LaChelle Sandon
Albert Lea
Summary
Licensed educator with expertise in EBD and SLD, dedicated to enhancing children's learning experiences through tailored support. Special Education Teacher skilled in addressing both academic and emotional needs of students. Utilizes effective communication and a patient approach to foster positive reinforcement in collaborative, structured settings.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EBD Teacher Setting 3
District #241
Albert Lea
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with educational personnel to create inclusive programs for children with disabilities.
- Maintained student records in compliance with district standards.
- Encouraged empathy among students to enhance confidence and self-image.
- Developed individualized lesson plans to support skill development and build confidence.
- Conducted small group and individual activities tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Formulated individual educational plans to foster educational, physical, and social growth.
Elementary Special Education EBD Teacher Setting 3
District #241
Albert Lea
01.2018 - 12.2024
- Honor: Teacher of the Year nomination 2024
- Honor: Teacher of the Year nomination 2022
- Honor: Teacher of the Year finalist 2022
Elementary Special Education Teacher Learning Center
District #241
Albert Lea
01.2010 - 12.2018
- Honor: Teacher of the Year nomination 2011 & 2016
Assistant Coach
Albert Lea High School
Albert Lea
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Facilitated open communication between swimmers, divers as well as coaches, parents, administrators.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Conducted practice sessions in the pool, dry-land training, weight lifting and stretching exercises.
- Promoted sportsmanship among participants through demonstrations of good behavior both on deck and off deck.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
Elementary Paraprofessional
District #241
Albert Lea
01.2003 - 12.2010
- Delivered one-on-one instruction to students with disabilities, enhancing literacy and numeracy skills.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to develop differentiated assignments for diverse learners.
- Supervised field trips for special education classes, ensuring safety while facilitating educational experiences.
- Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias to support student engagement.
Head Coach
Albert Lea High School
Albert Lea
01.2002 - 12.2005
- Facilitated communication with coaches and athletes regarding tournaments and competitions.
- Attended conferences and workshops to stay updated on coaching techniques.
- Promoted sportsmanship through demonstrations of exemplary behavior on and off deck.
- Conducted drills to enhance flexibility, stamina, and strength of all players.
- Ensured adherence to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
- Led practice sessions including pool workouts, dry-land training, and weight lifting.
Head Coach
YMCA
Albert Lea
01.1998 - 12.2002
- Facilitated communication with coaches and athletes regarding tournaments and competitions.
- Attended conferences and workshops to stay updated on coaching techniques.
- Promoted sportsmanship through demonstrations of exemplary behavior on and off deck.
- Conducted drills to enhance flexibility, stamina, and strength of all players.
- Ensured adherence to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
- Led practice sessions including pool workouts, dry-land training, and weight lifting.
Assistant Aquatic Coordinator and Lifeguard
YMCA
Albert Lea
01.1998 - 12.2002
- Delivered exceptional service to customers through in-person and phone interactions.
- Developed individualized swim instruction plans tailored to students' ages and skill levels.
- Instructed swimmers on techniques to enhance performance across various aquatic sports.
- Assessed and placed students based on swimming skill levels to ensure appropriate class assignments.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Southwest Minnesota State University
Marshall, MN01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Augsburg College
Minneapolis, MN01.2010
Associate of Arts -
Riverland Community College
Austin, MN01.2007
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Classroom management
- Behavior intervention strategies
- Data analysis and record keeping
- Collaboration with educators
- Student assessment
- Conflict resolution
- Team building
- Crisis management
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Lesson planning
- Behavior modifications
- Goal setting
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Parent communications
- Organizational skills
- Social skills development
- Behavior modification
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Emotional regulation
- Group and individual instruction
- Trauma-informed practices
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Paraprofessional oversight
- Emotional Disorders Understanding
- Progress monitoring
Certification
- Emotional Behavioral Disorder (EBD) K-12 licensure
- Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) K-12 licensure
Certifications Training
- CPI Trained and certified (Crisis Intervention Training Program)
- Coaching Certification and First Aid
- A.L.C.E Task Force Committee
- PLC (Professional Learning Community) Facilitator
- EBD (Emotional Behavioral Disorder) Task Force Committee Due Process training in sped forms
- Safety Care Certified 2023
- Teach to Heal Training
- Trauma Informed Training
Timeline
EBD Teacher Setting 3
District #241
01.2024 - Current
Elementary Special Education EBD Teacher Setting 3
District #241
01.2018 - 12.2024
Assistant Coach
Albert Lea High School
01.2014 - 12.2014
Elementary Special Education Teacher Learning Center
District #241
01.2010 - 12.2018
Elementary Paraprofessional
District #241
01.2003 - 12.2010
Head Coach
Albert Lea High School
01.2002 - 12.2005
Head Coach
YMCA
01.1998 - 12.2002
Assistant Aquatic Coordinator and Lifeguard
YMCA
01.1998 - 12.2002
Master of Science - Education
Southwest Minnesota State University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Augsburg College
Associate of Arts -
Riverland Community College
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