Hi, I’m
Sara Lathrem
La Porte,TX
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Summary
Seasoned Teacher with over 17years of experience. Successful in designing engaging lesson plans and integrating educational technology to drive retention, comprehension and participation. Accomplished in cultivating long-term relationships with students and families working in fast-paced academic environments.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Rizzuto Elementary, La Porte ISD
June Summer School - 3rd. Grade Reading
2023.06 - 2023.07 (1 month)
Job overview
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Planned and delivered 4 weeks reading instruction to 26 students.
Rizzuto Elementary, LPISD
2021-2023 Departmentalized 2nd Grade Reading /SS
2021.08 - 2023.05 (1 year & 9 months)
Job overview
- Taught lessons encompassing range of skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive environments.
- Implemented reading lessons for 64 third grade students.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
LPISD - District Wide
Second Semester 2020-2021 - 4th Grade Virtual ED
2021.01 - 2021.05 (4 months)
Job overview
- Class was held on Zoom or Microsoft Teams daily, multiple times. Curriculum was converted into online forms or created.
- Provided tutoring and after school assistance to students requiring additional help with various subjects.
- Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues.
- Affirmatively communicated and promoted a positive attitude with each and every student.
Rizzuto Elementary, LPISD
3rd Grade Teacher- Reading, Writing, Grammar, SS
2017.08 - 2021.12 (4 years & 4 months)
Job overview
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop and evaluate school programs including IStation and DRA by sharing student success data and insights.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Implemented improvements to improve behavior of class and individual students.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Upheld commitment to educational excellence and fostered atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests
Rizzuto Elementary, LPISD
2nd Grade Teacher - Reading, Writing Science
Job overview
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings
Rizzuto Elementary, LPISD
1st Grade Teacher - 2007-2008
Job overview
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
Williams Elementary, Pasadena
First Grade Teacher
2006.08 - 2007.05 (9 months)
Job overview
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive environments.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
Science of Teaching Reading
from 60 Hours Completed
2023
ESL Certified
2021
Sam Houston State University , Huntsville, TX
Bachelors of Science from EC-4 Generalist
2006
Skills
- Standardized testing scoring
- Tutoring
- Positive learning environment
- Student engagement
- Student-centered learning
- Kind and empathetic educator
- Time Management / flexibility
- UIL Coach
- Summer school teacher
- School safety
Accomplishments
- Campus Teacher of The Year 2013-2014
- Hosted Student teacher's during their internship
- Grant Recipient 2012, 2018
- Supervised team of 5 staff members while teaching first grade
- UIL Coach for Dictionary Skills 6 years
- Conducted Staff Training - Fundamental 5 book study
Availability
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Timeline
June Summer School - 3rd. Grade Reading
Rizzuto Elementary, La Porte ISD
2023.06 - 2023.07 (1 month)
2021-2023 Departmentalized 2nd Grade Reading /SS
Rizzuto Elementary, LPISD
2021.08 - 2023.05 (1 year & 9 months)
Second Semester 2020-2021 - 4th Grade Virtual ED
LPISD - District Wide
2021.01 - 2021.05 (4 months)
3rd Grade Teacher- Reading, Writing, Grammar, SS
Rizzuto Elementary, LPISD
2017.08 - 2021.12 (4 years & 4 months)
First Grade Teacher
Williams Elementary, Pasadena
2006.08 - 2007.05 (9 months)
2nd Grade Teacher - Reading, Writing Science
Rizzuto Elementary, LPISD
1st Grade Teacher - 2007-2008
Rizzuto Elementary, LPISD
Science of Teaching Reading
from 60 Hours Completed
ESL Certified
Sam Houston State University
Bachelors of Science from EC-4 Generalist
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