Sarah Painter
Newton,NC
Summary
With a robust background in leadership through teaching, I excel in the educating others, clear communication, explicit instruction, multi-tasking and organization. My experience includes organizing and training for competitive events, parent contacts, digital literacy and prioritizing tasks. I bring a blend of business leadership and communication with adaptability to meet and exceed personal and professional goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Agriculture Science Teacher
Catawba County Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Organized career development events (CDE) and leadership development events (LDE) to provide hands-on experience and enlighten students about aspects of agriculture.
- Delivered lectures on various animal science subjects including, but not limited to: genetics and selection, digestions, nutrition and feed formulation/rations, reproduction, anatomy and physiology, veterinary practices, disease prevention and treatment, animal management practices, harvesting and processing food animals.
- Participated in professional conferences to gain knowledge about latest inventions in agricultural field.
- Monitored school laboratory and cattle facility used for supervised agricultural experiences.
- Oversees genetic selection for show cattle breeding program used by FFA students for competition.
Poultry Farm Manager
Bowman Family Farms
01.2024 - Current
- Supervise loading of poultry on trucks for transfer to processing plants.
- Maintained proper chicken house temperature and ventilation controls.
- Supervised poultry farm employees.
- Monitored flock for signs of disease or physical distress and culled infirm individuals.
- Monitor, feed, and water throughout four poultry houses according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
- Inspected and repaired equipment throughout poultry houses and around property.
- Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized control rooms for optimal productivity.
Veterinary Technician & Receptionist
Lincolnton Animal Hospital
07.2013 - 06.2021
- Designed and created client education materials and marketing materials for hospital services.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Recommended and educated on Purina Prescription companion animal diets.
Science Teacher
Catawba County Schools
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development and curriculum expansion.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
Science Teacher
Hickory City Schools
02.2018 - 06.2018
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Demonstrated willingness to accept feedback and make corrections based on advice from peers, parents, and principal.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Advised Science Olympiad Team
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05.2012
Incomplete - Veterinary Medicine
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
Basseterre, St. Kitts Nevis05.2013
Skills
- Agribusiness Understanding
- Farm Management
- Self Motivation
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Livestock Care
- Animal Nutrition
- Animal Breeding
- Curriculum Development
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
Additional Information
North Carolina Cattlemen's Association
North Carolina Farm Bureau
North Carolina Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers
Nebraska Ag Teacher Boot Camp - University of Nebraska, College of Technical Agriculture
Midwest Beef Cattle Tour - Farm Bureau
Livestock Judging - FFA Competition
Poultry Judging - FFA Competition
Dairy Judging - FFA Competition
FFA Summer Camp
Cattle Handling Competition
Timeline
Poultry Farm Manager
Bowman Family Farms
01.2024 - Current
Agriculture Science Teacher
Catawba County Schools
08.2021 - Current
Science Teacher
Catawba County Schools
08.2018 - 06.2021
Science Teacher
Hickory City Schools
02.2018 - 06.2018
Veterinary Technician & Receptionist
Lincolnton Animal Hospital
07.2013 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Western Carolina University
Incomplete - Veterinary Medicine
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
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