Sara M Sawtelle, Ph.D.
Warren,PA
Summary
I am Former Public School Science Teacher
pursuing a full-time role that continues to use my skills of communicating, use of technology, and managing multiple tasks to support people in ways that help them succeed. A dependable candidate who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude, and a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher Middle & Secondary
Rockets Online Campus
Titusville, PA
08.2021 - 08.2025
- Year 1: Science 7, Science 8, Physical Science, Comprehensive Science, Chemistry, Biology
- Physics for one year, while searching for a certified teacher.
- Over the course of 4 years of service, the number of my courses increased to 9: Science 7, Science 8, Physical Science, Comprehensive Science, Biology, Ecology, Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, and Advanced Chemistry.
Adjunct Chemistry Instructor
Jamestown Community College
Jamestown, NY
01.2022 - 06.2024
High School Science Teacher
Forest Area School District – West Forest Secondary
Tionesta, PA
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Advanced Biology, Advanced Chemistry, Chemistry
- Engineering Design robotics/drones
- PA Stem Toolkit cohort
- Biology, Environmental Science, Physics (Emergency Certification), and 7th grade Science
- Worked with Learning Support team to reach the students that needed adaptations.
Business Owner and Photographer
S-Squared Photography
Granger, IN
01.2015 - 09.2020
- Business Goal: Provide quality lower-cost photos & videos for weddings, events, portraits, and family photography, focusing on the needs of the client.
High School Science Teacher
Elkhart Central High School
Elkhart, IN
07.2016 - 06.2018
- 9th grade Integrated Chemistry and Physics & Environmental Science.
- Worked with an interdisciplinary team to help the students transform from middle school to on-track to graduate.
- Early adopter of integrating technology into the classroom.
- Worked on lesson plans that integrated life skills into science with students learning to observe, learn and evaluate.
Long Term Substitute 7th Grade Science Teacher
Discovery Middle School
Granger, IN
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Preparing lessons, assessment plans, and grading
Substitute Teacher
Penn Harris Madison School Corp & Elkhart Community Schools
Elkhart, IN
08.2015 - 01.2016
Director of Scientific Affairs/ Support Systems
The BrainWare Company (previously known as: Learning Enhancement Corporation.)
Chicago, IL
05.2004 - 08.2009
- Lead Scientist for all products at TBC
- Provide expertise in translating brain research to practical tools that work
- Coordinate and manage all studies using products sold by TBC
- Create and lead professional development offerings: half-day to multiple day including mixed format
- Lead Scientific presenter
- Authored and edited papers (peer reviewed & non-peer reviewed)
- Executive assistant to the CEO and the Vice Presidents
- Part of the Sales and Marketing team to launch new product
- Coordinate communication between sales, marketing and product development to facilitate new product launch.
- Organize revalidation of new products
- Assisted the development team with the testing of new products
Instructor of Chemistry
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL
08.2005 - 12.2005
- Part-time night class instructor of Chemistry for Science Majors
Instructional Technology & Laptop Program Coordinator
The Culver Academies
Culver, IN
01.2002 - 04.2004
- Providing assistance for technology users
- Training, Problem Solving, Consulting with IT department
- Worked closely with Technology Educators to assess, implement, and develop technology uses within the curriculum.
- Taught a section of Chemistry as a bridge to demonstrate methods
- Coordinated and led school wide Laptop Initiative
- Maintained and developed the Instructional Technology Budget
- Supervised Instructional Technology Staff
Proprietor
Custom Staff Development
South Bend, IN
01.2001 - 04.2004
- Assisting clients with their computer needs: classes, special workshops, and implementation assistance.
- Customized solutions that meet the needs of the client
Training Director
Xcel Computer Systems, Inc.
Osceola, IN
04.1988 - 06.2001
- Scheduled, Managed, Taught and Created Courses
- Maintained Inventory for a 12-computer classroom
- Managed the instructors and curriculum
- Assisted in marketing of the training program
- Wrote and revised all training program materials
- A member of the Technical Support Team
- Certified Instructor of Auto CAD, Architectural Desktop, and Land Development.
- Resulted in the growth of a 50 student a year business to a 300 student a year business.
Manager, Technical Services/Research Scientist
Environmental Test Systems
Elkhart, IN
05.1997 - 04.1998
- Research and Development of new projects
- Technical Support of entire product line using phone calls, letters, and email to communicate.
- Presentations and articles explaining Chemistry to non-Chemists
- Complaint Processing and resolution
- Material Safety Data Sheet Administration
- Organized a quick and effective means to respond to any medical emergency involving any of the products produced by ETS
- Presentations to the Pool and Spa Industry.
Assistant Professor
Saint Mary’s College
Notre Dame, IN
08.1993 - 05.1997
- Teaching Analytical Chemistry, Instrumental Methods, and Liberal Arts Major Chemistry
- Lectures and Labs
- General Chemistry Labs.
- Designed a Laboratory Manual for Liberal Arts Majors centered on emphasizing difficult concepts with consumer awareness.
Assistant Professor
Memphis State University
Memphis, TN
08.1992 - 05.1993
- Teaching Analytical Chemistry, Instrumental Methods, Chemistry and General Chemistry Labs
- Research Project in conjunction with Dr. Randy Johnston.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Chemistry
Clarion University of PA
Clarion, PA01.1988
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA01.1992
Skills
- Tenured Teacher
- Communication Skills
- Ability to Present, Demonstrate, and communicate to a variety of audiences: professional to parent to student
- Self-motivated
- Positive Attitude
- Fluent in use of computers
- Faculty collaboration and support
- Technology integration
- Classroom management
- Student support
- Core curriculum development
- Instructional planning
Certification
- Science Teacher - Permanent Liscense
Timeline
Adjunct Chemistry Instructor
Jamestown Community College
01.2022 - 06.2024
Science Teacher Middle & Secondary
Rockets Online Campus
08.2021 - 08.2025
High School Science Teacher
Forest Area School District – West Forest Secondary
08.2018 - 06.2021
High School Science Teacher
Elkhart Central High School
07.2016 - 06.2018
Long Term Substitute 7th Grade Science Teacher
Discovery Middle School
01.2016 - 06.2016
Substitute Teacher
Penn Harris Madison School Corp & Elkhart Community Schools
08.2015 - 01.2016
Business Owner and Photographer
S-Squared Photography
01.2015 - 09.2020
Instructor of Chemistry
College of Lake County
08.2005 - 12.2005
Director of Scientific Affairs/ Support Systems
The BrainWare Company (previously known as: Learning Enhancement Corporation.)
05.2004 - 08.2009
Instructional Technology & Laptop Program Coordinator
The Culver Academies
01.2002 - 04.2004
Proprietor
Custom Staff Development
01.2001 - 04.2004
Manager, Technical Services/Research Scientist
Environmental Test Systems
05.1997 - 04.1998
Assistant Professor
Saint Mary’s College
08.1993 - 05.1997
Assistant Professor
Memphis State University
08.1992 - 05.1993
Training Director
Xcel Computer Systems, Inc.
04.1988 - 06.2001
Bachelor's Degree - Chemistry
Clarion University of PA
Ph.D. - Chemistry
Boston College