Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Buffet Outstanding Teacher Award 1996
Interests
Timeline
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Sara Wachter

Omaha,NE

Summary

Accomplished Duchesne Preschool Director with a proven track record in early childhood education and parent communication. As founding Director of Duchesne Preschool, I spearheaded policy development and staff training, enhancing program quality and efficiency. Skilled in organizational planning and interpersonal communication, I significantly improved parent-teacher relationships and student enrollment processes.


Awards:

Buffet Award for Outstanding Teachers 1996

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Duchesne Preschool Director

Duchesne Academy
08.1998 - Current
  • Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
  • Developed strong parent-teacher relationships through effective communication and regular progress updates.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation for optimal program performance.
  • Provided training and professional development for teachers.
  • Maintain open, consistent communication with teachers through bi-monthly staff meetings, team level meetings, and annual reviews
  • Handled all student recruitment and enrollment process
  • Coordinated annual fund-raiser
  • Oversee security
  • maintain staff records for State inspection

Teacher - Grade 1

OPS - Belle Ryan School
08.1989 - 05.1998
  • Adapted lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learners, ensuring all students were challenged appropriately and supported in their academic growth.
  • Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Organized class field trips that enriched the curriculum, allowing students to make connections between classroom content and real-world experiences.
  • Implemented project-based learning activities, encouraging critical thinking skills and fostering creativity among students.
  • Incorporated social-emotional learning into daily lessons, promoting empathy, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making among students.
  • Improved students'' reading comprehension by implementing diverse teaching strategies and materials.
  • Increased parent involvement through regular communication channels such as newsletters, conferences, and volunteer opportunities within the classroom.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
  • Enhanced classroom management, establishing a positive learning environment with clear expectations and consistent consequences.

Teacher - Kindergarten

Christ The Kiong Catholic School
08.1984 - 06.1989
  • Continuously assessed student performance through various methods, allowing for targeted instructional adjustments based on individual needs.
  • Implemented positive behavior management strategies, fostering a supportive classroom atmosphere.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, creating a more cohesive learning environment for students.
  • Developed strong partnerships with parents, maintaining open lines of communication and encouraging collaboration in supporting student growth.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to ensure accountability and inform instructional decisions.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
  • Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
  • Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
  • Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and ensure individual student success.

Teacher

Sacred Heart on Sheridan Road
08.1983 - 06.1984


  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.

Education

Master of Science - Education Administration

University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE
05-1991

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Saint Mary's of Notre Dame
South Bend, Indiana
05-1983

High School Diploma -

Duchesne Academy
Omaha, NE
05-1979

Skills

  • Early childhood education
  • Parent communication
  • Child development expertise
  • Organization and Planning
  • Staff training
  • Classroom observation
  • Policy development
  • Staff management and support
  • Event planning
  • Education staffing
  • Admission procedures
  • Budget administration
  • Fundraising strategies
  • Marketing initiatives
  • Database management
  • Fostering positive environment
  • Compliance procedures
  • Team collaboration
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Critical thinking
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Epi-pen use
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Active listening

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 23 staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to create rosters, running budgets tracking spreadsheets for expenditures, event planning
  • .Expanded knowledge of Early Learning through Harvard Graduate School of Education on-line Certificate of Early Learning Program

Certification

CPR/First Aid/AED Certification

Blood Borne Pathogens

Buffet Outstanding Teacher Award 1996

Each year, Warren Buffet's committee reviews hundreds of teacher  nominations, and selects the top 15 educators in the Omaha Public School System for this award. The award included a $10,000 cash prize, a silver Buffet coin, and $500 in McDonald's certificates.

Interests

I am a life-long singer I sang with the Omaha Symphonic Chorus for 10 years, and for the auditioned Opera Omaha chorus for 15 years I continue to sing for my church and for weddings and funerals


I am an avid gardener and am happiest with my hands in the dirt all summer I enjoy painting, knitting, needlepoint, yoga, and walking

Timeline

Duchesne Preschool Director

Duchesne Academy
08.1998 - Current

Teacher - Grade 1

OPS - Belle Ryan School
08.1989 - 05.1998

Teacher - Kindergarten

Christ The Kiong Catholic School
08.1984 - 06.1989

Teacher

Sacred Heart on Sheridan Road
08.1983 - 06.1984

Master of Science - Education Administration

University of Nebraska At Omaha

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Saint Mary's of Notre Dame

High School Diploma -

Duchesne Academy

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