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Sarah Hamby

Summary

As a licensed elementary educator with experience in both lower and upper grades, I have also taught summer school, completed various internships in classrooms and at after-school programs, and worked with children through community faith-based programs. I am passionate about students and will work to support their academic needs, while also striving to build relationships that will have a positive and lasting impact. I believe that it is my role as an educator to serve students, to cultivate their natural curiosity, and to support them in life-altering ways.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Classroom Teacher (1st and 4th Grade)

Hasty Elementary School
08.2021 - Current

Fourth Grade Teacher (2021-2023; 2024-Present)

  • Delivered differentiated instruction in literacy, math, social studies, and science to meet diverse student needs, reinforcing foundational concepts for academic growth
  • Analyzed data to inform instruction and implement intervention strategies for student growth
  • Utilized various pedagogical strategies, methods, and resources to deliver instruction and to effectively teach content standards
  • Modified assignments and used differentiated strategies to support diverse students while also implementing IEP and 504 accommodations
  • Consistently utilized formative and summative assessments to evaluate student learning and to inform future instruction
  • Served as a grade-level representative on the School Improvement Team and the Positive Behavior Intervention Team in order to support schoolwide growth

First Grade Teacher (2023-2024)

  • Designed and implemented engaging lessons tailored to young learners, focusing on foundational literacy and numeracy skills
  • Fostered a nurturing classroom environment, promoting positive social and emotional development
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students through intentional communication and professional behavior

Sunday School Teacher (Pre-K through 5th grade)

Embrace Church
01.2023 - Current
  • Designed and delivered developmentally-appropriate lessons to keep children involved and engaged
  • Collaborated with church staff and volunteers to organize special community events in order to serve young families

Student Teacher (3rd Grade)

Wallburg Elementary School
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Worked with a clinical educator to learn about current standards, pedagogical strategies, and individual student needs
  • Assumed full teaching responsibility for eight weeks by planning detailed lessons, delivering instruction in all subjects, managing classroom assignments, and supporting students academically and emotionally
  • Attended IEP meetings to discuss students' needs

English Teacher (9th-10th Grade)

Mount Vernon Baptist Cultural Exchange Program
07.2019 - 08.2019
  • Delivered English instruction to high school students attending a summer language camp
  • Became fully immersed in the cultural and educational environment of students while sharing aspects of American culture
  • Planned and implemented lessons surrounding cultural and linguistic elements designed to increase students' understanding of the English language
  • Developed relationships with students and volunteers in order to effectively teach and communicate

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Appalachian State University
Boone
05-2021

Skills

  • Leading and implementing age-appropriate instructional activities
  • Differentiating lessons and assignment
  • Integrating technology

Accomplishments

  • Finalist for the “Beginning Teacher of the Year” award in Davidson County, 2022
  • Grade-level representative on the School Improvement Team, 2024-2025
  • Member of the school PBIS team

Certification

  • LETRS certified, 2022-2024
  • AIG training course, 2017-2018

Timeline

Sunday School Teacher (Pre-K through 5th grade)

Embrace Church
01.2023 - Current

Classroom Teacher (1st and 4th Grade)

Hasty Elementary School
08.2021 - Current

Student Teacher (3rd Grade)

Wallburg Elementary School
01.2021 - 04.2021

English Teacher (9th-10th Grade)

Mount Vernon Baptist Cultural Exchange Program
07.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Appalachian State University
Sarah Hamby