Sandra Tollefson
New Richland
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated educator with extensive experience as a Long-Term Substitute Teacher at NRHEG Schools and short term at Owatonna and NRHEG schools.
Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Teachers on Call
09.2015 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Substitute Teacher
NRHEG Schools
09.2003 - Current
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
NRHEG Schools
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
Parents as Teachers
South Central Human Relations Center
09.2001 - 06.2006
- Home visits with 0-5 children and parents focusing on relations between children, parents and teachers to enhance learning.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Helped students and parents explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing/Psychology
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN03-1991
Skills
- Activity management
- Disciplinary procedures
- Multi-subject instruction
- Classroom organization
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
NRHEG Schools
09.2024 - 12.2024
Substitute Teacher
Teachers on Call
09.2015 - Current
Substitute Teacher
NRHEG Schools
09.2003 - Current
Parents as Teachers
South Central Human Relations Center
09.2001 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Marketing/Psychology
Minnesota State University, Mankato
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