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Sara Hepner

Oak Park

Summary

Dedicated education professional with leadership and mentoring experience. Skilled in designing interventions and curriculum adaptations for at-risk students, improving academic outcomes through individualized instruction and collaboration. Strong in fostering positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues to create inclusive learning environments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

AT RISK INTERVENTION TEACHER (6th-8th)

Laurus Academy
08.2024 - Current
  • Designed and implemented targeted intervention plans & small group instruction for at-risk students using data-driven insights to close achievement gaps
  • Collaborated with teachers and counselors to deliver differentiated instruction, addressing behavioral and academic needs for at-risk students
  • Provided mentoring & coaching to new team members & teachers, enhancing their skills & boosting team performance through structured guidance & support

3RD GRADE TEACHER

James Stephens Elementary
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Analyzed student/grade level data to guide targeted instruction & implement student-centered interventions
  • Led grade-level Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings to drive collaboration and improve instruction quality
  • Co-facilitator for District-level Professional Development sessions as Leading & Learning math liaison

2ND GRADE TEACHER

Laurus Academy
08.2018 - 06.2019
  • Delivered individualized and small-group instruction to support below-grade-level learners in achieving academic milestones and gains across all core subjects
  • Spearheaded cross-curricular initiatives to develop critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning
  • Mentored and coached new teachers, fostering collaboration within and across grade levels

1ST & 3RD GRADE TEACHER

South Pointe Scholars
08.2012 - 06.2018
  • Collaborated with paraprofessionals and intervention teams to implement personalized lessons, resulting in over 200% growth in Math and ELA
  • Supported ESOL students by creating inclusive lesson plans tailored to meet diverse learning needs

K & 1ST GRADE TEACHER

University Preparatory Academy
08.2010 - 06.2012
  • Designed & implemented project-based learning curriculum that aligned with state standards, increasing parental involvement & collaboration amongst parents & staff
  • Skilled in creating engaging and inclusive classroom environments, resulting in increased student engagement and decreased behavioral issues

Education

Educational Leadership

Grand Valley State University

BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - Inclusive Elementary & Special Education

Syracuse University

Skills

  • Facilitator for District Level Professional Development
  • Clinical Educator Certified
  • Cooperative Lead Teacher
  • Mentor Teacher
  • Founding Board Member of Parent Teacher Organization
  • Founding Member of TALMA: Summer Program in Israel teaching English as a Second Language
  • Founding Member of Academic Intervention Team

Certification

MICHIGAN PROFESSIONAL: Elementary, K-5


FLORIDA PROFESSIONAL: Elementary, K-5

  • Exceptional Student Education K-12
  • Educational Leadership
  • Reading Endorsement

Timeline

AT RISK INTERVENTION TEACHER (6th-8th)

Laurus Academy
08.2024 - Current

3RD GRADE TEACHER

James Stephens Elementary
08.2021 - 05.2024

2ND GRADE TEACHER

Laurus Academy
08.2018 - 06.2019

1ST & 3RD GRADE TEACHER

South Pointe Scholars
08.2012 - 06.2018

K & 1ST GRADE TEACHER

University Preparatory Academy
08.2010 - 06.2012

Educational Leadership

Grand Valley State University

BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - Inclusive Elementary & Special Education

Syracuse University

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