Sarah Dua
Oak Creek
Summary
Dedicated Montessori Primary Teacher with a focus on student assessment, parent communication, and social-emotional learning. Created nurturing environments that foster independence and critical thinking skills. Dedicated Montessori Primary Teacher with expertise in classroom management, curriculum development, and fostering independence in students. Committed to creating engaging learning environments that support social-emotional learning and effective parent communication.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Montessori Primary Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
Milwaukee
08.1997 - Current
- Facilitated hands-on activities promoting independence and critical thinking skills.
- Collaborated with parents to support student development and address concerns.
- Monitored student progress through observations and assessments to tailor instruction.
- Organized classroom environment to foster exploration and creativity in learning.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, fostering a safe learning atmosphere.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback for improvement.
- Created an atmosphere that was conducive to learning by providing positive reinforcement.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local laws pertaining to education standards.
- Collaborated with other staff members on special projects or initiatives within the school.
- Organized field trips related to curriculum topics for hands-on learning opportunities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of child development principles while working with students of various ages.
- Encouraged children to think independently through problem solving activities.
- Provided individual instruction to students on a one-on-one basis, as well as small group instruction.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education.
- Established strong communication with parents regarding student progress and behavior.
- Delivered Montessori lessons with aim of promoting coordination, concentration, independence and order in safe and positive learning environment.
- Prepared environment where furnishings and materials corresponded to class needs and paid careful attention to maintaining clean, orderly and attractive Montessori learning area.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Marian University
Fond Du Lac, WI05-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Concordia University
St. Paul, MN06-1997
Skills
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Social-emotional learning
- Montessori methodology
- Student assessment
- Parent communication
Affiliations
Artists in Community Education Coordinator
Timeline
Montessori Primary Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools, MPS
08.1997 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Marian University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Concordia University