Sarah Mead McKinney

• Create and implement engaging and challenging lessons using the Common Core state curriculum, while providing differentiated instruction and scaffolded materials.
• Engage in professional development cohorts and take continuing education classes to stay current in educational expectations.
• Continually aggregate student data to reflect on learning and teaching and improve teaching.
• Grade and reflect on student work and achievement, modifying and altering materials as needed.
• Improve student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
• Communicate frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
• (2023-2024 SY) Created individualized plans for Alternative 1 students in a Related Studies class to help them improve their executive functioning, emotional wellness, study skills, and work completion; with a goal of exiting the class to continue taking an elective course.
• Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.

• reate and implement engaging and challenging lessons using the Common Core state curriculum, StudySync Curriculum, and Read 180 curriculum, while providing differentiated instruction and scaffolded materials.
• As a Grade 8 Team Leader: run a EML High School readiness focus group with Linkages to learning ,triangulate student data and monitor student performance, organize school events and fundraisers, attend ILT meetings and help make leadership decisions, coordinate teacher and student/parent communication when needed.
• (2021-2022 SY) Acted as the Schools Assistant Testing Coordinator for MCAP Testing- aiding in administering the state test
• Evaluated and provided feedback to teachers based on state teaching standards and school wide initiatives determined by the Instructional leadership team.
• As PBIS Leader coordinated school-wide events (Holiday Bazaar, incentive parties), organized incentives for students, created positive reward systems, attended team leadership meetings and helped make school wide behavior management decisions.
• Engage in professional development cohorts and take continuing education classes.
• Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
• Grade and reflect on student work and achievement, modifying and altering materials as needed.
• Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
• Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
• Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
• Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
• Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
• Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
• Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.

• Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
• Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
• Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
• Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
• Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
• Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
• Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
• Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.

• Supported struggling readers through individualized interventions and progress monitoring, leading to improved reading levels.
• Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing guided reading groups and targeted literacy instruction.
• Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues.
• Increased student motivation by incorporating diverse texts and engaging activities in lesson plans.
• Assessed student progress regularly using various assessment tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to maximize learning outcomes.
• Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
• Utilized data-driven instruction to differentiate lessons based on individual student needs, ensuring all learners had access to appropriate resources and support.
• Created and implemented lessons using the Common Core state curriculum, StudySync Curriculum, and Read 180 curriculum, while providing differentiated instruction.
• Case managed 14-18 students with IEPs.
• Analyzed and triangulated student data to maximize achievement.
• Helped RTSE with Educational testing and write ups (Spring 2019).
• Newspaper Sponsor (August 2018- June 2020).
• Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
• Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.

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• Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
• Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
• Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
• Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
• Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
• Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
• Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
• Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.