Elizabeth Sawyer
Henderson,NC
Summary
Motivating Literacy Tutor with many years of dedicated teaching experience. Skilled in closely monitoring student progress and maintaining personal relationships with students. Dedicated to comprehensive reading instruction and detailed assessments. Skilled in fostering literacy development in diverse student populations. Experience includes individual tutoring and small group instruction, focusing on reading comprehension, writing skills, and vocabulary expansion. Strengths include innovative teaching methods, patience, understanding of learning styles and ability to create engaging lesson plans. Previous work has resulted in improved reading scores and heightened student interest in learning. Proven ability to connect with students, manage daily operations, and support team initiatives. Committed to lifelong learning with a strong foundation in education, behavioral sciences, and business.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
High-Impact Literacy Tutor
Vance County Schools / NCEC
09.2022 - Current
- Provide targeted reading interventions to elementary students.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to support academic growth.
- Track and report student progress using evidence-based strategies.
After school tutor and office assistant
NAH (North Carolina)
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Tutored elementary and middle school students in math and reading after school
- Helped students build study skills and complete homework assignments
- Assisted with scheduling, data entry, and phone communication
In-Home Child Care Provider
Self-Employed
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Offered nurturing, educational care for children ages 1–10.
- Developed daily routines and educational activities to promote development.
After School Program Assistant – SOS Program
Butner-Stem Middle School
08.1999 - 06.2000
- Supervised students in a structured after-school environment.
- Facilitated homework help and enrichment activities.
Medical Clinic Assistant
Oxford Orphanage
05.1996 - 11.1997
- Supported clinic operations with clerical and patient-care tasks.
- Maintained patient records and assisted in daily care activities.
Computer Lab Manager
Oxford Orphanage
01.1994 - 05.1996
- Oversaw student access to computer resources.
- Provided basic tech support and facilitated educational software use.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Education, Behavioral Sciences, Business, Psychology, Autism
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2025
Associate in Arts -
Vance-Granville Community College
Henderson, NC05.2025
High School Diploma -
J.F. Webb High School
Oxford, NC01.1989
Skills
- Literacy instruction
- Phonics
- Vocabulary development
- Spelling techniques
- Reading comprehension
- Student assessments
- Data analysis
- Communication skills
- Problem resolution
- Time management
- Teacher collaboration
References
- Cassandra Chartier, Teacher, 413-209-0839, cassandrachartier@gmail.com
- Wanda Pugh, Instructional Assistant, 919-702-2612, Wpugh76@hotmail.com
- Kathleen Arrington, Teacher, karrington@vcs.k12.nc.us
Timeline
High-Impact Literacy Tutor
Vance County Schools / NCEC
09.2022 - Current
After school tutor and office assistant
NAH (North Carolina)
01.2019 - 06.2022
After School Program Assistant – SOS Program
Butner-Stem Middle School
08.1999 - 06.2000
In-Home Child Care Provider
Self-Employed
01.1998 - 01.2001
Medical Clinic Assistant
Oxford Orphanage
05.1996 - 11.1997
Computer Lab Manager
Oxford Orphanage
01.1994 - 05.1996
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Education, Behavioral Sciences, Business, Psychology, Autism
Liberty University
Associate in Arts -
Vance-Granville Community College
High School Diploma -
J.F. Webb High School