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Sara Blakely

Sara Blakely

Educator
Tuscola,Texas

Summary

Professional educator with high standards and results-driven approach. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and vocational training. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving educational goals. Recognized for adaptability and reliability in dynamic educational environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Family and Consumer Sciences/CTE Teacher

Wylie High School
08.2018 - Current

Taught the following classes:

Child Development, Principles of Human Services, Hospitality and Tourism, and Culinary Arts

  • Elevated student success by implementing differentiated instruction techniques.
  • Achieved higher student engagement by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities in classroom and lab setting, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
  • Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment in culinary lab.
  • Established goals for courses with organized outlines and detailed lessons.
  • Deployed technology and current research in instruction and monitored students' progress in use of online learning materials and technology.
  • Developed relationships with colleagues, sharing best practices and collaborating on curriculum development for improved teaching outcomes through a 3T program developed by administration.

Teacher's Aide

Wylie High School
08.2017 - 05.2018
  • Shadowed a student with Autism and assisted in Curriculum and Behavior Accommodations.
  • Assisted Behavior Coach with the SOAR Program or other teachers when needed.
  • Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
  • Partnered with teacher to modify lesson plans and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.

Computer Lab Aide

Wylie Intermediate
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Developed a technology-based curriculum, resulting in more effective and engaging learning experiences for students.
  • Supported a safe and productive learning environment by monitoring appropriate usage of equipment and internet resources in the computer lab.
  • Streamlined computer lab operations by organizing workstations, managing user accounts, and updating software regularly.

Physical Education Teacher’s Aide

Wylie Intermediate
12.2014 - 05.2016


  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives for 3rd and 4th grade students.
  • Organized and maintained inventory of equipment
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.


Substitute Teacher

Wylie ISD
10.2011 - 12.2014
  • All grades K-12
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Food Service Management

Johnson And Wales University
Charleston, SC
01.1999

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Johnson And Wales University
Charleston, SC
01.1997

No Degree - Nutrition

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
01.1996

Skills

    Taught high school students in the area of culinary arts with an emphasis on proper technical skills, safety, and teamwork in the culinary industry

  • Project-based learning
  • Collaborative teaching
  • Multimedia integration
  • Real-world application and workplace safety
  • Soft skills training and career guidance
  • Industry expertise
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

  • ServSafe Certification 11/4/2023
  • Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers Association 2023-2025

Timeline

Family and Consumer Sciences/CTE Teacher

Wylie High School
08.2018 - Current

Teacher's Aide

Wylie High School
08.2017 - 05.2018

Computer Lab Aide

Wylie Intermediate
08.2016 - 05.2017

Physical Education Teacher’s Aide

Wylie Intermediate
12.2014 - 05.2016

Substitute Teacher

Wylie ISD
10.2011 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Science - Food Service Management

Johnson And Wales University

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Johnson And Wales University

No Degree - Nutrition

Texas A&M University