Sarah Anderson
Hartville
Summary
Compassionate mentor willing to take on any challenge and offering several years of related work experience. Kind and mindful team player excited to work with people. Has a background in fostering personal and professional growth among diverse groups. Skilled in management of time and materials as well as helping each person develop to maximum potential.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
RESA Mentor
Summit Christian School
Cuyahoga Falls
08.2020 - 06.2024
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of new teachers through classroom observations
- Supported new teachers in implementing effective instructional strategies
- Attended trainings to help facilitate mentorship.
- Provided resources to help new teachers improve areas of growth.
First Grade Lead Teacher
Summit Christian School
Cuyahoga Falls
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive environment.
- Created engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Partnered with parents and colleagues to address individual student needs and support overall development.
- Guided other first grade teachers in their planning and classroom management.
- Mentored new teachers on effective instructional practices and curriculum standards during their RESA licenses.
First Grade Teacher
Heritage Christian School
Canton
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Incorporated materials to create classroom curriculum for reading.
- Facilitated hands-on activities to reinforce academic concepts and skills.
Secretary
DipTech Systems
Kent
08.2010 - 01.2016
- Answered incoming phone calls, responded to inquiries, and transferred calls.
- Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
- Performed data entry into computer systems; ensured accuracy of all entered information.
- Processed invoices for payment; tracked payments received from vendors and clients.
- Assisted with accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Akron
Akron, OH 08.2010 - 12.2014
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Mentorship facilitation
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Positive role model and mentor
Affiliations
- Taught Sunday school for eight years at Grace Baptist grades k-4.
- Lead and directed worship in youth department for four years at Grace Baptist.
- Help lead High School Youth department alongside husband for two years at Canton Baptist Temple.
- Lead discipleship groups for high school ladies for two years.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RESA Mentor
Summit Christian School
08.2020 - 06.2024
First Grade Lead Teacher
Summit Christian School
08.2017 - 06.2022
First Grade Teacher
Heritage Christian School
08.2016 - 06.2017
Secretary
DipTech Systems
08.2010 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Akron
08.2010 - 12.2014