Sarah Hecht
Florissant,MO
Summary
Dynamic educator and administrative professional with a proven track record at Hazelwood School District, excelling in fostering student engagement and enhancing learning environments. Skilled in classroom management and data analysis, adept at building meaningful relationships and driving academic success through innovative teaching methods. Demonstrates exceptional ability in maintaining confidentiality and streamlining operations for efficiency.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Hazelwood School District
08.2015 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Teacher
Riverview Gardens School District
08.2010 - 06.2014
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Office Manager
Rec Tec Inc.
06.2002 - 01.2014
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Education
University of Missouri, St. Louis
St Louis, MO12-2014
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Motivating students
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Data-driven instruction
- Cultural sensitivity
- Community involvement
- Student records management
- SMART board aptitude
- Record keeping
- Data analysis
Accomplishments
District Teacher of the Year- 2021-2022
Emerson Teacher of the Year- 2020-2021
Timeline
Teacher
Hazelwood School District
08.2015 - Current
Teacher
Riverview Gardens School District
08.2010 - 06.2014
Office Manager
Rec Tec Inc.
06.2002 - 01.2014
Master of Science - Education
University of Missouri, St. Louis
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