TERRI SANDERS
Roseville,CA
Summary
Experienced Educational Professional specializing in evidence-based instruction and student advocacy. Expertise in the Science of Reading and MTSS frameworks supports effective analysis of data to enhance school-wide literacy. Designs individualized learning paths and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to create inclusive environments for diverse learners.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Interventionist
Community Outreach Academy
McClellan Park, CA
08.2016 - Current
- Data-Driven MTSS Implementation: Specialized in using universal screening and diagnostic data to differentiate instruction across Tiers 2 and 3.
- Leadership & Collaboration: Managed an interventionist team to align instructional practices with district literacy goals and SOR standards; led Student Study Team (SST) processes, providing rigorous progress-monitoring data.
- Science of Reading (SOR) Alignment: Expert in explicit, systematic phonics instruction and morphology, ensuring students build a strong foundational bridge to literacy.
- Developed data management systems to track and report long-term student progress, enhancing instructional decision-making.
- Coordinated workshops for educators on effective reading intervention techniques, equipping them with strategies to improve student outcomes.
- Collaborated with specialists from other disciplines, such as speech therapy or occupational therapy, on behalf of assigned caseloads.
- Fostered love of reading and promoted literacy among students, contributing to a positive school culture around literacy.
- Establish effective communication with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss student growth.
Substitute Teacher and Student Teacher
Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District
Roseville, CA
12.1997 - 02.1999
- Implemented classroom management strategies, fostering engagement and focus among students.
- Utilized educational technology tools, improving lesson delivery and increasing student interaction.
Substitute Teacher
San Juan Unified School District
Carmichael, CA
11.1996 - 12.1997
- Upheld classroom routines to create supportive student environments and ensure consistent schedules.
- Executed classroom plans left by class teacher to facilitate ongoing student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Facilitated classroom activities to engage students in learning experiences.
- Supported diverse student needs through differentiated instruction strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
Education
Reading And Literacy Added Authorization -
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA04-2022
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - CLAD
Sacramento State University
Sacramento, CA12-1999
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Sacramento State University
Sacramento, CA06-1996
Skills
- Literacy intervention
- Phonics instruction
- Orton-Gillingham method
- English language learners
- Assessment interpretation
- Student progress monitoring
- Tech integration
- Specialist collaboration
- Parent communication
Certification
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
- Reading and Literacy Added Authorization
Special Assignments
- Intervention Department Lead
- Student Study Team
Timeline
Reading Interventionist
Community Outreach Academy
08.2016 - Current
Substitute Teacher and Student Teacher
Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District
12.1997 - 02.1999
Substitute Teacher
San Juan Unified School District
11.1996 - 12.1997
Reading And Literacy Added Authorization -
University of California, Irvine
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - CLAD
Sacramento State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Sacramento State University