Sarah Terhune
Kansas City,KS
Summary
Dedicated and passionate educator with extensive knowledge in teaching and updating instructional methods. Committed to mentoring students to boost engagement and overall success. Outgoing, friendly, and highly attentive to detail.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher – 3rd & 5th Grade
Blackburn Elementary
Independence, MO
01.2015 - Current
- Contributed to a 37% school APR increase through rigorous and engaging lesson plans, assessing student abilities, tracking progress, and providing individualized support to meet diverse needs
- Taught mathematics in a departmentalized model for two years, collaborating with colleagues to align curriculum and improve student outcomes
- Reduced office referrals by 30% as PBIS lead by coaching staff through 4:1, common area expectations, and discouraging unexpected behaviors
- Provided before school tutoring services to students below grade level
- Implemented UFLI phonics program for 5th-grade students to address and remediate gaps in foundational literacy skills
- Served as a mentor to first year teachers
- Guided teacher candidates through practical teaching experiences.
Technology Classroom Assistant – K-5
Westridge Elementary
Ballwin, MO
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Developed and delivered engaging technology lessons to K-5 students, fostering skills in coding, digital communication, and responsible technology use
- Maintained a well-managed and positive classroom environment for K-5 students, ensuring effective learning and engagement
Education
Master of Science - Literacy
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Education
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05-2014
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Technology integration
- Communication
- Professional growth
- Continuous learning
References
- Jeff Anger, Principal, 816-521-5395, jeff_anger@isdschools.org
- Christy Lamb, Principal
- Bridget Cantrell
- Katie Self, Instructional Coach
- Titan Johnson, Elementary Teacher, (515) 379-0012, titanjohnsonpca31@gmail.com
Professional Development
- Leader in Me, 2024
- Vertical Alignment, 2024
- AI in the Classroom, 2024
- UFLI, 2023
- Greg Tang, 2022
Certification
- Career Continuous Professional Certificate Elementary Education 1-6
Timeline
Teacher – 3rd & 5th Grade
Blackburn Elementary
01.2015 - Current
Technology Classroom Assistant – K-5
Westridge Elementary
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Career Continuous Professional Certificate Elementary Education 1-6
Master of Science - Literacy
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Education
Missouri State University
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