Sara Harpainter
Copperopolis
Summary
Dedicated Special Education teacher with strong skills in collaborative teaching and student engagement. Proven ability to implement individualized education plans and monitor progress, fostering a positive learning environment that enhances student growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
SDC Teacher
River Island Academies
Lathrop, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with educational staff to enhance curriculum effectiveness and student engagement.
- Monitored student progress, providing timely feedback to foster academic growth.
- Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student performance and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Organized and facilitated inclusive classroom activities promoting social skills and teamwork.
- Established a positive learning environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Provided mentorship to new teachers, sharing best practices in classroom management and instruction methods.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual learning needs.
- Increased student motivation by incorporating real-world connections into lesson plans and assignments.
SDC Teacher
San Joaquin County Office of Education
Stockton, CA
07.2017 - 06.2022
- Led workshops on differentiated instruction techniques, enhancing teaching approaches across the school community.
- Implemented data-driven instructional practices that led to measurable improvement in student outcomes.
- Supported struggling students through targeted one-on-one tutoring sessions after school hours, resulting in increased academic achievement.
- Led professional development workshops for fellow educators on best practices in special education teaching strategies.
- Developed strong parent-teacher relationships through regular communication regarding students'' progress and upcoming opportunities for involvement in school events.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing consistent routines and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Education
University of The Pacific
Stockton, CA06-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Stanislaus
Turlock, CA05-2017
No Degree - Liberal Studies
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CASkills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Collaborative teaching
- Student engagement
- Visual supports
- Sensory integration strategies
- Social skills training
- Progress monitoring
- Project-based learning
- Assessment administration
Timeline
SDC Teacher
River Island Academies
07.2023 - Current
SDC Teacher
San Joaquin County Office of Education
07.2017 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Education
University of The Pacific
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Stanislaus
No Degree - Liberal Studies
Modesto Junior College