Sara Gillette
Antioch,IL
Summary
Dedicated and collaborative educator with over 20 years of experience in elementary and middle school education. National Board Certified Teacher with expertise in mentoring, coaching, and facilitating data-driven instructional practices to improve student achievement. Proven ability to lead professional development, implement multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), and foster inclusive learning environments. Passionate about closing achievement gaps and building strong school-home connections.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Music Teacher
North Shore School District 112
08.2017 - Current
- Delivered engaging, standards-aligned music instruction to diverse learners in grades kindergarten through fifth grade.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
- Promoted inclusivity within the music program by designing accessible lessons and accommodating special needs students whenever possible.
- Used data-driven practices to assess student growth and tailor instructional strategies
- Mentor and coach colleagues on effective teaching practices, fostering professional growth
- Contributed to school-wide improvement initiatives as a member of the school leadership team. Designed and implemented professional development sessions to share best practices with colleagues.
Certified Mentor-Coach
National Board Resource Center, Illinois State University
01.2022 - Current
- Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support.
- Monitored mentee performance consistently, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting mentorship approaches accordingly.
- Developed trust-based relationships with mentees through active listening and empathetic communication.
Scoring Supervisor
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (via Pearson)
08.2019 - Current
- Supervised and guide scoring teams in assessing teacher certification submissions for rigor and consistency
- Provided actionable feedback to scoring professionals, ensuring alignment with standards and criteria
edTPA Scorer
Pearson
01.2020 - Current
- Upheld the integrity of assessment results by adhering to established ethical guidelines and best practices in educational testing.
- Achieved consistent results through meticulous attention to detail during all stages of the scoring process.
Middle School Music Teacher
North Chicago School Dist 187
08.2005 - 08.2017
- Secured grant funding for various school improvement projects, enhancing educational resources available to students.
- Served as Fine/Applied Arts and Physical Education Department Chair.
- Member of District Teacher Leader Cohort.
- Implemented and monitored school improvement initiatives as a part of a federal school improvement grant.
Education
Master of Education - Teacher Leadership
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN12-2024
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Lawrence University
Appleton01-2002
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective leadership
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Curriculum Design & Alignment
- Evidence-Based Interventions
- Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
- SEL Program Integration
Certification
- Illinois Professional Educator's License, Elementary and Secondary Education. Music Endorsement with a Master Teacher Designation.
- National Board Certified Teacher, NBPTS. Early Adolescent Young Adult Music. Certification Achieved December 2018. Maintained December 2022.
Timeline
Certified Mentor-Coach
National Board Resource Center, Illinois State University
01.2022 - Current
edTPA Scorer
Pearson
01.2020 - Current
Scoring Supervisor
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (via Pearson)
08.2019 - Current
Elementary Music Teacher
North Shore School District 112
08.2017 - Current
Middle School Music Teacher
North Chicago School Dist 187
08.2005 - 08.2017
- Illinois Professional Educator's License, Elementary and Secondary Education. Music Endorsement with a Master Teacher Designation.
- National Board Certified Teacher, NBPTS. Early Adolescent Young Adult Music. Certification Achieved December 2018. Maintained December 2022.
Master of Education - Teacher Leadership
American College of Education
Bachelor of Music - Music Education
Lawrence University
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