Sara Wanis
Richmond,VA
Summary
Experienced as a Sunday school, Bible study, and summer academy teacher for several years, focusing on a welcoming and loving environment, as well as creating relationships among students. Former team manager at Panera Bread, developing strong leadership and customer service skills. Bilingual and pursuing a double degree in Biology and Psychology.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Bible Study Teacher
St. Mary & St. Philopater Mercurius Coptic Church
Richmond, VA
09.2023 - Current
- Bible study during winter.
- Provided engaging activities to help students understand and apply Biblical principles to their lives.
- Facilitated group discussions and reflections on Biblical texts to deepen student understanding.
Sunday School Teacher
St. Mary And St Philopater Mercurius Coptic Church
Richmond, VA
09.2021 - Current
- Organized and facilitated Sunday School classes for children ages 3 to 12 years old.
- Provided weekly lessons based on Biblical teachings and stories.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through rewards and recognition systems.
- Supported special events such as field trips and holiday parties for students.
Team Manager
Panera Bread
Richmond, VA
08.2019 - Current
- Created a positive work environment by setting clear expectations and providing resources necessary for success.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress on projects, provide updates on changes in policy or procedure, and address any issues that need to be addressed.
- Provided guidance, coaching and mentoring to individual team members as needed to help them reach their full potential.
Mahragan- Summer Academy Teacher
St. Mary & St. Philopater Mercurius Coptic Church
Richmond, VA
- Developed lesson plans for a summer academy program.
- Collaborated with other teachers to design interdisciplinary lessons.
- Conducted individualized instruction as needed.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students, such as hymns and memorization.
- Over the summer, start date 2023.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Minor in Chemistry
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA12-2024
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Parent Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Problem-Solving
- Reliability
- Time management abilities
- Bible Readings
- Bilingual
- Leadership
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited
Accomplishments
- #1 Teacher of the summer Academy, year 2024
- Dean's list for summer and fall of 2023, as well as spring 2024
- Panera Dream Project Scholarship (one of 25 chosen out of 30,000 applicants)
Timeline
Bible Study Teacher
St. Mary & St. Philopater Mercurius Coptic Church
09.2023 - Current
Sunday School Teacher
St. Mary And St Philopater Mercurius Coptic Church
09.2021 - Current
Team Manager
Panera Bread
08.2019 - Current
Mahragan- Summer Academy Teacher
St. Mary & St. Philopater Mercurius Coptic Church
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Minor in Chemistry
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
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