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Education
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Leadership Experience
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Languages
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Sandra Medlin

San Jose

Summary

A Homeland Security with an emphasis in Counterterrorism certificate graduate (July 2023) who will continue to grow and learn as an analyst to best serve the United States in its mission to protect the homeland from foreign security threats. An outgoing and inquisitive person with analytical and report-writing experience who has conducted research and presented reports, research, and analytical findings to colleagues, superiors, and the public in a manner that can be understood and acted upon. Brings specialized skills in data analysis, assessments, and information gathering to identify and mitigate concerns. Excels in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring clear and effective strategies in complex environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Innovation Specialist

Campbell Union School District
08.2024 - Current
  • In conjunction with teams of 3-11 people of varying expertise, titles, and positions creates innovative and experimental lessons to promote thought provoking and creative projects that will enhance the future
  • Presentations of the representations are given to the public in various forms including visual presentations, exhibits, and written reports

Education Specialist

Campbell Union School District
08.2019 - 06.2024
  • Special Education Teacher who analyzed student data and assessments to write reports that developed an effective plan for students
  • The reports were presented to teachers, administrators, district leaders and families in a manner that was effective for understanding, demonstrated thorough research, and were vetted for accuracy and practicality

Special Education Department Chair

Campbell Union School District
03.2020 - 06.2022
  • Special Education Department Chair for 2 ½ years of 20 people including teachers, support staff, psychologists, counselors, and instructional assistants

University Site Mentor

Campbell Union School District
12.2019 - 06.2021
  • University Site Mentor for one college intern; University Site Mentor for one additional credential applicant; Beginning Teacher Program, Master Teacher for one new teacher

Education Specialist

Mountain View Whisman School District
08.2018 - 06.2019
  • As one of four teachers working in a team environment to support students with disabilities, this teacher developed the ability to connect ideas and theories with other professionals to be able to develop the highest standards possible for the good of the team
  • The team was able to produce technical reports of needed supports and develop what to expect from the students

Resource Specialist

Monterey Peninsula Unified School District
07.2013 - 06.2018
  • As the sole person responsible for the special education department at the elementary school, this teacher recorded observations, conducted interviews with staff and family to determine if there was enough data available to develop an assessment plan
  • As a researcher, it was important to develop an accurate plan for the student and family and to articulate that plan in a fully written and edited document in a timely manner

Resource Specialist

Visalia Unified School District
08.2012 - 06.2013
  • As a teacher of students with special needs, this teacher created programs, plans, and systems that enhanced the needs for each individual child and situation
  • It was important to be flexible, multitask, and adaptable to the new information discovered that, at times, challenged the program, plans, and systems already in place
  • As the new and relevant information came in, this teacher had to develop new programs, plans, and systems that fit with the new information in a short period of time

Education

Certificate - Advanced Counterterrorism and Homeland Security Graduate Certificate

Southern New Hampshire University
07.2023

Master of Arts - Education

John F. Kennedy University
03.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre and Television

Pepperdine University
07.2004

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Conflict resolution
  • Data analysis
  • Effective communication
  • Idea development and brainstorming
  • Issue research
  • Multitasking capacity
  • Presentation skills
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Report writing
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Strategic planning
  • Task prioritization
  • Team collaboration

Leadership Experience

  • Co-Chair of the Showcase, In which over 300 people attended to view projects, attempt to create projects, and to ask questions to further understand the visual presentations and exhibits that will impact the future.
  • Special Education Department Chair, Campbell Union School District, 2 ½ years, 20, Including teachers, support staff, psychologists, counselors, and instructional assistants., 03/01/20, 06/30/22
  • Co-authored a multistep program, To support students with special needs to develop their reading and writing skills based on data and assessments. Cost $5,000 at Campbell Union School District.
  • University Site Mentor, For one college intern; University Site Mentor for one additional credential applicant; Beginning Teacher Program, Master Teacher for one new teacher., Campbell Union School District, 12/01/19, 06/30/21

Accomplishments

  • Dean’s Top Project Recognition, 2023 - Threat Analysis Pier 39 in San Francisco

Languages

Spanish
Limited
Italian
Limited
French
Elementary
Russian
Elementary

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Innovation Specialist

Campbell Union School District
08.2024 - Current

Special Education Department Chair

Campbell Union School District
03.2020 - 06.2022

University Site Mentor

Campbell Union School District
12.2019 - 06.2021

Education Specialist

Campbell Union School District
08.2019 - 06.2024

Education Specialist

Mountain View Whisman School District
08.2018 - 06.2019

Resource Specialist

Monterey Peninsula Unified School District
07.2013 - 06.2018

Resource Specialist

Visalia Unified School District
08.2012 - 06.2013

Certificate - Advanced Counterterrorism and Homeland Security Graduate Certificate

Southern New Hampshire University

Master of Arts - Education

John F. Kennedy University

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre and Television

Pepperdine University
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