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
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
01.2022 - 06.2024
High School Science Teacher
Forest Area School District – West Forest Secondary
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
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
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
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Preparing lessons, assessment plans, and grading
Substitute Teacher
Penn Harris Madison School Corp & Elkhart Community Schools
08.2015 - 01.2016
Director of Scientific Affairs/ Support Systems
The BrainWare Company (previously known as: Learning Enhancement Corporation.)
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
08.2005 - 12.2005
- Part-time night class instructor of Chemistry for Science Majors
Instructional Technology & Laptop Program Coordinator
The Culver Academies
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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