Sarah Helsel
Bothell,WA
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Lake Washington School District
11.2019 - Current
- Assessed each student's abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed tier one strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Organized, planned, and supervised large and small group activities.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom setting without sacrificing overall quality of education provided to all students.
Preschool Teacher
Holy Spirit Lutheran Church
08.2016 - 04.2018
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06.2019
Skills
- Curriculum Planning
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- School Community Relations
- Student Counseling
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Differentiated Instruction
- Special Education
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
Certification
- Special Education, P-21
- Elementary Education - K-8
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Lake Washington School District
11.2019 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Holy Spirit Lutheran Church
08.2016 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
University of Washington
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