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Sara Botelho

Norwalk,CT

Summary

Elementary School Teacher with 20+ year of experience teaching in grades K-3 and in collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers engaging classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches. Seeking a position to continue to help children increase their knowledge and unlock their potential.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

Fox Run Elementary School
08.2003 - Current
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Taught after school math and reading programs
  • Attended and participated in family events held at school

Elementary School Teacher

Stillmeadow Elementary School
08.1999 - 06.2003
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.

Education

Master of Science - Remedial Reading And Language Arts

University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT
06.2010

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA
05.1998

Skills

  • Classroom Practices
  • Safe, Positive Learning Environment
  • Classroom Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Communication with Families

Certification

Professional Certificate:

Early Childhood Education

Pre-K - 3

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher

Fox Run Elementary School
08.2003 - Current

Elementary School Teacher

Stillmeadow Elementary School
08.1999 - 06.2003

Master of Science - Remedial Reading And Language Arts

University of Bridgeport

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Fitchburg State University

Professional Certificate:

Early Childhood Education

Pre-K - 3

Sara Botelho