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Overview
Work History
Education
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Summer Missionary
Inner-City Tutor
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Sarah Walker

Hill City,SD

Summary

Focused and dedicated primary school educator with 10+ years of experience. Passionate about educating children ages K-6 using various activities and organizational tools. Expert developing integrated lesson plans, creating custom class materials assigning standards-based classwork and grading tests. Diplomatic communicator when addressing parents and children about disciplinary actions.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Writing + History Teacher

Two Roads Charter School

Middle School Grammar + Writing Teache

Classical Conversations
09.2022 - 05.2023

Teaching language grammar, writing, and arithmetic models learning, alongside introducing parents and students to essential "connections" or logic within each subject.

  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning through games and discussion.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons in tying in middle ages with writing.
  • Improved student writing with targeted strategies with writing 24 papers during year.

School Librarian

Bradford Elementary
09.2010 - 06.2011
  • Collaborated with team members to provide timely resolution of AV issues or obstacles and achieve smooth presentations.
  • Organized library catalog, supplies, equipment and records.
  • Monitored and analyzed library usage data to identify trends and areas for improvement in service offerings.
  • Restored order in face of conflicts between patrons and staff regarding policies, services and resource use.
  • Contributed to positive school culture by actively participating in staff meetings, professional development trainings, and collaborating with colleagues on projects enhancing student learning experience.

2nd Grade Teacher

Bradford Elementary
09.2009 - 06.2010
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Collaborated with other teachers for interdisciplinary lesson planning, enhancing student understanding of various subjects.
  • Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.

Kindergarten Teacher

Bradford Elementary
09.2007 - 06.2009
  • Rewarded student success by utilizing praise and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Monitored use of technology, enhancing student learning and technological skills.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management strategies for creation of ideal learning environment.
  • Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development.

Homeschool Educator

Home Employed
09.2015 - 05.2023
  • Implemented hands-on learning activities for improved retention and engagement in subject matter.
  • Established routines and procedures that promoted structured yet flexible learning environment conducive to academic success.
  • Attended textbooks fairs and homeschool meetings to understand different approaches to subject matter.
  • Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in homeschool best practices and educational trends, resulting in enhanced teaching effectiveness.
  • Incorporated diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and abilities among children.

1st Grade Teacher

Evergreen Academy
09.2003 - 06.2007
  • Developed entire curriculum from ground up!
  • Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting cross-curricular understanding.
  • Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.

Pre-School Teacher

Franklin Christian Preschool
09.2001 - 06.2002
  • Ensured safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in classroom.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Incorporated Christian Worldview into lesson plans to create Christ-centered preschool
  • Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.

Education

No Degree - School Library Science

CU Denver
Denver, CO
2011

No Degree - Elementary Education

Adams State University
Alamosa, CO
2008

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
2003

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

Moody Bible Institute
Chicago, IL
2001

Skills

  • Group and individual instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Needs Assessments
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • Technology Integration
  • Compliance standards

Summer Missionary

  • Established and organized summer camps for Zulu schoolchildren in Esikhawini, South Africa.
  • Organized and managed summer camps for six successive summers.
  • Led and organized teams of individuals from the United States to South Africa to provide assistance in the camps..

Inner-City Tutor

  • Developed and structured lessons for children in urban areas of Detroit and Chicago, respectively.
  • Organized and orchestrated summer camps tailored for inner-city children.

Timeline

Middle School Grammar + Writing Teache

Classical Conversations
09.2022 - 05.2023

Homeschool Educator

Home Employed
09.2015 - 05.2023

School Librarian

Bradford Elementary
09.2010 - 06.2011

2nd Grade Teacher

Bradford Elementary
09.2009 - 06.2010

Kindergarten Teacher

Bradford Elementary
09.2007 - 06.2009

1st Grade Teacher

Evergreen Academy
09.2003 - 06.2007

Pre-School Teacher

Franklin Christian Preschool
09.2001 - 06.2002

Writing + History Teacher

Two Roads Charter School

No Degree - School Library Science

CU Denver

No Degree - Elementary Education

Adams State University

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Phoenix

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

Moody Bible Institute
Sarah Walker