Sara Cooper
Lake Jackson,TX
Summary
Learning and Development professional with 5+ years of experience in designing learner-centered content and simplifying complex information. Skilled in instructional design, and performance-focused strategies, supporting diverse learners through adaptable content. Skilled in content development and facilitation, with a strong ability to manage multiple priorities while enhancing engagement and retention.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Reading & Language Arts Teacher
Brazosport ISD
Lake Jackson, USA
01.2022 - Current
- Leveraged performance data, benchmark assessments, and progress-monitoring metrics to identify skill gaps and implement targeted learning strategies, increasing learners at/above benchmark from 52% to 62% while reducing below-level performance by 10%.
- Designed and facilitated targeted intervention and reinforcement initiatives focused on learner performance and engagement, resulting in 80% of learners meeting required proficiency standards and 60% achieving grade-level mastery benchmarks.
- Drove measurable learner growth through differentiated support strategies, with 60% of learners improving reading proficiency levels from beginning-of-year to end-of-year assessments.
- Managed caseload of 17 high-support learners by implementing individualized learning strategies and adaptive content solutions to enhance academic performance.
- Designed and facilitated learner-centered content and instructional experiences tailored to diverse learning styles, performance levels, and support needs.
- Rapidly synthesized large amounts of academic and behavioral data to create actionable, learner-focused support plans and instructional resources.
- Designed modular learning materials, visual resources, guided workflows, and reinforcement tools to improve learner engagement, retention, and task completion.
- Collaborated with administrators, intervention specialists, counselors, case managers, and families to create a supportive network that fostered student success.
- Facilitated learning experiences for 100+ learners annually while balancing evolving priorities, operational deadlines, and individualized learner needs.
- Adapted communication styles, instructional methods, and content delivery based on learner feedback, engagement trends, and performance outcomes.
- Supported onboarding and reinforcement of digital tools, classroom systems, operational procedures, and learning expectations through structured guidance and coaching.
- Maintained accurate documentation and progress tracking to ensure effective communication with stakeholders and uphold organizational standards.
- Thrived in high-change environments requiring adaptability, problem-solving, relationship management, and continuous improvement.
Flight Attendant
Spirit Airlines
Las Vegas, USA
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Communicated guidance and support in high-pressure, fast-paced environments to ensure safety and customer satisfaction.
- Managed conflict resolution and customer concerns, fostering strong interpersonal relationships in rapidly changing situations.
- Simplified complex procedures and safety expectations into accessible, actionable instructions for diverse audiences.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure operational consistency, compliance, and positive customer experiences.
- Demonstrated strong self-management, communication, and problem-solving skills while balancing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Lodging Manager
Barkaritaville Pet Resort
Corpus Christi & San Antonio, USA
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Coordinated daily operations, employee support, scheduling, and client communication to enhance service efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
- Trained and supported new team members on operational procedures, customer service expectations, and workflow processes.
- Developed organized systems and processes that strengthened communication and accountability, ensuring operational consistency.
- Managed competing priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail, organization, and customer experience.
- Cultivated trusted relationships with clients through effective communication and problem-solving, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree of Agriculture - Animal Science
Texas A&M University
KingsvilleSkills
- Instructional Design
- Learner-centered design
- Learning Facilitation
- Content design
- Training materials development
- Content Writing & Editing
- Digital & Blended Learning
- Engagement strategies
- Performance strategies
- Experience design
- Gap analysis
- Data-driven decisions
- LMS proficiency
- Office software proficiency
- Visual design
- Project management
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Adaptability
- Process documentation
- Process documentation
Certification
Texas Teaching Certification
Timeline
5th Grade Reading & Language Arts Teacher
Brazosport ISD
01.2022 - Current
Flight Attendant
Spirit Airlines
01.2019 - 01.2022
Lodging Manager
Barkaritaville Pet Resort
01.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor’s Degree of Agriculture - Animal Science
Texas A&M University