Sarah Horsham

• Create a safe and nurturing environment for 2-4 year olds.
• Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school using Class Dojo, email, and in person conferences.
• Prepare educational materials to facilitate daily activities in accordance with the Creative Curriculum.
• Plan daily classroom activities to meet the social, emotional, cognitive and physical needs of children.
• Conduct ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments through Teaching Strategies Gold Assessment System.

• Coordinated live classes via Class Dojo, Google Meet, and Google Classroom due to Covid-19.
• Continuously motivated students and crafted engaging online lesson plans to stimulate their growth during remote learning.
• Utilized several external resources such as apps and websites to make learning fun.
• Created positive learning environment which encouraged student participation during class lessons.
• Implemented a positive reward system to motivate students and reinforce good behavior, resulting in a more productive classroom environment.

• Fostered a positive and nurturing classroom atmosphere by implementing effective classroom management strategies and promoting respect among students.
• Enhanced relationships with parents through daily contact and conferences, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Planned age appropriate lessons through Explorations Curriculum.
• Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
• Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
• Created fun and engaging lessons through zoom meetings and activities through Class Dojo during Covid 19.

• Created a calm and
• Organized authentic and standardized forms of assessment such as Running Records, and iReady for early reading, math, and literacy to meet student needs.
• Incorporated hands-on activities and interactive games into lessons, stimulating student interest and engagement in course materials.

Resource Room Teaching Assistant

• Provided additional support for students with IEP's, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
• Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
• Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
• Took part in all CSE, IST, TC, and Professional Development Meetings.

Technology Teacher (Leave Replacement)

• Developed teaching plans in accordance with 21st century technology in order to support classroom curriculum and form inquiry capabilities.
• Arranged and invigilated NWEA MAP tests for grades K-5.
• Provided assistance to teachers regarding implementation of technology into their lessons.

Technology Teaching Assistant

• Performed routine maintenance inspections on Computer Lab equipment such as document cameras, laptop, and iPads as well as ink and technology-related items.
• Crafted research projects and various lessons alongside Technology Teacher.
• Executed Type to Learn typing program for K and 1 ID classes.

Buckley Country Day School, Roslyn, NY, 2012 – 2014

• Assistant to the Head of the Lower School & Building Substitute

Saint Anne’s School Garden City, NY, 2006 – 2012

• Fourth Grade Leave Replacement
• Third Grade Leave Replacement
• Art Teacher Grades 6-8
• Art Assistant Teacher Grades K-5