Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Leadership Highlights
References
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Sarah Cullum

Perrysburg,Ohio

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience at University of Toledo, specializing in academic coaching and curriculum development.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Acting Director, Academic Enrichment Center (AEC)

University of Toledo, College of Medicine and Life Sciences
Toledo, OH
06.2024 - Current
  • Developed Pathway of Distinction for medical students to enhance educational experience.
  • Promoted innovative culture, encouraging staff contributions for process improvements.
  • Analyzed data to guide strategic decision-making and organizational direction.
  • Coordinated inter-departmental activities to improve collaboration and expedite workflows.
  • Formed strategic relationships with clients to foster long-term partnerships.
  • Managed budgeting and financial planning processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
  • Increased presence at UTCOMLS events to enhance visibility and engagement.
  • Recruited, trained, and mentored staff, fostering a peer leadership program.

Assistant Director, Academic Enrichment Center (AEC)

University of Toledo, College of Medicine and Life Sciences
Toledo, OH
10.2020 - Current
  • Develop and implement Peer Leadership programming for MD|PA|PhD students.
  • Train and supervise peer leaders to facilitate both group and individual study sessions.
  • Advise students on effective learning strategies, and self-directed learning techniques.
  • Conduct academic workshops for HSC colleges, and present at student orientations.
  • Monitor the academic records of students facing difficulties, maintaining the necessary reports.
  • Participate as a committee member of the Admissions Committee, and as a Title IX Advisor.
  • Support medical students through tailored academic coaching and performance planning.

Principal

Notre Dame Academy
Toledo, OH
07.2017 - 06.2020
  • Directed curriculum and operations for middle and high school levels to enhance educational outcomes.
  • Facilitated faculty mentorship and professional development initiatives to improve teaching practices.
  • Advanced integration of instructional technology across the school to support learning.
  • Analyzed assessment data to inform instructional strategies and drive continuous improvement.

Principal

Rosary Cathedral Catholic School
Toledo, OH
06.2011 - 06.2017
  • Cultivated a culture of high expectations and student-centered learning.
  • Enhanced after-school and enrichment programs to increase student engagement.
  • Strengthened family and community partnerships to support student success.
  • Managed change initiatives with clarity and consistency for smooth transitions.

Lead Teacher

Rosary Cathedral Catholic School
Toledo, OH
09.2007 - 06.2011
  • Led grade-level team and mentored new teachers
  • Developed differentiated instructional materials

Teacher

St. Elizabeth Seton School
Toledo, OH
08.2002 - 06.2007
  • Taught elementary students using data-driven, standards-aligned instruction

Education

Master of Educational Leadership and Supervision -

University of Notre Dame
South Bend, IN
07.2015

Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction

University of Toledo
Toledo, OH
08.2007

Bachelor of Education - Grades 1-8

University of Toledo
Toledo, OH
12.2001

Skills

  • Academic coaching and mentoring
  • Data analysis
  • Program and project management
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Student engagement strategies
  • Stakeholder and team collaboration
  • Task delegation and coordination
  • Verbal and written communication skills

Leadership Highlights

  • Organization and creation of various reports for stakeholders
  • Ordered all supplies for department
  • Increased number of students engaged with AEC

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Acting Director, Academic Enrichment Center (AEC)

University of Toledo, College of Medicine and Life Sciences
06.2024 - Current

Assistant Director, Academic Enrichment Center (AEC)

University of Toledo, College of Medicine and Life Sciences
10.2020 - Current

Principal

Notre Dame Academy
07.2017 - 06.2020

Principal

Rosary Cathedral Catholic School
06.2011 - 06.2017

Lead Teacher

Rosary Cathedral Catholic School
09.2007 - 06.2011

Teacher

St. Elizabeth Seton School
08.2002 - 06.2007

Master of Educational Leadership and Supervision -

University of Notre Dame

Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction

University of Toledo

Bachelor of Education - Grades 1-8

University of Toledo