Sarah Flatter-Zolman
Pocatello,ID
Summary
Dynamic educator with seven years experience in the classroom. Specializing in task-based curriculum. I am passionate about integrating math manipulatives to enhance student learning experiences. I bring creativity, laughter, and a personal approach to the classroom.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Math Teacher
Pocatello High School, School District 25
2020.08 - Current
- Served as Math 1 Lead during the 2023-2024 school year, leading the Math 1 team in the development of new assessments, reviews, and retakes to align with the OUR task-based curriculum and Idaho State Standards.
- Demonstrated strong collaboration with the math department, contributing to a close-knit team environment.
- Adapted quickly to the challenges presented by the 2020 Pandemic by creating instructional videos for every lesson and task, ensuring continued support for students learning in a hybrid model.
- Enhanced parent communication by implementing a weekly newsletter, fostering greater engagement and transparency.
- Recognized for dedication to supporting students with identified special education needs adhering to their 504 Plans and IEP goals, thereby ensuring their success and inclusion in the classroom.
- Developed supplementary materials for the Math 2 Extended learners, addressing a lack of support for teachers by creating worksheets at a slower pace that directly supplement the OUR task-based curriculum. These materials are now accessible to all teachers providing valuable resources to support student learning.
Middle School Math Teacher
William Thomas Middle School, District 381
2017.08 - 2020.06
- Demonstrated significant growth as a middle school math teacher over three years, staring as an emergency hire with limited independent teaching experience and evolving into a proficient educator.
- Taught a diverse range of classes including regular level, remedial support, and accelerated classes.
- Collaborated closely with the 7th grade teaching team in the small dynamic environment of a rural middle school.
- Proactively sought out professional development opportunities and independently implemented a task-based curriculum, demonstrating initiative and innovation despite limited resources.
Direct Care Support Staff
Bannock House, Bannock Youth Foundation
2014.01 - 2016.01
- Provided direct care and support to residents aged 18 and under in a group home setting, overseeing their daily activities and well-being.
- Managed meal preparation, housekeeping duties, and medication administration, ensuring residents' physical needs were met in accordance with established procedures.
- Enforced house standards and protocols, maintaining a structured environment through a 3-level system, promoting accountability and responsibility among residents.
- Built positive relationships with residents through regular interactions, providing emotional support and companionship by engaging in conversation and shared laughter.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - K-9 Education, Math Education
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID12.2017
Skills
- Proficient in breaking down complex concepts.
- Skilled in diagnosing student misconceptions.
- Dedicated to promoting equity in the classroom.
- Experienced in student-centered task-based learning.
- Effective in synthesizing diverse perspectives and pathways of thinking.
- Adept in assessing lesson effectiveness.
- Flexible in adapting teaching methods to meet the needs of individual students.
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year Award 2020, William Thomas Middle School
PIES Teacher of the Month Award 2023, SD25
Timeline
High School Math Teacher
Pocatello High School, School District 25
2020.08 - Current
Middle School Math Teacher
William Thomas Middle School, District 381
2017.08 - 2020.06
Direct Care Support Staff
Bannock House, Bannock Youth Foundation
2014.01 - 2016.01
Bachelor of Arts - K-9 Education, Math Education
Idaho State University
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