Sarah Edwards
Lancaster,SC
Summary
Results-driven educator with a focus on team collaboration and relationship building. Experienced in implementing effective teaching strategies and assessing student progress to drive academic success and foster a supportive learning community.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Rapides Parish School Board
07.2023 - 07.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Organized school events and extracurricular activities to promote community involvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
Educator
Allen Parish School Board
07.2022 - 05.2024
- Utilized educational technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and concerns.
- Mentored new educators in classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
Graduation Assistant
York Technical Institute
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Coordinated administrative tasks to enhance operational efficiency within academic departments.
- Developed and maintained schedules for faculty and student meetings, ensuring optimal time management.
- Assisted in the preparation of instructional materials, improving accessibility for diverse learning styles.
- Implemented new filing system, streamlining document retrieval processes across multiple departments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
- Expedited project completion times due to the ability to multitask effectively under tight deadlines.
- Increased efficiency by implementing new processes and providing administrative support to management.
Archives Graduate Assistant
Winthrop University
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Developed course materials and resources to enhance student learning experiences.
- Assisted faculty with research projects, ensuring adherence to academic standards and timelines.
- Facilitated communication between students and faculty, promoting effective collaboration and engagement.
- Coordinated administrative tasks, streamlining processes for improved efficiency in departmental operations.
- Conducted relevant research and gathered valuable resources for faculty members'' ongoing projects and publications.
- Collaborated with faculty members on research projects, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in their respective fields.
Education
Master of Arts - History
Winthrop University
12-2020
Bachelor of Arts - History
Winthrop University
05-2017
Associate of Arts - General
York Technical College
05-2015
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Lesson planning
- Positive reinforcement
- Differentiated instruction
- Student engagement
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Educator
Rapides Parish School Board
07.2023 - 07.2026
Educator
Allen Parish School Board
07.2022 - 05.2024
Graduation Assistant
York Technical Institute
07.2021 - 07.2022
Archives Graduate Assistant
Winthrop University
01.2019 - 12.2020
Master of Arts - History
Winthrop University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Winthrop University
Associate of Arts - General
York Technical College
2022 District Award for State Testing
Achieved less than 8% Unsatisfactory Level scores on LEAP 2025 examination.