Sara Vos
Elementary Teacher
Ann Arbor,MI
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Summary
Dedicated and passionate educator with proven track record successfully developing classroom rapport and providing individualized instruction. Communicates effectively with administrators, faculty and parents. Well versed in educational standards and innovative teaching methods.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Elementary Building Substitute Teacher
Martin Luther King Elementary
Ann Arbor, MI
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent work and trusted performance.
- Upheld classroom routines and executed positive discipline to promote learning initiatives.
District Substitute Teacher
Ann Arbor Public Schools
Ann Arbor, MI
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts while maintaining accurate notes and files.
Writing Tutor
Vos Holistic Services LLC
Ann Arbor, MI
09.2011 - Current
- Provided individual tutoring sessions for students struggling in composition writing.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns related to students' writing weaknesses and strengths.
Communications Strategist
Dr. Jeanine Staples, Professor, Penn State
State College, PA
05.2018 - 01.2022
- Used measurements and assessments to evaluate success of marketing collateral and communication materials.
- Built and maintained relationships with marketing, sales, and service partners to implement communication plans.
Partnerships Coordinator
Detroit Public Schools
Detroit, MI
02.2008 - 08.2010
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents between schools and stakeholders using job-related software..
- Worked cooperatively with principals, PTO's, teachers, administrators, parents, and students to reach partnership educational objectives.
Education
Interim Teaching Certificate - Elementary Education
03.2023 - 07.2026
- Relevant Coursework: Trauma-Informed Equity-Centered Education; Elementary Literacy Essentials; Classroom Management as a Curriculum of Justice and Care
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature; Sociology
09.2003 - 08.2010
- Relevant Coursework: Social Inequalities; Community Action for Social Change; English and Sociology teaching tracts.
- Extracurricular Activities: Kiwanis Club, SAPAC Peer Educator, Couzens Hall health advisor
Skills
Adaptability
Relationship building and management
Continuous learner
Critical thinking
Organization and time management
Positive discipline
Positive role model
Ability to engage
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Behavior management
Conflict resolution
Using varied teaching methodologies
Communication skills & empathy
Accomplishments
- 2023 Community Choice Foundation Scholarship Recipient for Community Activism.
- 2015 Rising Phoenix Award Finalist.
- 2010 MADE and Redbook Magazine essay winner in support of "Love Is Not Abuse" curriculum.
Work Availability
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Timeline
University of Michigan School of Education - Interim Teaching Certificate, Elementary Education
03.2023 - 07.2026
Elementary Building Substitute Teacher - Martin Luther King Elementary
10.2022 - 06.2023
District Substitute Teacher - Ann Arbor Public Schools
11.2021 - 10.2022
Communications Strategist - Dr. Jeanine Staples, Professor, Penn State
05.2018 - 01.2022
Writing Tutor - Vos Holistic Services LLC
09.2011 - Current
Partnerships Coordinator - Detroit Public Schools
02.2008 - 08.2010
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Arts, English Language And Literature; Sociology
09.2003 - 08.2010