Sarah Mickey
Easton,MD
Summary
Enthusiastic Early Learning Teacher with twenty two years of experience instructing students with wide range of learning abilities. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and supervisors.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare classroom teacher
Denton child development center
Denton, MD
07.2025 - Current
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect and cooperation among students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to support student engagement and learning.
- Organized educational activities that encouraged creativity and critical thinking skills.
- Managed classroom behavior by developing positive relationships with students while enforcing rules fairly and consistently.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Facilitated small group instruction to accommodate individual learning styles.
- Created a safe environment that fostered collaboration among students.
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
4th grade Math and Science Teacher
Talbot County Public Schools
Saint Michaels, Maryland
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Developed engaging math and science lessons aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented hands-on experiments to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects integrating math and science.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences throughout the school year to discuss student progress.
- Provided individualized instruction when needed to ensure all students understood concepts being taught.
- Utilized various teaching strategies including lecture, inquiry-based learning, role play, simulations.
- Maintained accurate records of grades and attendance in accordance with district policies.
- Established classroom rules and procedures for a safe learning environment.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to math and science education methods.
- Utilized technology tools to support interactive learning experiences in the classroom.
- Adapted lessons based on student needs while ensuring alignment with state standards.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated both math and science topics into a single activity.
- Developed and implemented hands-on learning activities to engage students in math and science concepts.
- Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively to foster a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations regularly.
Teacher
Mid-Shore Early Learning Center
Easton, MD
02.2001 - 08.2024
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Lifeguard
Talbot County Community Center
Easton, MD
05.1997 - 08.2002
- Logged chemical readings to keep pool water at safe levels and avoid potential illness among patrons.
- Performed regular cleaning and maintenance of pool equipment.
- Filled out incident and accident reports and submitted to supervisor.
- Alerted patrons of storm conditions and directed to exit water immediately during local severe weather situations.
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Provided first aid care to injured patrons before paramedics arrived on scene.
- Led swimmer instructional lessons with varying aged participants to share optimal swim techniques and promote strength building.
- Cleaned, brushed and vacuumed pool to keep clean.
- Cautioned swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards.
- Maintained accurate records of incident reports, pool chemicals, and patron counts.
- Assisted with orientation sessions for new lifeguards in training.
- Conducted daily pool maintenance, including testing and adjusting chemical levels.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
- Maintained neat and clean pool area and clean water.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology Concentration Childhood Development
University of Maryland - Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD05.2009
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Chesapeake College
Wye Mills, MD05.2003
Skills
- Interactive Teaching and Learning
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Small Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Collaboration with colleagues
Timeline
Daycare classroom teacher
Denton child development center
07.2025 - Current
4th grade Math and Science Teacher
Talbot County Public Schools
08.2024 - 08.2025
Teacher
Mid-Shore Early Learning Center
02.2001 - 08.2024
Lifeguard
Talbot County Community Center
05.1997 - 08.2002
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology Concentration Childhood Development
University of Maryland - Eastern Shore
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Chesapeake College