CASSANDRA FARRELL
Rocklin
Summary
Student-centered educator with 7+ years of teaching experience, a Master’s degree, and an academic background in Mass Media and Communications. Experienced in synchronous online instruction, discussion facilitation, virtual office hours, and student progress monitoring in virtual learning environments. Skilled in supporting diverse adult learners through clear communication, inclusive instructional practices, timely feedback, and collaboration with academic support teams. Strong background in educational technology, confidentiality, accessibility awareness, and professional communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Roseville City School District
Roseville
08.2025 - Current
- Teach classes of 32+ students using a mainstream, inclusive instructional approach to support diverse academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs in both in-person and synchronous virtual settings (Zoom).
- Establish a developmentally appropriate, positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment that promotes engagement, accountability, and academic success.
- Maintain strong communication with students, families, and colleagues through timely and professional electronic correspondence.
- Implement district-adopted discipline policies, establish clear behavioral expectations, and monitor student progress.
- Design and deliver differentiated, standards-aligned lesson plans that are engaging, rigorous, and attainable for diverse learners.
- Collaborate with administrators, grade-level teams, and academic support staff on instructional planning, classroom management strategies, policies, and deadlines.
- Serve as Student Study Team (SST) Coordinator, managing confidential intervention data, facilitating SST meetings, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on academic and behavioral support plans, including participation in 504, IEP, and behavior support plan meetings.
- Provide Home/Hospital Instruction (HHI) through individualized evening online tutoring aligned with district curriculum and student needs.
- Serve as Assistant Cheer Coach and support school fundraising initiatives, curriculum pilots, and schoolwide community events.
Elementary School Teacher
Westside Union School District
Palmdale
09.2017 - Current
- Taught classes of 32+ students using a mainstream, inclusive instructional approach to support diverse academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs in both in-person and virtual (Zoom) settings.
- Established a developmentally appropriate, positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment that supported academic growth and student well-being.
- Built strong communication partnerships with parents, students, and colleagues to support student success and social-emotional development.
- Implemented district-adopted discipline policies, established clear behavioral expectations, and closely monitored student progress.
- Designed and implemented differentiated, standards-aligned lesson plans aligned with district curriculum, goals, and standards.
- Collaborated with administrators and grade-level teams on instructional planning, classroom management strategies, policies, deadlines, and discipline.
- Served on school committees including PTA, Horticulture Club, after-school tutoring programs, and the Technology Team, and assisted with school fundraising initiatives, curriculum pilots, and schoolwide community events.
Substitute Teacher
Westside Union School District
Palmdale
01.2017 - 09.2017
- Adapted to varying grade levels (K-6) and ensured consistent learning by seamlessly implementing substitute plans.
- Maintained classroom order while fostering a positive, structured learning environment.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Mass Media and Communications
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2016
Skills
- CORE COMPETENCIES
Synchronous & Asynchronous Online Instruction
Adult Learning & Student Engagement
Virtual Office Hours & Communication
Online Discussion Facilitation
Grading, Feedback & Academic Integrity
ADA Awareness & Academic Accommodations
Learning Management Systems (LMS)
MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Google Workspace (Docs, Gmail, Meet)
Confidential Data Management
Certification
• AVID
• Boys Town
• All It Takes
• Thinking Maps
• CORE Reading
• UDL
• Business Management Experience – Supervised and managed over 30 employees, demonstrating leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Professional Development Participation – Active engagement in instructional training, collaboration, and best practices
• Boys Town
• All It Takes
• Thinking Maps
• CORE Reading
• UDL
• Business Management Experience – Supervised and managed over 30 employees, demonstrating leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Professional Development Participation – Active engagement in instructional training, collaboration, and best practices
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Roseville City School District
08.2025 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Westside Union School District
09.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Westside Union School District
01.2017 - 09.2017
Bachelor's Degree - Mass Media and Communications
Arizona State University