Sarah Perkinson
Denver,CO
Summary
Dedicated educator committed to mentoring students to boost engagement and overall success. Experienced in standards-based lesson planning and creating positive classroom environments while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to drive student growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Gust Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
- Planned and delivered standards-aligned lessons in ELA and math for 5th grade
- Used formative assessments to tailor instruction and foster small-group learning engagement.
- Implemented proactive classroom management strategies that enhanced student accountability and ensured safety.
Student Success Coach
City Year AmeriCorps
Denver, Colorado
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided individualized academic mentoring and tutoring to support student growth in mathematics.
- Contributed to improved 10th-grade math performance through targeted intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to design and implement a mental health support room.
Teacher's Assistant
Ciempiés
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Completed 80 hours of service supporting an environmental education program for children ages 3-5.
- Assisted lead teacher in planning and facilitating hands-on, developmentally appropriate learning activities.
- Supported early language development and social skills in a full Spanish-immersion classroom.
Caretaker
Brookdale Boulder Creek
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided daily personal care and support to senior residents, prioritizing safety, dignity, and well-being.
- Assisted with hygiene routines, meals, and mobility needs in accordance with established care procedures.
- Maintained clean, organized living and common areas to support a healthy environment.
Counselor
Camp NinjaFit
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Led groups of children ages 6-12 in structured fitness and safety-focused activities.
- Supported skill development in strength, agility, teamwork, and cooperation while ensuring camper safety.
Hostess
Harper’s Restaurant
05.2021 - 08.2021
Intern
Presbyterian Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2020
Assistant
Windy O’Connor Art and Home
08.2019 - 03.2020
Education
MA - Curriculum, Instruction, & Teaching - Teacher Education Program
University of Denver
06-2026
B.A. - Psychology, Education, Philosophy
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO05.2024
Skills
- Standards-based lesson planning (ELA & Math)
- Classroom management and positive behavior supports
- Differentiated instruction
- Formative assessment and data
- Social-emotional learning (SEL) integration
- Academic intervention and tutoring
- Basic Spanish (intermediate)
Leadership And Accomplishments
- Field Hockey Captain, school and club teams (2018-2020, 2024)
- AmeriCorps Service Member, 1,700+ hours of community service
- Segal Education Award Recipient (2025)
- A/V Director, Hindsight Journal (2022)
Timeline
Student Teacher
Gust Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
Student Success Coach
City Year AmeriCorps
07.2024 - 06.2025
Teacher's Assistant
Ciempiés
06.2023 - 08.2023
Caretaker
Brookdale Boulder Creek
06.2022 - 12.2022
Counselor
Camp NinjaFit
06.2022 - 08.2022
Hostess
Harper’s Restaurant
05.2021 - 08.2021
Assistant
Windy O’Connor Art and Home
08.2019 - 03.2020
Intern
Presbyterian Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2020
MA - Curriculum, Instruction, & Teaching - Teacher Education Program
University of Denver
B.A. - Psychology, Education, Philosophy
University of Colorado