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Stacee Valandra

Summary

Passionate educational leader with a proven track record at Sapa Un, excelling in creating safe learning environments and fostering relationship building. Skilled in differentiated instruction, enhancing student engagement, and driving academic success through data-driven strategies. Committed to developing staff and supporting emotional well-being, ensuring a thriving educational community.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher / Principal

Sapa Un
07.2015 - Current
  • Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
  • Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
  • Managed and allocated Title funds for the school
  • Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
  • Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.

Manage Teacher Leadership Development

Teach For America
07.2014 - 07.2015


  • Helped corps members understand the community in which they teach and provide strategies for corps members to build meaningful relationships with multiple stakeholders within the community
  • Supported and fostered corps members leadership development by helping them stay centered on the their classroom visions and learn critical leadership skills
  • Provided detailed coaching to corps members on instruction techniques and curriculum, while also helping them connect their values and beliefs to their work
  • Helped corps members diagnose top needs based on student's progress and gaps in their learning

Lead Teacher

Todd County School District
07.2008 - 07.2014
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.

Education

Master of Arts - Education Administration

Sinte Gleska University
Mission, SD
08-2019

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Sinte Gleska University
Mission, SD
08-2008

Skills

  • Feedback and evaluation
  • Emotional support
  • Safe learning environment
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Staff development
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building

Timeline

Lead Teacher / Principal

Sapa Un
07.2015 - Current

Manage Teacher Leadership Development

Teach For America
07.2014 - 07.2015

Lead Teacher

Todd County School District
07.2008 - 07.2014

Master of Arts - Education Administration

Sinte Gleska University

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Sinte Gleska University
Stacee Valandra