Sunny Halsted
Summary
Qualified administrator with long history in education and dedication to school performance, teacher training and student success. Attentive to pulse of school to proactively manage negative trends and recognize success in teachers and methods. Hands-on in mentoring teachers and supporting students.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Lawrence Public Schools Usd 497
Lawrence , KS
2018.07 - Current
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
- Reviewed standardized test results to assess student progress and academic performance.
- Monitored student discipline actions and worked with teachers to standardize behavior requirements across school.
- Developed platform for instructional practices design through data-driven decision-making.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
Instructional Coach
Lawrence Public Schools Usd 497
Lawrence , KS
2017.07 - 2018.06
- Mentored and supported teachers on classroom teaching practices using professional development programs and instructional techniques training.
- Held one-on-one instructional sessions with students in need of additional help.
- Verified fair and effective assessment of each student by evaluating data gleaned from diagnostic testing processes.
Curriculum Specialist
Lawrence Public Schools Usd 497
Lawrence , KS
2016.07 - 2017.06
- Offered subject matter expertise on curriculum design, selection and purchasing.
- Developed and improved curricula, course formats and lesson presentations for diverse topics.
8th Grade Science Teacher
Lawrence Public Schools Usd 497
Lawrence , KS
2011.08 - 2016.06
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Delivered clear, informative lectures on subject matter framed to meet state standards.
Paraprofessional Educator
Lawrence Public Schools Usd 497
Lawrence , KS
2008.08 - 2010.05
Elementary School Teacher
Baldwin Public Schools
Baldwin City , KS
1997.08 - 2001.05
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS12.1994
Master of Science - Building Leadership
Baker University
Baldwin City, KS12.2016
Skills
- Data-driven instruction
- School culture
- Technology integrations
- School community relations
- Teacher mentoring
- Curriculum inplementation
References
- Shelia Smith, Assistant Director of Special Education smsmith@usd497.org
- Chalita Middleton, HR Director of Secondary chalita.middleton@kckps.org
- Darcy Kraus, Director of Elementary (retired) ddkblessed@gmail.com
Timeline
Principal
Lawrence Public Schools Usd 497
2018.07 - Current
Instructional Coach
Lawrence Public Schools Usd 497
2017.07 - 2018.06
Curriculum Specialist
Lawrence Public Schools Usd 497
2016.07 - 2017.06
8th Grade Science Teacher
Lawrence Public Schools Usd 497
2011.08 - 2016.06
Paraprofessional Educator
Lawrence Public Schools Usd 497
2008.08 - 2010.05
Elementary School Teacher
Baldwin Public Schools
1997.08 - 2001.05
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Kansas State University
Master of Science - Building Leadership
Baker University
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