Jennifer Sander
New Haven
Summary
Experienced educator with strong focus on nurturing young minds and fostering supportive learning environment. With a proven track record at Norwell Community Schools, excelling in curriculum implementation and relationship building, maintaining strong parent-teacher communication for optimal student growth. Adept at fostering critical thinking through interdisciplinary projects, classroom management, differentiated instruction, ensuring every student thrives, and enhancing literacy skills. Well versed at utilizing technology to support diverse learning needs. Known for collaborating effectively with colleagues and adapting to evolving educational needs, ensuring consistent, impactful results.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd, 3rd, and 5th Grade Teacher
Norwell Community Schools
08.2013 - Current
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students, staff, and visitors. Classroom culture is extremely important to the success of all students.
- Positive relationships with students is the backbone of my classroom and is what I am known for.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects utilizing project based learning, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Built and developed strong positive relationships with parents through consistent communication, leading to increased parental involvement in their child''s education.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students are able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Managed classroom effectively using positive discipline techniques and behavior management plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, administering tests and evaluating results, providing timely feedback for improved academic performance.
- Served as a mentor teacher for a new educator entering the profession, offering guidance and support throughout their first two years of teaching. I have also been a mentor to high school and college interns considering entering the education field.
- Organized various extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips, extending learning opportunities beyond the standard curriculum.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills, including 80 hours for Keys to Literacy.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Coached Spell Bowl for 12 years. Our team placed first in our district each year.
- Indiana Academic Coach of the Year 2024 finalist
- Science Fair Coordinator for 5 years
- Young Author's Coordinator for 4 years
Long Term Maternity Sub
Penn Harris Madison Schools
11.2011 - 05.2012
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom.
- Improved classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and setting clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted literacy skills through guided reading sessions, literature circles, and writing workshops.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Tutored students after school to help bridge gaps.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bethel College (University)
Mishawaka, IN12-2012
Skills
- Curriculum implementation
- Team collaboration
- Lesson plan development
- Proficient in Teams, Clever, Amplify, Great Minds Eureka Math
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher communication
- Research-based instruction
- Interpersonal relationships
- Technology integration
- Collaborative teamwork
- Literacy education
- Field trip organization
Accomplishments
Finalist for Indiana Academic Coach of the year for Spell Bowl.
Effective evaluations every year.
Spell bowl team is undefeated under my coaching.
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
American Sign Language
Elementary
Timeline
2nd, 3rd, and 5th Grade Teacher
Norwell Community Schools
08.2013 - Current
Long Term Maternity Sub
Penn Harris Madison Schools
11.2011 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bethel College (University)
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