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Sarah Ericsson

Austin,TX

Summary

Talented Birthday Party Host effective at working under pressure to delight guests with fun events. Oversees busy calendar of parties for children as young as four year's old. Customizes strategies for party sizes and budget constraints to help clients memorably mark important milestones.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher and Birthday Party Host

Foodie Kids
05.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students and parents during semester long culinary classes and week long camps.
  • Work with parents and families to plan, prepare and execute birthday events for their children.
  • Organize and style retail area to increase sales and to create exciting first impressions for families.

Preschool Teacher Leader

Covenant United Methodist Church Preschool
01.2020 - Current
  • Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through open communication, resulting in increased parent involvement and support.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, leading to improved student outcomes.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.

Science Fair Coordinator

Volunteer Position
Austin, TX
10.2017 - 02.2021
  • Communicated with families Science Fair dates, expectations and scoring criteria.
  • Recruited judges from community businesses.
  • Collected and organized projects for judging process.
  • Reviewed and organized judging data for award assignments.
  • Planned an evening recognition event for all of the students and families.

Teacher, Grade 1

Austin Independent School District
08.1999 - 05.2008
  • Improved students'' reading comprehension by implementing diverse teaching strategies and materials.
  • Enhanced classroom management, establishing a positive learning environment with clear expectations and consistent consequences.
  • Collaborated with colleagues for curriculum development, sharing best practices and creating interdisciplinary units.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
  • Mentored new teachers in effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.

Education

Post Baccalaureate - Education

University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX
01.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX
05.1997

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Organization and Time Management

Timeline

Teacher and Birthday Party Host

Foodie Kids
05.2022 - Current

Preschool Teacher Leader

Covenant United Methodist Church Preschool
01.2020 - Current

Science Fair Coordinator

Volunteer Position
10.2017 - 02.2021

Teacher, Grade 1

Austin Independent School District
08.1999 - 05.2008

Post Baccalaureate - Education

University of Texas At Austin

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Texas At Austin
Sarah Ericsson