Sara Scott
Fresno,CA
Summary
Accomplished Third Grade Teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
Lemoore Union Elementary School District
Lemoore, CA
08.2015 - Current
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Summer School Teacher
Lemoore Union Elementary School District
Lemoore, CA
06.2016 - Current
- Developed, implemented, and executed lesson plans, curriculum, and assessments
- Created and implemented behavior tools to optimize a positive classroom environment and foster student learning
- Worked with at-risk learners on fluency, sight words, reading skills, history, and science
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Summer School Substitute Teacher
Fresno Unified School District
Fresno, California
06.2015 - 07.2015
- Developed, implemented, and executed lesson plans, curriculum, and assessments
- Created and implemented behavior tools to optimize a positive classroom environment and foster student learning
- Worked with at-risk learners on fluency, writing skills, science, and history.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Substitute Teacher
Fresno Unified And Clovis Unified School Districts
Fresno, California
01.2013 - 06.2015
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Student Teacher
Clovis Unified School District
Clovis, California
08.2012 - 12.2012
- Experience in sixth grade and third grade classrooms
- Total of three weeks solo teaching; one week in 6th grade and two weeks in 3rd grade
- Interacted and communicated with diverse and low income student population and parents
- Created, implemented, evaluated, modified, and optimized lesson plans based on their effectiveness
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
Education
M.D. - Educational Theory and Technology
National University
La Jolla, CA03.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Credential Program
National University
La Jolla, CA01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
National University
La Jolla, CA05.2012
Associate of Arts - Business Software Applications
HEALD BUSINESS COLLEGE
Fresno, California05.2002
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom management
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Group leadership
- Learner assessment
- Curriculum Development
- Differentiated instruction
- Student engagement
- Classroom technology
- Student-centered learning
- Life Touch Yearbook Design expertise
Timeline
Summer School Teacher
Lemoore Union Elementary School District
06.2016 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
Lemoore Union Elementary School District
08.2015 - Current
Summer School Substitute Teacher
Fresno Unified School District
06.2015 - 07.2015
Substitute Teacher
Fresno Unified And Clovis Unified School Districts
01.2013 - 06.2015
Student Teacher
Clovis Unified School District
08.2012 - 12.2012
M.D. - Educational Theory and Technology
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Credential Program
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
National University
Associate of Arts - Business Software Applications
HEALD BUSINESS COLLEGE