Sandra K.

Biri
520 W. Woodbine
Nixa, Mo. 65714
Cell: 573.747.5501
Email: sbiri@aol.com

Qualification summary:
Dedicated, ambitious, and goal-driven educator with 8 years experience in
elementary setting. Documented, and quantified success in providing activities and
materials that engage and challenge the students intellectually.

Professional Experience:
Spokane School District, Spokane, Mo.
2009 till date
Kindergarten Teacher
Provide an educational program for students in an environment favorable to
learning and personal growth
Establish effective rapport with students to promote positive attitudes
Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge
Establish good relationships with parents and staff members

Spokane School District, Spokane, Mo.

2007-2009
Special Education Teacher
Employ special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to
improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language,
cognition, and memory.
Instruct students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques such as
phonetics, multi-sensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning and to
meet students' varying needs and interests.
Teach socially acceptable behavior, as determined by the students
individualized education programs (IEPs) by employing techniques in an overall
positive behavioral support system.

 Modify the general education curriculum for students with disabilities based
upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction,
demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to
observe, question, and investigate.
Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on
children and activities, as required by laws, district policies, and
administrative regulations.
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate
those objectives to students.

Educational Summary:
B.A.E
Central Methodist University
St. Charles, Mo.
63301
M.A.
Lindenwood University
St. Charles, MO
63301

M.B.A.
Lindenwood University
St. Charles, MO.
63301

Certifications:
Early Childhood Education, State of Mo.
Elementary Education, State of Mo.
Special Education, Cross Cat. K-12, State of Mo.