Sarah Richard
Derby
Summary
A seasoned educator with a track record of fostering student engagement and critical thinking, I have excelled in roles across the City of Bridgeport and Newtown Connecticut Board of Education. My expertise in classroom management and lesson planning has significantly contributed to creating supportive learning environments, highlighted by a commitment to collaborative learning and relationship building.
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
City Of Bridgeport
08.2007 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
Math Tutor
City of Bridgeport Board of Education
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Boosted student confidence in problem-solving by providing individualized support and targeted feedback during tutoring sessions.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
After-School Teacher
Central YMCA-Lighthouse
04.2018 - 10.2022
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Second Grade
City of Bridgeport Board of Education
08.2006 - 08.2007
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to stay current on educational trends and improve teaching strategies continually.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with creative lesson planning and hands-on activities, encouraging student engagement.
Paraprofessional
Newtown Connecticut Board of Education
08.2005 - 08.2006
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Education
Sixth Year - Sixth Year
University of Augustana
North Dakota05-2018
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Souther Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain05-1986
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Growth mindset
- Collaborative learning
Accomplishments
- Active member of Luis Munoz Marin's Leadership Team.
- Teams Mentor for New Teachers
- School SEL/PBIS Leader
- Attended Multilingual Institute for 2 years.
Outstanding Teacher of The Year
Nominated by administration, colleague and former student for Outstanding Teacher Award, May 2024.
Inspiring teacher of the Year-2023
Timeline
Math Tutor
City of Bridgeport Board of Education
10.2022 - 05.2024
After-School Teacher
Central YMCA-Lighthouse
04.2018 - 10.2022
Teacher
City Of Bridgeport
08.2007 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Second Grade
City of Bridgeport Board of Education
08.2006 - 08.2007
Paraprofessional
Newtown Connecticut Board of Education
08.2005 - 08.2006
Sixth Year - Sixth Year
University of Augustana
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Souther Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Central Connecticut State University
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