Sara Hillyard
Princeton,KY
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated education professional pursuing Bachelors of Science in Psychology. Have worked with high school students in dual credit courses helping them succeed in academics and the classroom. Seeking an opportunity to use my education, leadership, and psychology background to make a positive impact in education, student services, or a helping profession.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Dual Credit Assistant
Caldwell County High School
08.2021 - Current
- Provide support to high school students taking dual credit college classes.
- Monitored student success and provided additional academic support when needed.
- Communicated with teachers, college professors, students, and families.
- Kept student records and documentation up-to-date.
- Encouraged students to stay organized and turn in assignments on time.
- Supported teachers and classroom instruction.
Paraprofessional
Caldwell County High School
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Supported teachers with daily classroom instruction.
- One-on-One and small group with students who required additional academic support.
- Helped maintain a safe, positive, and encouraging classroom environment.
- Assisted with classroom management and daily learning activities.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, families, and other staff members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology Human Relations
Indiana Wesleyan University
12-2026
Skills
- Volunteered with community events that promoted student success and family involvement
- Classroom Assistance
- Tutoring Students
- Communication Skills
- Time Management
- Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint Google Suite
- Conducting Research & APA
- Team Player
- Problem Solver
- Written Communication
- Leadership
- Critical Thinking
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
- Assisting high school students in dual credit classes.
- Knowledge of child development and educational psychology.
- Experience with tutoring, organization, and motivating students.
- Focused on building rewarding relationships that enable students to grow.
- Passionate about continuous learning.
Timeline
Dual Credit Assistant
Caldwell County High School
08.2021 - Current
Paraprofessional
Caldwell County High School
08.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology Human Relations
Indiana Wesleyan University