Sarah Workman
Riverside,CA
Summary
Adaptable and focused Social Studies teacher with demonstrated success in managing organized classrooms, updating records and providing both group and individualized instruction. Proficient in helping advanced, struggling and special needs students enhance learning. Experienced with Social Studies instruction. Driven Substitute Teacher adept at overseeing classes on long-term basis to cover for medical or personal absences. Passionate educator with in-depth approach to learning. Successfully leverages wide range of instructional approaches.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Substitute Teacher
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
Ontario, CA
10.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Used Google classroom and Microsoft to maintain detailed records of student progress, attendance and assignments in teachers absence.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted students in ongoing projects and assignments on history and conducted extra research to further understanding of topics.
- Handled classrooms of up to 40 students, reporting problem students to principal and keeping detailed behavioral records.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Assisted students in ongoing projects and assignments on history and conducted extra research to further understanding of topics
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
Ontario , CA
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Helped students develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Implemented outlined grading and assessment techniques to document growth, development and knowledge advancements during teacher absence.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
- Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
Lead Server
Cheesecake Factory
Ranco Cucamonga, CA
06.2016 - 08.2022
- Assigned work tasks and coordinated activities of dining room personnel to provide prompt and successful service to patrons.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Managed food resources, memorized orders and coordinated customer service.
- Taught staff how to deliver outstanding service to every customer without sacrificing profit objectives.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
- Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
- Noted special patron requests and followed up with kitchen to confirm delivery.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Banker
US Bank Home Mortgage
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Provided advice on different bank products and financial options.
- Understood and applied selling techniques to open, develop and close sales and created product interest by actively cross-selling products and services to pursue customers.
- Established new accounts for high net worth individuals and serviced existing accounts to maximize revenue.
- Opened, closed and updated accounts for customers.
- Utilized up-to-date information to make effective decisions governing bank operations.
- Evaluated client financial positions and identified most appropriate banking products.
- Adhered to established security procedures and reported potential fraud or safety violations to management for immediate recourse.
- Produced and executed loan packages.
- Upheld stringent bank standards for loans, money handling and legal considerations.
- Managed escalated phone calls by applying conflict resolutions skills and extensive knowledge of bank policies, products and services.
- Checked accounts for fraud and provided law enforcement with relevant details.
- Managed portfolio of accounts and monitored for issues in need of attention.
- Balanced teller drawers and ATM cash.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Single Subject Social Studies
University of Redlands
Redlands, CA11.2022
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA06.2020
High School Diploma -
Chaffey High School
Ontario, CA06.2004
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Progress reporting
- Secondary education
- Social Studies instruction
- Lesson plan implementation
- IEP understanding
- Creative problem solving
- Organizational abilities
- Safety awareness
- Verbal and written communication
- Test preparation
- Discipline
- Secondary education
- Lesson implementation
- IEP documentation
Accomplishments
- Member of Phi Alpha Theta University of La Verne ( History Honors)
- Completed extra training to further help students under care.
- Took all offered shifts to maintain coverage for students
- Specialized in substituting for social studies and english classes.
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
02.2022 - 06.2022
Certified Substitute Teacher
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
10.2021 - Current
Lead Server
Cheesecake Factory
06.2016 - 08.2022
Banker
US Bank Home Mortgage
01.2014 - 01.2016
Master of Arts - Education Single Subject Social Studies
University of Redlands
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of La Verne
High School Diploma -
Chaffey High School
Similar Profiles
Katelyn AcevesKatelyn Aceves
Purchasing Assistant at Chaffey Joint Union High School DistrictPurchasing Assistant at Chaffey Joint Union High School District
Vannesa RamirezVannesa Ramirez
High School Tutor at Chaffey Joint Union High School DistrictHigh School Tutor at Chaffey Joint Union High School District
Alex AbastaAlex Abasta
Campus Security Officer at Chaffey Joint Union High School DistrictCampus Security Officer at Chaffey Joint Union High School District
LISA NOBLELISA NOBLE
Food Service Manager/ High School Cafeteria at Chaffey Joint Union High School DistrictFood Service Manager/ High School Cafeteria at Chaffey Joint Union High School District
Edgar Villagomez RodriguezEdgar Villagomez Rodriguez
Werehouse Associate at Direct StafffingWerehouse Associate at Direct Stafffing