Sara Schnell
K-6 Computer Science Teacher
Bushnell,NE
Summary
Dynamic Computer Science Teacher with strong background in teaching complex technology in digestible terms with over 13 years of experience teaching meaningful curriculum plans and developing young minds. 4 years of expertise in developing and implementing computer science curriculum. Talented in teaching students hands-on technical lessons and critical-thinking methods to achieve specific goals. Highly adept at monitoring student growth to offer guidance to struggling students while challenging students who excel in grasping technology quickly. Talented at breaking down instructional steps and providing simple analogies to foster comprehension.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
Years of post-secondary education
1
1
K-8 Computer science education Certification
Work History
K-6 Computer Science Teacher
Laramie County School Dst 2
Pine Bluffs, Wyoming
08.2018 - Current
- Compiled relevant assignments to bolster student understanding of class concepts.
- Delivered engaging curriculum through diverse methods of classroom instruction, computer lab activities and online learning systems.
- Tested and evaluated student progress to determine effectiveness and impact of teaching methods, materials and projects.
- Planned and implemented curriculum to teach up-to-date technology to 600 students.
- Taught blockly coding language according to age group.
- Attended professional development technology courses to increase knowledge base and learn new information.
- Taught correct hand placement for typing and basic computer skills.
- Compiled, administered and graded assigned work to others.
Teacher
Laramie County School Dst 2
Pine Bluffs, WY
08.2011 - 07.2018
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student learning and enrichment.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
- Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
Teacher
Laramie County School Dst 1
Cheyenne, WY
08.2009 - 07.2011
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
- Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student learning and enrichment.
- Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University Of Wyoming
Laramie, WYMaster of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Chadron State College
Chadron, NEEndorsement - K-8 Computer Science Education
Northwestern College
Orange City, IA 08.2019 - 12.2020
Skills
Instructional best practicesKind and empathetic educatorCritical thinkingStudent engagementTechnological instruction
Computer Science instruction
Adept in technology
Coding languages
Colleague collaborations
Computer science curriculum
Beginning to advanced teaching expertise
Programming
Decision Making
Progress reporting
Group and individual instruction
Affiliations
- Member of National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
- Member of International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
- Member of Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA)
Accomplishments
- Curriculum Development
Aligned and wrote district curriculum for first grade social studies - Curriculum Design
Designed, developed and implemented math assessments for first grade. - Standards Review
- Designed and developed state standards for computer science with state review committee
- Presented at NETA in 2021
Certification
K-8 Computer Science Education License
Timeline
K-8 Computer Science Education License
02-2020
Endorsement - K-8 Computer Science Education
Northwestern College
08.2019 - 12.2020
K-6 Computer Science Teacher
Laramie County School Dst 2
08.2018 - Current
Code.org Discoveries Training
06-2018
Teacher
Laramie County School Dst 2
08.2011 - 07.2018
Teacher
Laramie County School Dst 1
08.2009 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University Of Wyoming
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Chadron State College