 years)
- Served as ELA Department Chair, Grade Level Chair, and on School Leadership Team
- Facilitated Professional Learning Communities as well as English-related staff development
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate both remote and in-person learning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Served on district ELA Curriculum Development and Superintendent's Advisory committee
- Sponsored yearbook (7 years) and coached cheerleading (6 years)
Cary Quilting Company
Sewing Instructor
10.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Taught skill-based classes in sewing technique to create finished projects such as quilts, bags, and garments
- Created sample projects for classes and store display
- Marketed classes and created new sewing curriculum
NC Technical Outreach for Public Schools, NC State University
Item Writer & Reviewer
01.2011 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Contracted position
- Trained in the item writing and review process for Schoolnet (formerly Classscape) and EOG testing
- Wrote and reviewed items for Classscape/Schoolnet at the 6-8 grade level
Horton Middle School
Teacher
09.1997 - 06.2002
Job overview
- Taught 6th grade English Language Arts
- Served on School Leadership Team and as a mentor
- Served as grade level chair
Kaplan, Inc.
Test Prep Instructor
03.1996 - 06.2000
Job overview
- Taught test preparation classes for the PSAT, SAT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, and MCAT(reading only) exams
Central Dauphin School District
Substitute Teacher
11.1995 - 09.1997
Job overview
- Substitute taught daily in a variety of subjects at the junior high and high school level (note: this position required certified teachers), performed required duties and taught lessons
- Long-term subbed for 8th grade English at Swatara Junior High School (6 months)
Mount Vernon High School
Drama Teacher & Theater Director
09.1994 - 06.1995
Job overview
- Taught high school drama levels I-IV and film studies
- Directed annual fall drama and spring musical
- Coached theater sports improv team
Education
Hofstra UniversityHempstead, NY
Bachelor of Arts from English (American Literature), Secondary Education 6-12, Theater (minor)
01.1993
American College of EducationIndianapolis, IN
Master of Education from Educational Technology
01.2011
Skills
- Innovative lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Technology integration
- Data-driven instruction
- Public speaking
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Computer Education Endorsement
- Instructional Technology Specialist - Computers
- Academically or Intellectually Gifted
- English 9-12
- Language Arts 6-9
- Theater Arts Endorsement
Volunteer Roles
- Webmaster, Heart and Hands Quilt Guild, 2024-present
- Volunteer Ambassador, Original Sewing Expo - Raleigh, 2022
Professional Honors Leadership
North Carolina Association of Educators, Instructional Leadership Institute, 2015, inaugural cohort, Vice-President (Lee County Association of Educators), 2016-2019, President (Lee County Association of Educators), 2019-2024
Accomplishments
- Technology Integration - Early adopter of best practices in applying technology to the secondary classroom, trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- Leadership - Over 25 years of experience as a teacher leader with service on school and district leadership committees, English language arts department chair, and grade level chair
- Curriculum Knowledge - Extensive training in Common Core Reading Curriculum, Universal Design practices, assessment development, and using data analysis to drive instruction
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Software
Google Certified Educator
Quizzizz AI certified
NewsELA certified
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