Sarah Durovic (Mendl)

Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives. Knowledgeable BSW student focused on helping students excel in academic and social situations by working with teachers, families and outside resources to build powerful support network.

09/2018 to 08/2019 Teacher 

                                   Americorps – Brockton, MA 

• Taught at a preschool, specializing with ESL students.
• Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
• Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.

09/2015 to 05/2016  Volunteer

                                    Boys and Girls Club - Burlington, VT

• Reading buddy for students grades K-8
• Leading group activities/games for children ages 3-11

09/2015 to 05/2016 Volunteer

                                    Colchester Food Shelf - Colchester, VT

• Weighing, checking expiration dates, and shelving food donations
• Record-keeping (immediate food needs, information for the next shift of volunteers, etc.)
• Assisting/shopping with clients

06/2014 to 09/2014 Volunteer

                                    Peace and Justice Center - Burlington, VT

• Helped organize and lead cultural events are the store
• Lead group activities for a summer camp on cultures around the world
• Read aloud
• Helped organize store

• TEFL Certificate Course- July 2021 to Present
• TIPS Certified Jul 2021 to Jul 2024