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Sara Turner

Abingdon,VA

Summary

Enthusiastic future educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Teacher

The Bradley Street Playschool
08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted the lead teacher in classroom management.
  • Created a positive and welcoming classroom environment.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
  • Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.


Substitute Teacher

Washington County, VA Public Schools
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.

Merchandise Associate/Cashier

TJ Maxx
08.2019 - 06.2023

Office Assistant

Clifton-Stewart
10.2021 - 10.2022

Education

Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
12.2025

High School Diploma -

Abingdon High School
Abingdon, VA
05.2021

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Adaptable
  • Student Engagement
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Behavior Management
  • Classroom Organization
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Lesson Plan Implementation
  • Lesson Planning
  • Elementary Education
  • Relationship Building
  • Enforcing Classroom Rules

Certification

  • Certified Paraprofessional Aide

References

-Mrs. Suzanne Belcher

Washington County Public Schools Teacher

shumphre@wcs.k12.va.us


-Mrs. Angela Owens

Washington County Public Schools Teacher

owens@wcs.k12.va.us


-Crystal Peek

Washington County 4-H Extension Agent

cpeek@vt.edu

Timeline

Assistant Teacher

The Bradley Street Playschool
08.2024 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Washington County, VA Public Schools
11.2023 - 05.2024

Office Assistant

Clifton-Stewart
10.2021 - 10.2022

Merchandise Associate/Cashier

TJ Maxx
08.2019 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education

Liberty University

High School Diploma -

Abingdon High School

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