Sarah Brown
Casper,WY
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Natrona County School District, adept in Marzano Instructional Strategies and trauma-informed practices. Skilled in fostering positive relationships and implementing effective classroom management, I excel in enhancing student engagement and achievement through tailored instruction and collaborative learning environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Substitute Teacher
Natrona County School District
Casper, WY
06.2025 - Current
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies, addressing various learning styles to support all students.
- Managed classroom behavior, building positive relationships with students while consistently enforcing rules.
- Managed classroom behavior and maintained discipline effectively.
- Fostered positive classroom environment, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
Student Teacher (3rd and Kindergarten
Manor Heights Elementary
Casper , WY
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions that promoted active participation and deepened understanding.
- Assessed student progress through quizzes, tests, and informal evaluations.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student performance and classroom updates.
- Organized educational materials and resources for effective lesson delivery.
- Evaluated student work, provided feedback, and tracked their progress over time.
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Collaborated with faculty members to discuss student progress and develop strategies for improvement.
- Participated in school events and extracurricular activities to support school community.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing open-ended questions during lessons.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss students' progress and strategies for improvement.
- Fostered a collaborative learning environment by encouraging students to work in teams on projects and assignments.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Navigated challenges of working with a diverse student population to achieve significant academic growth.
Educational Support Personnel (ESP)
Bar Nunn Elementary
Bar Nunn, WY
08.2019 - 05.2025
- Assisted with office and records management
- Collaborated with teachers to implement behavior and academic plans
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and student engagement strategies.
- Maintained detailed records of student performance and progress assessments to facilitate tailored educational strategies.
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor.
- Utilized instructional techniques and hands-on curriculum to retain interest and maximize receptive learning in students.
- Participated in professional development activities related to job duties.
- Supported the implementation of educational programs such as IEPs, 504 plans, and RTI interventions.
- Conducted individual or small group instruction sessions according to lesson plans provided by teachers.
- Maintained a safe learning environment by monitoring student behavior.
- Organized activities to foster social interaction among peers and strengthen community within the classroom.
- Assisted in developing positive relationships among students, staff members, parents and guardians and community organizations.
Education Support Personal BASE ESP
Bar Nunn Elementary
BAR NUNN, WY
08.2014 - 05.2019
- Implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Contributed to development of curriculum materials and resources, enriching classroom instruction and student engagement..
- Organized student records, collected data, and maintained databases for student tracking systems.
- Managed classroom discipline issues according to school policies and procedures.
- Intervened with disruptive behavior in classrooms according to established protocols.
Lead Teacher - 3-Year-Old Room
First Christian Church Preschool
Casper, WY
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Developed and delivered age-appropriate lessons to enhance learning engagement
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents to support development
- Supervised classroom activities while fostering social-emotional and cognitive growth
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational and emotional needs.
- Integrated creative arts into curriculum to enhance student engagement and expression.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
Education
BSED - Early Childhood Education
Mayville State University
Mayville, ND12.2025
Associate Degree - Early Childhood Education
Casper College
Casper, WYSkills
- Knowledge of Marzano strategies
- Science of reading expertise
- Trauma-informed practices
- Lesson planning
- Small-group instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management skills
- Relationship building
- Conscious Discipline training
- Student supervision and intervention
Timeline
Student Teacher (3rd and Kindergarten
Manor Heights Elementary
08.2025 - 12.2025
Certified Substitute Teacher
Natrona County School District
06.2025 - Current
Educational Support Personnel (ESP)
Bar Nunn Elementary
08.2019 - 05.2025
Education Support Personal BASE ESP
Bar Nunn Elementary
08.2014 - 05.2019
Lead Teacher - 3-Year-Old Room
First Christian Church Preschool
08.2011 - 05.2014
BSED - Early Childhood Education
Mayville State University
Associate Degree - Early Childhood Education
Casper College