Casidy Sanders
Dickson
Summary
I dedicate myself to creating a safe, engaging classroom that captures both students' interests and makes materials accessible to them based on student needs.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Dickson County Schools
01.2026 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Collaborated with mentor teacher to adapt instructional strategies for diverse learning needs.
- Assisted in classroom management, promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Developed educational materials that supported curriculum objectives and student engagement.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
Student Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
- Fostered relationships with students, encouraging academic curiosity and personal growth.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
Volunteer
YMCA Literacy
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Facilitated literacy workshops to enhance reading and writing skills for diverse community members.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to individual learning needs and goals.
- Collaborated with team members to assess participant progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
Tutor Volunteer
Self-employeed
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed personalized lesson plans to enhance understanding of complex subjects.
- Facilitated one-on-one tutoring sessions to support diverse learning styles.
- Adapted teaching methods to improve student engagement and retention.
- Collaborated with parents to track progress and address educational needs.
Volunteer
Tennessee Girls in STEM
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Chaperone a group of girls around campus to inform them about different STEM classes available to them
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Education
Motlow State Community College
Tullahoma, TN05-2024
No Degree - Education
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05-2023
High School Diploma -
Shelbyville Central Highschool
Shelbyville, TN05-2021
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Student tutoring
- Support for diverse learners
- Technology integration
Certification
- Secondary literacy training completed on March 18, 2025
- Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter training completed on October 3, 2023
- Classroom management training completed on May 6, 2025
- Praxis passes and completed September 12, 2025
Timeline
Student Teacher
Dickson County Schools
01.2026 - Current
Student Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
08.2024 - 12.2025
Volunteer
YMCA Literacy
08.2024 - 12.2025
Tutor Volunteer
Self-employeed
08.2024 - 05.2025
Volunteer
Tennessee Girls in STEM
08.2024 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Associate of Applied Science - Education
Motlow State Community College
No Degree - Education
University of Tennessee
High School Diploma -
Shelbyville Central Highschool