LaSondra Smith
@lasondrasmith
Aspiring principal dedicated to enhancing educational leadership and instruction.
What I'm looking for
Hello, I'm LaSondra Smith, an aspiring principal with a Master of Education in Educational Administration. My journey in education has been driven by a passion for enhancing instruction and improving school operations to create safe and conducive learning environments for all students.
Currently, I serve as an Assistant Principal at High Pointe Elementary, where I lead STEMSpired trainings and coordinate campus testing programs. My experience as an Academic Interventionist has equipped me with the skills to provide targeted educational interventions and support for students, ensuring they achieve their academic goals. I am committed to fostering collaboration among educators to analyze assessment data and enhance student performance.
With a strong foundation in instructional leadership and a dedication to professional development, I am eager to contribute to a school community that values innovation, inclusivity, and student success. I believe in the power of education to transform lives and am excited about the opportunity to lead and inspire others in this vital field.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Campus Assistant Testing Coordinator
High Pointe Elementary
Aug 2023 - Present (2 years)
Coordinated campus testing programs including planning, training, communication, organization, materials management, security, and administration of state and local testing. Ensured testing procedures were in place and followed according to state and district guidelines.
Campus STEMSPIRED Facilitator
High Pointe Elementary
Aug 2023 - Present (2 years)
Facilitated and led Campus STEMSpired trainings to provide instructions on how to conduct the STEM Project-Based Activities during campus faculty meetings for K-5th teachers and students. Developed campus STEM Project Agendas and project based lessons.
Teacher 3rd and 4th ELAR/Social Studies
High Pointe Elementary
Aug 2023 - Present (2 years)
Created engaging and diverse lesson plans that included rigor, differentiation, and correlated with TEKS standards, HMH, and Studies Weekly curriculum. Prepared students for various assessment tools such as Summative (Common) Assessments, MAPS, and DRA.
Academic Interventionist
Sam Rayburn STEAM Academy
Aug 2021 - May 2023 (1 year 9 months)
Provided educational interventions and progress monitoring for students using various data sources like Renaissance Star 360 and DRA. Assisted administrators and teachers in developing instructional strategies and capacity to effectively teach all students.
Principal Intern-Resident
Duncanville ISD-Fairmeadows/Merrifield Elem. School
Aug 2017 - Aug 2018 (1 year)
Shadowed principal to conduct mock teacher learning walk-throughs, PLC trainings, and team meetings. Assisted the school principal in overall administration of instructional programs and campus-level operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Master of Education, Educational Administration
2014 - 2016
Completed a Master of Education in Educational Administration. This program focused on leadership principles and practices within educational settings.
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Bachelor of Science, Interdisciplinary Studies
2002 - 2006
Grade: Cum Laude
Obtained a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies, graduating Cum Laude. The curriculum provided a broad foundation across various academic disciplines.
Mountain View Community College
Associate of Arts, General Studies
2001 - 2003
Earned an Associate of Arts degree. This foundational program provided a comprehensive introduction to various subjects.
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