Sarah Ballard
Elementary Education
Mount Washington,KY
Summary
Enthusiastic educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skilled in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mount Washington Elementary School
First Grade Teacher
07.2023 - Current
- Filled a teacher vacancy as a long-term substitute teacher for the 2023-2024 school year, providing continuity in instruction and classroom management.
- Delivered high-quality classroom instruction tailored to diverse learning styles, resulting in measurable academic progress and student engagement
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
- Enhanced classroom management strategies, reducing disruptions and increasing focus on learning tasks.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Collaborated with colleagues and school administration to integrate innovative teaching methods and educational technologies, enhancing the overall quality of instruction and student learning outcomes.
Bullitt County Public Schools
Substitute Teacher, K-12
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing a variety of teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, KY05.2024
Skills
- Communication
- Classroom Management
- Collaboration
- Lesson Planning
- Time Management
- Technology Integration
- Differentiated Instruction
- Google Classroom
- Infinite Campus
- SeeSaw
Related Experience
- Volunteer - After School Events, Math Night, Literacy Night, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Night, Winterfest, Hall O' Treat., Washington Elementary School, Mount Washington, KY, 2023-2024
- Volunteer - Connect Group Leader, Little Flock Baptist Church, Shepherdsville, KY, 2021- Present
- Volunteer - Summer Reading Program, Bullitt County Public Library, Mount Washington, KY, Summer 2022
- Volunteer - Mission Friends Leader (Pre-K), VBS Leader (K-5), Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Shepherdsville, KY, 2006-2021
Certification
- Certified Paraeducator , Bullitt County Public Schools - 2015 - Present
Timeline
Mount Washington Elementary School
First Grade Teacher
07.2023 - Current
Bullitt County Public Schools
Substitute Teacher, K-12
01.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Campbellsville University
- Certified Paraeducator , Bullitt County Public Schools - 2015 - Present
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