Sarah Bak-Galvin
Dearborn,MI
Summary
Compassionate Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional
Edustaff
Wyandotte, MI
10.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE
Amazon
Brownstown, MICHIGAN
06.2022 - Current
- Packaged and sealed products according to order size and specifications.
- Sorted and organized merchandise in preparation for shipment.
- Used scanners to document pertinent customer order information.
- Reported malfunctioning and damaged equipment to supervisors for repair.
- Added padding and cushions to packages to protect fragile merchandise.
- Unloaded shipments from delivery trucks after completing order documentation.
- Interacted effectively with staff through ongoing communication and exchange of information.
- Identified and removed safety and sanitation hazards from work areas.
- Moved products and equipment to appropriate locations to maintain workspace cleanliness.
LUNCH AIDE
Wyandotte Public Schools
Wyandotte, MICHIGAN
02.2022 - Current
- Prepared food for school cafeteria before the start of lunch.
- Complied with sanitation and food safety practices established by food service nutrition program.
- Cleaned up spilled food or drink or broken dishes and removed empty bottles and trash.
- Replenished supplies of food and equipment at steam tables and service bars.
PERSONAL TRAINER
Oakwood Gym
Dearborn, MI
02.2012 - 03.2020
- Promoted health clubs through membership sales and record member information.
- Built client base by conducting orientations and providing personal training sessions.
- Formed relationships with members and guests to help pursue total body care goals.
- Assessed client fitness levels and created individualized plans.
- Reported unsafe conditions or situations requiring manager's attention.
- Tracked client progress and adjusted plans to meet goals.
- Demonstrated exercises to clients and modified them as necessary.
- Tracked client progress and maintained complete and accurate client files.
WATER AEROBICS INSTRUCTOR
YMCA
Southgate, MICHIGAN
02.2009 - 09.2011
- Observed participants and informed them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement.
- Chose appropriate music and chose different movements for each set of muscles, depending on participants' capabilities and limitations.
- Explained and enforced safety rules and regulations according to company guidelines.
- Instructed participants in maintaining exertion levels to maximize benefits from exercise routines.
- Accommodated different levels of fitness.
PERSONAL TRAINER
Bally's Total Fitness
Dearborn, MICHIGAN
09.2007 - 08.2008
- Promoted health clubs through membership sales and record member information.
- Formed relationships with members and guests to help pursue total body care goals.
- Assessed client fitness levels and created individualized plans.
- Demonstrated exercises to clients and modified them as necessary.
- Tracked client progress and maintained complete and accurate client files.
- Tracked client progress and adjusted plans to meet goals.
- Instructed members on proper use of club equipment and exercise techniques.
- Motivated and inspired clients to achieve results and reach goals.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - EXERCISE SCIENCE KINESIOLOGY
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI12.2017
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) - FITNESS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MICHIGAN09.2007
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Riverview High School
Riverview, MICHIGAN06.2003
Skills
- Motivated Team Player
- Picking and Processing
- Product Verification
- Loading and Unloading
- Time Management
- Supply Tracking
- Hand Scanning
- Warehouse Operations
- Order Picking and Processing
- Active Listening
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior management
- Classroom organization
- Safety awareness
Timeline
Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional
Edustaff
10.2024 - Current
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE
Amazon
06.2022 - Current
LUNCH AIDE
Wyandotte Public Schools
02.2022 - Current
PERSONAL TRAINER
Oakwood Gym
02.2012 - 03.2020
WATER AEROBICS INSTRUCTOR
YMCA
02.2009 - 09.2011
PERSONAL TRAINER
Bally's Total Fitness
09.2007 - 08.2008
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - EXERCISE SCIENCE KINESIOLOGY
Wayne State University
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) - FITNESS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Henry Ford College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Riverview High School