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SAGE GEDDES

Nantucket

Summary

Passionate and nurturing elementary educator committed to whole-child development. I bring a strong foundation in K–8 education, differentiated instruction, and experiential learning. Seeking a teaching position at an independent school where I can create a supportive, inclusive classroom environment and inspire a lifelong love of learning through inquiry, creativity, and community engagement.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lower School Support Educator

Nantucket New School
03.2025 - 06.2025
  • Deliver academic support across lower elementary grades, with emphasis on individualized instruction and relationship building.
  • Lead small-group instruction in Singapore Math (2nd grade) and ELA.
  • Collaborate closely with lead teachers to adapt and implement curriculum.
  • Assist with classroom routines, behavior management, and student well-being.

Family Manager / Nanny

Private Family
09.2020 - 05.2025
  • Supported academic and developmental growth of children ages 0-7.
  • Integrated social-emotional learning and literacy-rich activities into daily routines.
  • Planned structured enrichment experiences tailored to individual interests.

Lead Teacher Intern

UMass Amherst, College of Education
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Taught full instructional day in a classroom of 15 students with diverse learning needs.
  • Designed IEP-aligned instruction and implemented differentiated strategies using assistive technologies.
  • Partnered with families, specialists, and support staff to ensure holistic student success.

Co-Teacher Intern

Greenfield Elementary
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Co-created lesson plans and assessments aligned with Massachusetts state standards.
  • Developed a positive classroom climate through community-building strategies.

Academic Tutor (2nd Grade)

Private Client
01.2016 - 03.2016
  • Delivered personalized tutoring in math and English.
  • Collaborated with families to align instruction with school goals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education (K–8)

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA
01.2020

B.A. - Foundational coursework

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Dartmouth, MA
01.2017

Honor Roll Graduate - undefined

Nantucket High School
Nantucket, MA
01.2016

Skills

  • Child-centered approach
  • Empathy
  • Equity
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Classroom collaboration
  • Classroom presence
  • Calm management style
  • Consistent management style
  • Outdoor education
  • Experiential learning
  • Course implementation
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Continuing education
  • Academic goals

Certification

  • Massachusetts Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement
  • Communication & Literacy, General Curriculum: Mathematics
  • Certified Red Cross Lifeguard & CPR
  • Certified Babysitter

Leadership And Enrichment

  • Founder, S.A.F.E.E. (Student Action for Empowerment Education) – Peer leadership and student voice
  • Member, Peers Promoting Action Awareness (P.P.A.A.) – Youth advocacy and decision-making
  • Mentor, Perfect Pals – Supported neurodiverse children through friendship and mentorship
  • Member, Spanish Club & Art Club – Enriched cultural awareness and creative expression

Timeline

Lower School Support Educator

Nantucket New School
03.2025 - 06.2025

Family Manager / Nanny

Private Family
09.2020 - 05.2025

Lead Teacher Intern

UMass Amherst, College of Education
01.2020 - 03.2020

Co-Teacher Intern

Greenfield Elementary
09.2019 - 12.2019

Academic Tutor (2nd Grade)

Private Client
01.2016 - 03.2016

B.A. - Foundational coursework

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

Honor Roll Graduate - undefined

Nantucket High School

Bachelor of Arts - Education (K–8)

University of Massachusetts Amherst

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