WENDY S. LORD
San Jose
Summary
Experienced K-3 educator with 20+ years of classroom experience. Skilled in structured literacy, differentiated instruction, and cultivating inclusive classroom communities where all students are valued. Strong communicator who builds meaningful school-home partnerships and supports diverse learners with empathy and structure.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher (K-3)
Discovery Charter School
Phoenix Campus, Santa Clara County
01.2015 - Current
- Teach a multi-grade(K-1) and looping classroom (2nd to 3rd) in a charter setting
- Differentiate instruction to support struggling and accelerated students in all subjects
- Accelerated reading growth for below-grade-level students through structured small-group intervention
- Collaborate with grade-level teams and support new teachers
- Maintain consistent, positive communication with families and faculty
1st Grade Teacher
Allen at Steinbeck Elementary
San Jose
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Instructed 2nd grade students in math and science concepts.
- Established a supportive community for English learners to enhance language acquisition.
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes Clinician
Saratoga & Los Gatos Learning Centers
Los Gatos
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Mastered strategies to aid readers at every level through focused techniques
RTI Reading Tutor (Grades 1, 2, 4, 5)
Guadalupe Elementary
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Conducted small groups of tier 3 students to advance reading proficiency
2nd Grade Teacher
D.M. Bagby Elementary
01.1998 - 01.2005
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborated with parents to support student learning and development.
Education
Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (CLAD) -
St. Mary's College of California
Moraga, CA01-1998
B.S. - Recreation Administration
California State University, Chico
01-1994
Skills
- Positive Discipline
- Restorative Classroom Practices
- Zones of Regulation Practices
- Early Literacy
- Science of Reading
- Differentiated Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- CLAD
- English Learner Support
- BeGlad trained
- Targeted Small-Group Intervention
Leadership And Involvement
- Served on the school leadership committees to support site-wide decision-making
- Participated in teacher hiring panels
- Contributed to math initiatives focused on curriculum adoption and instructional improvement
Timeline
Elementary Teacher (K-3)
Discovery Charter School
01.2015 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Allen at Steinbeck Elementary
01.2014 - 01.2015
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes Clinician
Saratoga & Los Gatos Learning Centers
01.2013 - 01.2014
RTI Reading Tutor (Grades 1, 2, 4, 5)
Guadalupe Elementary
01.2011 - 01.2014
2nd Grade Teacher
D.M. Bagby Elementary
01.1998 - 01.2005
Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (CLAD) -
St. Mary's College of California
B.S. - Recreation Administration
California State University, Chico