Sarah NELSON
CORPUS CHRISTI,TX
Summary
Adaptable, dedicated educator with a quick learning ability, and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning, and boost educational success. Serves as a role model by using a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning. Skilled at introducing new technologies into classrooms, and improving student engagement, learning, and academic performance. Committed to closely monitoring progress, and proactively adjusting strategies for long-term student success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Island Foundation Schools, Seashore Learning Ctr.
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
08.2008 - Current
- 1st/2nd Grade Multiage, Self-Contained, All Core Subjects
- 3rd/4th Grade Multiage, Self-Contained, All Core Subjects
- 3rd/4th Grade Multiage, Math, and Science
- 4th Grade Math
- 3rd/4th Grade Math and Reading Intervention
- HB 4545/1416 Math and Reading Accelerated Instruction
- Gifted and Talented (S.E.A. - Seashore Enriched Academics) Program Teacher, Grades 1-4
- UIL Coaching
- Science Fair Facilitator
- Club Sponsor
Substitute Teacher
Central Bucks School District
Doylestown, PA
10.2001 - 05.2002
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Managed classroom environments to ensure a safe and productive learning experience.
- Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
- I provided feedback to the classroom teacher.
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Diocese Of Corpus Christi, St. Patrick School
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
09.2000 - 05.2001
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Managed classroom behavior by developing positive relationships with students while enforcing rules fairly and consistently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies W/ English Endorsement
Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX05-2000
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX05-1993
High School Diploma -
Richard King High School
Corpus Christi, TX05-1991
Skills
- Classroom management
- Parental communication
- Team collaboration
- Differentiated instruction
- Standardized testing
- Academic record keeping
- Parent and caregiver communication
- Mathematics instruction
- Science instruction
- First aid and CPR
- Learning disability support
- Classroom technology
- Data analysis
- Tutoring programs
- Lesson plan development
- Student assessment
Certification
- Texas Educator Certificate: Elementary English Grades (1-8) and Elementary Self- Contained Grades (1-8)
- 30 Hour Gifted and Talented Instruction Training, Yearly Updates
References
- Professionals who can validate my experience and work ethic:
- Judge Inna Klein, Personal Non-Relative Reference
Email: Innarogoff@gmail.com Phone: (361) 673-1661
- Cherryl Carroll, Former Seashore Learning Center Director
Email: ccarroll1310@yahoo.com Phone: (361) 244-2347
- Elizabeth Jackson, DIrector, Seashore Learning Center
Email: ejackson@seashorecharterschools.com Phone: (361/0 949-1222 x 237
- Megan Blanton, Special Programs Coordinator, Seashore Learning Center
Email: megan.blanton@seashorecharterschools.com Phone: (904) 891-3894
- Trina Jones (TJ) Bonham, Former Seashore Learning Center Director
Email: trinajonesbonham@gmail.com Phone: (303) 501-4497
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Island Foundation Schools, Seashore Learning Ctr.
08.2008 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Central Bucks School District
10.2001 - 05.2002
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Diocese Of Corpus Christi, St. Patrick School
09.2000 - 05.2001
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies W/ English Endorsement
Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Del Mar College
High School Diploma -
Richard King High School
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