Aaron Sanders
Red Bluff
Summary
Strategic and student-centered educational leader with 25 years of experience in public education, including five years as a successful middle school principal and 20 years as a high school educator. Recognized for building highly effective systems that improve attendance, strengthen school culture, and support instructional growth. Proven ability to lead MTSS implementation, reduce chronic absenteeism, oversee comprehensive assessment programs, and develop structures that promote accountability and academic success. Known as a calm, solutions-oriented leader who thrives in complex situations, communicates with clarity, and builds strong partnerships with students, staff, and families. Brings an instructional mindset, operational expertise, and a deep commitment to continuous improvement—positioning schools to achieve sustainable, measurable gains in student outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
Berrendos Middle School
07.2021 - Current
- Leadership Impact:
- Reduced chronic absenteeism from 25.8% to 6.0% by designing and implementing a comprehensive MTSS attendance framework focused on early identification, targeted interventions, and strong family partnerships.
- Elevated overall attendance to 95.44%, reinforcing a schoolwide culture that prioritizes daily engagement and accountability.
- Decreased suspension rates from 15.8% to 5.5% through proactive behavioral supports, consistent expectations, and student-centered discipline practices.
- Established integrated MTSS teams addressing academic, behavioral, and attendance needs.
- Serve as site testing coordinator, leading the planning and execution of all state and local assessments while promoting data-informed instructional conversations.
- Maintain a strong instructional presence by conducting daily classroom walkthroughs and providing immediate, actionable feedback that supports teacher growth and student achievement.
- Lead the school through a math curriculum adoption, facilitating staff collaboration, analyzing instructional needs, and ensuring alignment with academic standards.
- Develop the master schedule to maximize instructional time, and support intervention.
- Oversee all student discipline proceedings with a focus on safety, consistency, and relationship-centered practices.
- Foster a positive, student-focused culture grounded in visibility, trust, and high expectations.
- Partner effectively with families—including during complex situations—to support student success and strengthen community confidence.
- Supervise and support 12 teachers and 10 classified staff, promoting collaboration, professionalism, and shared ownership of school goals.
- Antelope Elementary School District
High School Social Science Teacher
Red Bluff Joint Union High School District
01.2001 - 01.2021
- Delivered rigorous, standards-aligned instruction to diverse student populations while maintaining high expectations for achievement.
- Used formative and summative assessment data to guide instruction and support measurable student growth.
- Built strong relationships with students and families that increased engagement and classroom success.
Education
Master’s Degree - Education
Simpson University
Skills
- Strategic Systems Leadership
- Attendance Improvement & Intervention
- MTSS Implementation
- Instructional Leadership & Teacher Support
- Assessment Coordination & Data Practices
- School Culture Development
- Crisis Leadership & Problem Solving
- Family and Community Engagement
- Master Scheduling
- Student Discipline & Campus Safety
Certification
- Clear Administrative Credential — Valid through 2031
- Clear Teaching Credential, Social Science — Valid through 2031
Timeline
Principal
Berrendos Middle School
07.2021 - Current
High School Social Science Teacher
Red Bluff Joint Union High School District
01.2001 - 01.2021
Master’s Degree - Education
Simpson University