Sarah McLaughlin
Bedias,TX
Summary
Dedicated and certified educator with over ten years of experience creating positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environments. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and differentiated instruction for diverse student populations, including ESL, Gifted and Talented, Dyslexia, and Inclusion students. Adept at designing innovative, standards-aligned lessons that foster literacy, critical thinking, and academic growth. Committed to building strong partnerships with students, families, and colleagues while meeting Texas State Standards in reading and writing instruction. Passionate about inspiring students to reach their full potential and develop a lifelong love of learning.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Language Arts Teacher-Currently 7th Grade
Magnolia ISD
Magnolia, TX
08.2018 - Current
- Mentored new teachers by sharing best practices and providing resources for effective language instruction.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and promote student engagement.
- Applied effective classroom management techniques to maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and team members to support academic and social growth.
- Taught a diverse group of students, including those in inclusion programs, students with dyslexia, and gifted and talented learners.
- Taught 4th–7th Grade English Language Arts: 4th Grade (2018–2020), 5th Grade (2020–2021), 6th Grade (2021–2023), and 7th Grade (2023–Present), looping with students across grade levels.
- Served as Writing UIL Coach.
- Served as Girls on the Run Coach (2019–2020).
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
4th English Language Arts Teacher
Aldine ISD
Houston, TX
08.2014 - 07.2018
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and student needs.
- Implemented differentiated instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Contributed to curriculum writing for the school’s magnet program, integrating the arts (music, drama, and visual art) into classroom instruction.
- Served as a member of the LPAC (Language Proficiency Assessment Committee).
- Served as a member of Aldine ISD’s DEAC (District Educational Advisory Committee).
- Served as the school representative for Aldine ISD’s VEAC (Vertical Educational Advisory Committee).
- SIOP trained.
- Completed Writing Academy training.
Assistant Vice President
Bank of America
Houston, TX
06.2005 - 10.2013
- Managed and mentored a team of 10+ employees to ensure the successful completion of projects
- Processed start-to-finish home loan closings
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches12.2004
Skills
- John Samara Curriculum Project
- Classroom Practices
- Empowering Writers
- Classroom Management
- Committed Team Player
- Clever
- Canvas
- Eduphoria
- Google Slides
Accomplishments
- Magnolia Intermediate Teacher of the Year (2021–2022)
- TIA Exemplary Teacher – Recognized through 2029
- Current 7th Grade RLA Team Lead (previously 4th and 6th Grade Team Lead)
- Magnolia STAR Educator – 2018–2019, 2023–2024, 2024–2025, and 2025–2026
Certification
- English Language Arts 4-8
- The Science of Teaching Reading
- EC-6th Generalist
- ESL- English as a Second Language
- GT- Gifted and Talented
Timeline
English Language Arts Teacher-Currently 7th Grade
Magnolia ISD
08.2018 - Current
4th English Language Arts Teacher
Aldine ISD
08.2014 - 07.2018
Assistant Vice President
Bank of America
06.2005 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Science -
Stephen F. Austin State University