Sara Bounds
Faison,North Carolina
Summary
Diligent Assistant Principal and seasoned educator with Duplin and Wayne County Schools, demonstrating exceptional instructional leadership and parent engagement. Spearheaded intervention programs, significantly enhancing student achievement. Skilled in data-driven instruction and fostering positive school cultures, my approach combines discipline enforcement with empathetic parent rapport-building, driving academic success and inclusive learning environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Duplin County Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school.
Fifth Grade Teacher
Duplin County Schools
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Third Grade Teacher
Wayne County Public Schools
08.2003 - 06.2020
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for students requiring additional support, increasing academic achievement across all subjects.
Education
Master of School Administration - Educational Leadership And Management
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC05-2023
Master of Arts - Elementary Education K-6
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2003
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Parent engagement and communication
- Student achievement
- Data-driven instruction
- Discipline and policy enforcement
- Parent rapport-building
Accomplishments
2004-2005 Carver Elementary Beginning Teacher of the Year
2019-2020 Carver Elementary Teacher of the Year
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Duplin County Schools
08.2023 - Current
Fifth Grade Teacher
Duplin County Schools
04.2021 - 06.2023
Third Grade Teacher
Wayne County Public Schools
08.2003 - 06.2020
Master of School Administration - Educational Leadership And Management
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Master of Arts - Elementary Education K-6
East Carolina University
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