SANDRA G HILL 40

Woodlands St 41 Singapore 738547 Phone (65)97852965 email sinnes@sas.edu.sg

There is a bounce, a joy, an aura of enthusiasm that surrounds Sandy it lifts the students, the parents, her colleagues even school heads. Sandy combines expertise and sensitivity to an unfailing dedication to her students. Bob Gross Former Superintendent Singapore American School

The ability to connect and engage with sixth graders and to earn their admiration trust and respect is achieved with charismatic ease and a generosity of spirit that is at times breathtaking. She is truly both a wonderful teacher and delightful human being that we feel privileged to have in our life. Sandra Fairclough Mother SAS 6th Grader

She understands kids, she believes in them, she empowers them, she inspires them. To walk into Sandys classroom is to see a classroom of students who are inquisitive and engaged. Dr. Mark Boyer Former Deputy Superintendent/ Curriculum Director Singapore American School

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS Troy State University, Dothan, Alabama Master of Science - Education 1988 Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida Bachelor of Science Psychology 1984 University of Hawaii, Hawaii Foundational Approach to Science Teaching Certification 2004 Academy Solution Focused Therapy - Singapore Solution Focused Brief Therapy Certification 2012 TEACHING EXPERIENCE Singapore American School Middle School 1997- Sixth grade science teacher present Singapore American School Intermediate School Fourth grade teacher - self contained classroom 1996 American International School Egypt Fourth grade teacher - self contained 1993-1996 Fifth grade science and math teacher Madison Elementary School Florida 1988-1993 Fourth grade teacher - self contained RELATED EXPERIENCE Appalachee Mental Health Center Florida 1988 Developed and implemented behavior modification programs In a self contained environment for severely emotionally disturbed adolescents CAPER House Alabama 1986-1988 Center for the Advancement of Personal and Emotional Redevelopment. Responsible for treatment plans and behavior modification programs as well as individual and group counseling for preadolescent and adolescents. San Antonio Childrens Center Texas 1984-1986 Developed and Implemented activity programs for preadolescent children in a residential psychiatric hospital setting

I love working with Sandy. She makes science come alive and her students are drawn in by her charismatic personality and stimulating classroom. I had the opportunity to work with Sandy on the "Water" service-learning project and was truly amazed at how she inspires her students to make a difference in the world. Her brilliant teaching has positively impacted hundreds of peoples lives! Susan Greaney Middle School Physical Education Singapore American School

Working with Sandy has been a wonderful experience in so many aspects. Her creativity and passion for teaching and science shine through in everything she does. She understands how children at this age best learn and artfully tailors her instruction to achieve that end. She is dynamic and innovative both in her instruction and curriculum creation. Chris Emerson Sixth grade science Singapore American School

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEES AND EXPERIENCE Singapore Science Curriculum Committee CWW coordinator for grade level (Classroom Without Walls) Middle School Roots and Shoots Club (environmental after school club) Jane Goodall Liason for Middle School Co-sponsor Middle School Eco Club Middle School Science Coordinator Grade Level Science Coordinator Strategic Action Planning Committee School Wide SAVE club co sponsor (Students Against Violating the Environment) Middle School girls basketball coach Middle School Rock Climbing Supervisor Service Learning grade level chair, MS liason National Middle School Association conference EARCOS presenter East Asia Regional Council of Schools Using CSI as an authentic assessment National Science Teacher Association conference EASA Elementary After School Activities Kooky Kemsitry 21st Century connections committee 1:1 laptop roll out committee Consultant Science Series Times Publishing Understanding by Design coursework Assessment of, for, and as learning coursework Web design for educators ASB Unplugged technology conference Egypt Faculty Advisory Committee Curriculum Coordinating Committee Science Club Middle school girls basketball coach Madrid Math Competition Florida Florida Blueprint 2000 School improvement committee Grade level chair K-12 Florida Blueprint curriculum evaluation team state level OTHER Teacher of the Year Madison, Florida Outstanding Teacher Award 2yrs