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Sarah Steves

Hollister

Summary

Energetic and enthusiastic substitute teacher with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Hollister School District
01.2023 - Current
  • Instructed a variety of subjects to grades K-5 in the absence of regular teacher, managed classrooms, supervised students, transitioned students between activities and maintained class attendance records
  • Provided Title 1 support in grades K-5 using various instructional methods including Haggerty Phonemic Awareness Curriculum, various visual, auditory and blending drills, word work, irregular and decodable word reviews, letter formation, reading and writing reviews
  • Provided paraprofessional support in grades 2-5 by tutoring students, helping manage classrooms, assisting students with special needs and developing strong relationships with students

Children's Ministry Team

Faith Life Church
01.2019 - 01.2024
  • Facilitated interactive lessons and games, holding discussions based on Bible curriculum for the assigned age group
  • Safely registered children upon arrival and guaranteed their return to parents at the end of the service
  • Adhered to safety protocols and ensured the well-being of children at all times

Worship Leader/Pastoral Support

Living Word Church
01.2008 - 01.2016
  • Responsible for the team rehearsals and presentations of weekly worship for services
  • Provided counsel for congregation members as acting pastoral support
  • Overseer of children's ministry ensuring curriculum for all ages
  • Taught children’s, youth and adult Bible classes

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management, Human Resource Management

University of Wisconsin Stout
Menomonie, WI
01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Degree in Theology, Pastoral Care

Maranatha College
Brooklyn Park, MN
01.2006

Ministry Certification - Pastoral Ministry Program, Biblical Essentials

Rhema Bible Training Center
Broken Arrow, OK
01.2004

Skills

  • Communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Collaboration
  • Continuous learner
  • Classroom management
  • Adaptability

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Hollister School District
01.2023 - Current

Children's Ministry Team

Faith Life Church
01.2019 - 01.2024

Worship Leader/Pastoral Support

Living Word Church
01.2008 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Business Management, Human Resource Management

University of Wisconsin Stout

Bachelor of Science - Degree in Theology, Pastoral Care

Maranatha College

Ministry Certification - Pastoral Ministry Program, Biblical Essentials

Rhema Bible Training Center
Sarah Steves