Sarah Pelfrey
Canton,GA
Summary
Early Childhood Education Teacher Candidate eager to instill a love for learning that will last a lifetime.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Boston Elementary School
Woodstock, GA
08.2023 - Current
- Led implementation of new curriculum aligned with state standards as representative of Cherokee Instructional Leader cohort.
- Analyzed formative and benchmark assessment data, identifying learning gaps to refine instructional and assessment strategies that enhanced student understanding.
- Facilitated weekly Professional Learning Communities to analyze assessment results and co-create assessments, refining instructional plans that improved student outcomes.
- Designed diverse assessment formats, including constructed response tasks and technology-based activities, to enhance evaluation of higher order thinking skills.
- Developed long-term pacing guides utilizing backward design model to align curriculum with district pacing and state standards.
1st Grade Teacher
Johns Creek Elementary School
Johns Creek, GA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Created and planned lessons tailored to student interests and real-world experiences, addressing 25 individual learning needs.
- Facilitated hands-on learning experiences for student-centered instruction.
- Used summative, formative, and diagnostic assessments to plan and implement differentiated instruction for all students.
- Collaborated with coworkers to design standard-based assessments.
- Developed relationships with student families to enhance support and engagement in their child's education.
Student Teaching Internship (Grade 1)
Lakeview Primary School
Milledgeville, GA
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Analyzed assessment data to tailor instruction to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Coordinated daily classroom activities to foster a positive learning environment.
- Planned and implemented a ten day integrated social studies unit.
- Communicated with families by providing literacy bags and engaging educational games to support student learning at home.
Field Experience (Grade 5)
Gray Elementary School
Gray, GA
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Planned and implemented five-day integrated social studies mini unit, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
- Integrated technology into daily lessons to support diverse learning styles and facilitate interactive learning experiences.
- Collaborated with partner teacher to design and deliver engaging lessons, fostering a cohesive learning environment.
Tutor
Lakeview Primary Tutor
Milledgeville, GA
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Developed and executed literacy activities that enhanced phonemic awareness, word recognition, and reading fluency.
- Evaluated student literacy skills to create tailored, developmentally appropriate activities.
- Engaged families of tutee to discuss student literacy progress and set goals for improvement.
Field Experience (Grade 1 & 2 Gifted)
Lakeview Primary School
Milledgeville, GA
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Implemented hands-on STEM activities to engage students in experiential learning.
- Prepared and conducted interactive read-alouds followed by activities to reinforce comprehension.
- Planned learning experiences to enhance students' skills across developmental domains.
Field Experience (Pre-Kindergarten)
Jones County Pre-K
Gray, GA
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Documented student interactions and tailored lessons to align with their developmental skills.
- Interacted with students to foster reciprocal relationships that support their learning.
- Observed daily teacher and student interactions to identify effective strategies for engagement.
Nanny and Tutor
Nanny and Tutor
Peachtree Corners, GA
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Tutored first-grade student in virtual learning, fostering independence and comprehension during COVID.
- Ensured safe and nurturing environment for first-grade child and three-month-old, promoting development and learning.
- Implemented developmentally appropriate practices with the 3-month-old to enhance fine motor skills.
- Supervised and engaged seven-year-old boy and three-month-old girl in age-appropriate activities.
Education
M.Ed. - Elementary Education
American College of Education
06-2025
B.S. - Elementary Education
Georgia College & State University
Milledgeville, GA05-2022
Skills
- Instructional design
- Classroom management
- Phonics instruction
- Family engagement
- Data analysis
- Reading instruction strategies
- Promethean board proficiency
- Microsoft Office suite
Certification
• LETRS
• Growing Readers
• Cherokee County Instructional Leaders
• Reading is Essential for All People (REAP)
• Growing Readers
• Cherokee County Instructional Leaders
• Reading is Essential for All People (REAP)
Gace Certifications
GACE Exam, EC 001, EC 002
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Boston Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Johns Creek Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Student Teaching Internship (Grade 1)
Lakeview Primary School
08.2021 - 04.2022
Field Experience (Grade 5)
Gray Elementary School
01.2021 - 04.2021
Tutor
Lakeview Primary Tutor
01.2021 - 04.2021
Field Experience (Grade 1 & 2 Gifted)
Lakeview Primary School
10.2020 - 11.2020
Field Experience (Pre-Kindergarten)
Jones County Pre-K
08.2020 - 10.2020
Nanny and Tutor
Nanny and Tutor
04.2020 - 07.2020
M.Ed. - Elementary Education
American College of Education
B.S. - Elementary Education
Georgia College & State University