Sara Burnett
Union City,TN
Summary
Elementary teacher with 18 years of teaching experience in multiple subject areas and grade levels—all within the same school district. Proven reliability and dedication.
Fifteen years of teaching math and other core subjects at the elementary level. Three years of teaching PreK-8th grade Computer Science.
Detail oriented and highly skilled in breaking down state standards for more precise curriculum alignment. Tech savvy and enjoys doing thorough research.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
K-8 Computer Science Teacher & Yearbook Sponsor
Obion County School System-Hillcrest Elementary
07.2022 - Current
- Encouraged peer collaboration through group projects and presentations, fostering teamwork skills among students
- Developed customized lesson plans to fill gaps in curriculum and state standards.
- Incorporated online resources such as interactive tutorials and coding platforms into lessons, boosting student engagement levels.
- Delivered engaging curriculum through diverse methods of classroom instruction, computer lab activities and online learning.
- Collaborated with other teachers on interdisciplinary projects, integrating computer science concepts across various subjects.
- Developed customized lesson plans for diverse learning abilities, leading to improved understanding of complex concepts.
- Digitally edited and created yearbook content.
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Obion County School System-Hillcrest Elementary
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices in teaching methods.
- Utilized various assessment tools to track student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly based on this data.
- Established and adjusted instructional goals and objectives to reflect district or school goals, curriculum policies and progress and needs of students.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- 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.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Taught core subjects of math and science.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Obion County Schools- Hillcrest Elementary School
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Engaged in professional development to remain updated on educational trends and curriculum standards.
- Developed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and real-life connections, promoting critical thinking skills.
- Taught language arts, math, science and social studies.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Created lesson plans and assessments 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.
Second Grade Teacher
Obion County Schools-Lake Road & Black Oak Elementary
07.2006 - 05.2019
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Encouraged student engagement by incorporating interactive games and hands-on activities into lessons.
- Created instructional plans to adhere to district guidelines, state standards, and test preparation.
- Engaged in training sessions to remain updated on modern teaching methodologies.
- Instructed core subjects including language arts, math, science, and social studies.
- Utilized multimedia resources and technology to enrich student learning experiences.
- 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 or altered assessments to better suit skills being tested.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Tennessee, Martin
Martin, TN05.2006
Skills
- Adept in technology, Microsoft Office
- Quickly learns how to utilize and apply new tools, programs, and websites
- Teaching methodologies
- Lesson plan development
- Search engine optimization
- Content generation
- Student learning goal setting to coincide with curriculum state standards
- Curriculum development
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
K-8 Computer Science Teacher & Yearbook Sponsor
Obion County School System-Hillcrest Elementary
07.2022 - Current
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Obion County School System-Hillcrest Elementary
07.2021 - 05.2022
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Obion County Schools- Hillcrest Elementary School
07.2019 - 05.2021
Second Grade Teacher
Obion County Schools-Lake Road & Black Oak Elementary
07.2006 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Tennessee, Martin
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