Sara Boone
Education
Spartanburg,SC
Summary
A highly skilled professional with expertise in written and verbal communication, effective communication, and computer literacy. Demonstrates strong record-keeping abilities and excels in relationship-building and multimedia instruction. Committed to leveraging these skills to enhance organizational effectiveness and foster collaborative environments.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Spartanburg School District Six (Lone Oak Elem.)
Spartanburg, South Carolina
07.2019 - Current
- Created and updated attendance records to check the regularity of students on day-to-day basis.
- Used behaviour management techniques to maintain positive learning environments.
- Fulfilled curriculum requirements by planning and delivering engaging lessons.
- Regularly updated parents about their child's progress maintaining open lines of communication.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively, ensuring an optimal learning environment for all students.
- Encouraged active participation in class discussions, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Helped children to reach full potential across multiple primary subjects using blend of modern and traditional teaching techniques.
- Organised and took part in school events, outings and activities happening during weekends and evenings.
- Maintained daily records of class attendance and liaised with caregivers to address issues.
- Devised homework to enhance student learning and confidence.
- Conducted parent-teacher meetings to discuss pupil progress and behaviour issues.
- Adapted teaching styles for varying student capabilities and requirements.
- Participated in continuous professional development workshops staying abreast of latest teaching methodologies.
- Established strong, supportive relationships with families, encouraging parental involvement to boost children's achievement.
- Created daily lesson plans targeted to current curriculum standards.
- Collaborated with teaching teams to implement improved learning schemes.
- Cultivated welcoming, positive classroom environment, encouraging children to express opinions, thoughts and feelings.
- Utilised visual aids and classroom displays to support engaging lesson delivery and enhance student understanding.
- Integrated creative learning strategies, such as games and team-building exercises, resulting in increased classroom engagement.
- Safeguarded security of all students and intervened in cases of conflict between students.
- Coordinated educational school trips to broaden student learning.
- Assisted students of diverse backgrounds with navigating educational environments and learning subject material.
- Organised school trips as a means of enhancing experiential learning opportunities for pupils.
Elementary Teacher
Spartanburg District 3 (Pacolet Elem.)
Pacolet, South Carolina
07.2005 - 06.2019
Elementary Teacher
Union County Schools (Foster Park Elem.)
Union, SC
08.1998 - 06.2005
Cashier
CVS
Spartanburg, South Carolina
10.1988 - 08.1989
- Handled cash and card payments with precision, maintaining customer confidentiality and discretion throughout.
- Completed opening and closing procedures each day.
- Balanced till at end of day, maintaining accurate records.
- Greeted each customer warmly, creating a friendly shopping environment.
- Handled high volumes of transactions during holiday seasons efficiently.
- Maintained clean and organised workspace to ensure efficient service.
- Demonstrated patience while dealing with difficult customers, maintaining professionalism.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Handled currency payments, secured funds in register and prepared deposits at end of day.
- Scanned products quickly, memorising codes and prices for unmarked products.
- Processed sales, exchange and refund transactions efficiently to reduce customer waiting times.
- Assisted with cashier close-down by counting drawer change and processing vouchers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing issues and concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Clemson University
Clemson 08.1989 - 05.1993
Skills
- Written and verbal communication
- Effective communication
- Computer literacy
- Record-keeping
- Relationship-building
- Multimedia instruction
Affiliations
- Reading, shopping, learning new things
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year, 2015
Certification
Bachelors + 18 hours
Numerous recertifications in teaching and
trainings/professional development
Career Change
I have been an elementary teacher for 32 years. I am currently looking for a new "adventure". I want to work in an environment where I interact with other people, learn new skills, and love what I do! I am adaptable, and a quick learner. I am seeking a new career where I can use the skills I've learned in education to be a productive member of an excellent team.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Spartanburg School District Six (Lone Oak Elem.)
07.2019 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Spartanburg District 3 (Pacolet Elem.)
07.2005 - 06.2019
Elementary Teacher
Union County Schools (Foster Park Elem.)
08.1998 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Clemson University
08.1989 - 05.1993
Cashier
CVS
10.1988 - 08.1989
Bachelors + 18 hours
Numerous recertifications in teaching recertification
Trainings/professional development
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