Sarah Recchilongo
Alvin
Summary
Dynamic educator with a friendly, positive attitude and a proven track record at Huffman ISD. Skilled in problem-solving and time management, I developed individualized lesson plans that significantly improved student comprehension. Committed to fostering teamwork and collaboration, I created engaging learning environments that supported diverse learning needs and enhanced academic achievement.
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Virtual Tutoring
Grow by Paper
09.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Huffman ISD
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments and assessments, helping students grow academically and personally while achieving learning objectives.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing interactive teaching methods and hands-on learning activities.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development and instructional best practices, ensuring alignment across grade levels.
- Developed individualized lesson plans for students with diverse learning needs, resulting in increased academic achievement.
- Established strong relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication, promoting a supportive educational community.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to integrate cross-curricular content into lessons, promoting interdisciplinary understanding.
- Introduced innovative math techniques for enhanced conceptual understanding, resulting in improved problem-solving abilities among students.
- Enhanced classroom management skills through consistent routines and clear expectations, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Designed engaging science experiments that allowed students to explore scientific concepts firsthand while adhering to safety protocols.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research-based instructional strategies.
- Utilized formative assessments to track student progress and adjust instruction as needed, boosting overall class performance.
- Implemented data-driven instruction to identify areas of improvement and tailor teaching strategies accordingly, leading to higher student performance.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
3rd-7th Grade Teacher
Houston ISD
08.2014 - 06.2021
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and group projects.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing varied teaching methods and incorporating visual aids.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lessons, broadening students'' understanding of related subjects.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adapting instructional strategies to meet individual needs and improve overall performance.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to tailor lesson plans for optimal student outcomes.
- Boosted classroom engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive learning tools.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in elementary education.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and after-school clubs, enhancing the educational experience for students.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Education
No Degree - Education
Alvin Community College
Alvin, TXEducation
University of Houston- Clear Lake
Clear Lake TX12-2012
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
Certification
- Certified EC-4& 4-8 Generalist Texas
- Certified Special Education Texas
- Certified ESL Texas
Timeline
Virtual Tutoring
Grow by Paper
09.2024 - Current
4th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Huffman ISD
08.2021 - 06.2023
3rd-7th Grade Teacher
Houston ISD
08.2014 - 06.2021
No Degree - Education
Alvin Community College
Education
University of Houston- Clear Lake