Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
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Karen Sargent

Karen Sargent

Humble,TX

Summary

Highly motivated and experienced educator, trainer, and program leader with 20+ years in teaching, curriculum development, including adult training. Skilled in mentoring, program management, and proficient in Spanish translation. Proven ability to design effective learning experiences, help students succeed, and coordinate events.

Experienced with coordinating administrative tasks and maintaining organized office environments. Utilizes organizational skills to enhance team efficiency and support operations. Track record of effective communication and multitasking to meet diverse administrative needs.


Professional office support specialist with extensive experience in administrative functions and office management. Known for reliability and adapting to dynamic work environments. Excellent organizational abilities and collaborative mindset ensure seamless team operations and goal achievement.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant & Program Director

Be The Word Ministry
01.2022 - Current
  • Develop, write and edit content including blogs and Facebook.
  • Manage scheduling and calendar coordination for senior leadership.
  • Oversee academy programs and develop curriculum

Educator & Translator

The Ark Church
03.2016 - Current
  • Lead adult Bible study program- create engaging studies and study materials, and facilitate learning, discipleship, and fellowship
  • Deliver real-time Spanish translations for services and events.
  • Direct the ESL Program including curriculum and teachers, and provide ESL instruction for adults

Assistant Aquatics Manager

FINS Swim School
07.2014 - Current
  • Train, evaluate, and mentor new hires; create and present monthly staff development
  • Fins Elite Instructor: Assist swimmers of all ages and abilities to improve their swimming. Implement techniques and drills to develop better skills for competitive swimmers
  • Ensure quality control and safety protocol

Homeschool Educator

Independent
08.2015 - 05.2025
  • Taught core subjects from third grade to high school; tracked academic progress.
  • Coordinated field trips, extracurricular activities, and individualized learning.
  • Developed customized lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and learning styles.

Teacher

Home Run Ministries
01.2018 - 01.2025
  • Taught middle school Earth Sciences/Zoology
  • Taught high school Spanish I & II.
  • Developed curricula, managed parent communication, and led engaging instruction.

Elementary Teacher

White Oak Elementary
08.1989 - 05.1994
  • Taught all subjects for 3rd grade, focusing on foundational academic growth and parent partnerships.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student participation.

Education

B.S. in Education - Elementary Education

Indiana University
Indianapolis, IN

Skills

  • Curriculum Development & Instruction
  • Training & Team Leadership
  • Spanish Fluency (Speaking/Writing/Translating)
  • Public Speaking & Community Engagement
  • Writing, Editing
  • Event Planning & Coordination

Accomplishments

  • Trained and mentored dozens of aquatics instructors, ensuring curriculum consistency and safety at FINS Swim School.

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Administrative Assistant & Program Director

Be The Word Ministry
01.2022 - Current

Teacher

Home Run Ministries
01.2018 - 01.2025

Educator & Translator

The Ark Church
03.2016 - Current

Homeschool Educator

Independent
08.2015 - 05.2025

Assistant Aquatics Manager

FINS Swim School
07.2014 - Current

Elementary Teacher

White Oak Elementary
08.1989 - 05.1994

B.S. in Education - Elementary Education

Indiana University
Karen Sargent