Sandrae Saunches
Jessup
Summary
Skilled educator with proven experience in special education. Strong team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Expertise in individualized instruction, behavior management, and communication. Reliable, empathetic, and resourceful in providing support to students and colleagues.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Stepping Stones Group
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted with daily classroom activities to support diverse learning needs of students.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students.
- Utilized adaptive technology to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators on behavioral and academic performance.
- Supported classroom management by reinforcing positive behavior and fostering a conducive learning environment.
- Participated in training sessions to learn best practices for special education support strategies.
- Engaged with parents and guardians to communicate student needs and progress effectively.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet varying developmental levels of students in inclusive settings.
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
- Served as a liaison between regular classroom teachers and special education support staff, streamlining communication regarding student accommodations.
- Conducted assessments to monitor progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to preschool curriculum standards.
- Facilitated daily activities that promote cognitive and social development in young children.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster a positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and address developmental concerns.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance instructional skills and techniques.
- Maintained a safe and clean classroom, ensuring health regulations compliance.
- Monitored student progress and adapted teaching methods to meet individual learning needs.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
Communications Specialist
Erickson's Living, RIDERWOOD VILLAGE
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed and executed communication strategies to enhance internal engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align messaging across departments.
- Created compelling content for newsletters, social media, and corporate communications.
- Managed digital platforms to improve audience interaction and brand visibility.
- Answered client queries and complaints to provide strong customer service.
- Facilitated communication between families and staff, improving resident support systems and satisfaction levels.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting their independence and wellbeing.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Maintained patient confidentiality at all times, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and upholding ethical standards.
- Maintained accurate records of visitor logs and correspondence, enhancing communication flow across teams.
- Developed and implemented filing systems that improved document retrieval times by streamlining access to information.
- Assisted in training new reception staff on procedures and software systems, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Responded to inquiries via phone and email, providing timely information while maintaining professionalism in all interactions.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
Receptionist
Petersburg Healthcare
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring a welcoming environment for clients and visitors.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling and maintained accurate calendar management for multiple staff members.
- Assisted with visitor check-in processes, enhancing security and customer service experiences.
- Handled incoming calls efficiently, directing inquiries to appropriate departments to improve response times.
- Implemented electronic filing system improvements, increasing document retrieval efficiency and accuracy.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow procedures, contributing to enhanced overall office productivity.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
Education
Psychology
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA05-2021
Skills
- Classroom support
- Emotional support
- Data collection
- Motor skills development
- Teaching and instruction
- Classroom organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Telephone skills
- Time management
- Customer/Client relations
- Office administration
- Phone etiquette
- Data entry
- Administrative support
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Certified Medical Administrator
- Infant/Toddler/Preschool Certified
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Stepping Stones Group
04.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
10.2022 - 04.2024
Communications Specialist
Erickson's Living, RIDERWOOD VILLAGE
03.2021 - 06.2023
Receptionist
Petersburg Healthcare
10.2019 - 01.2021
Psychology
Virginia State University
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