Sarah Autry
Science Educator
Columbus,GA
Summary
Highly qualified Science Teacher with 29 years of experience teaching middle and high school Life Science, Physical Science, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Chemistry, and Test Prep. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons and exciting science demonstrations. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Science Teacher
Central High School
Phenix City, AL
08.2018 - Current
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
Science Teacher
Carver High School
Columbus, United States
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Maintained assignment grades and worked closely with students needing additional mentoring.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Planned and escorted student field trips relevant to current science course work.
- Demonstrated willingness to accept feedback and make corrections based on advice from peers, parents, and principal.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
Science Teacher
Spencer High School
Columbus, United States
08.2004 - 05.2015
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
- Developed and administered detailed science curriculum to over 150+ high school students.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
Middle School Science Teacher
Russell County Science Teacher
Seale, AL
08.1994 - 05.2004
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Kept laboratory environment neat, well-stocked and safe for students.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Worked in team-based environment with junior teachers, specialists and administrators to provide best education for students of all skill levels.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Created hands-on activities to demonstrate scientific principles and highlight various topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
Education
Specialist in Education - Instructional Technology, Media And Design
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA 06.2018 - 07.2020
Master of Science - Secondary Science Education, Biology
Auburn University
Auburn, AL 06.1993 - 08.1994
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
Auburn University
Auburn, AL 06.1988 - 06.1993
Skills
Student records management
undefinedCertification
National Institute for STEM Education Certified
Timeline
National Institute for STEM Education Certified
06-2022
Alabama Class AA: General Science (6-12); School Library -Media Specialist (P-12)
02-2021
Georgia Level 6 certificate: Media Specialist, Teacher Support Specialist, Biology, General Science (6-12)
08-2020
Science Teacher
Central High School
08.2018 - Current
Specialist in Education - Instructional Technology, Media And Design
University of West Georgia
06.2018 - 07.2020
Science Teacher
Carver High School
08.2015 - 05.2018
Science Teacher
Spencer High School
08.2004 - 05.2015
Middle School Science Teacher
Russell County Science Teacher
08.1994 - 05.2004
Master of Science - Secondary Science Education, Biology
Auburn University
06.1993 - 08.1994
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
Auburn University
06.1988 - 06.1993
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