Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Professional License
Community Leadership
Timeline

Sarah Elizabeth Wall

Centennial School District R-1
Sandy,Oregon
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience

Online Advanced Math Teacher delivering blended online instruction and advanced mathematics support for students across virtual and hybrid settings. Builds strong relationships, monitors student progress, and uses assessment data to adjust instruction and coordinate interventions with students and families. Supports a safe, nurturing online classroom while guiding students toward course completion and graduation readiness.

Work History

Preschool and School Age Teacher

1 Year 2 Months
Bright Beginnings Preschool & Daycare | 06.2025 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive and social skills.
  • Implemented age-appropriate activities promoting physical development and creativity.
  • Fostered a nurturing environment supporting emotional growth and self-esteem in children.
  • Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and behavioral strategies.
  • Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, enhancing relevance and promoting student engagement in the learning process.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units of study for comprehensive understanding across subject areas.
  • Adapted lesson plans and instructional materials to accommodate diverse learner needs and interests.

Online Advanced Math Teacher

3 Years
Centennial School District R-1 | 08.2023 - Current
  • Implemented effective assessment strategies to gauge student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
  • Implemented behavior support strategies that enhanced self-regulation and increased course work completion.
  • Creates safe and nurturing online environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for 200+ students.
  • Implemented behavior support strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and course work completion for students.
  • Maintained open communication with parents through regular performance updates and prompt resolution of concerns.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering positive learning environment that encouraged questions and discussions.
  • Mentored 20+ middle school students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
  • Participated actively in department meetings, contributing ideas for improving instructional strategies and supporting school-wide goals for academic excellence.

Advanced Math Classroom Teacher

1 Month
Portland Public School District, Franklin High | 08.2023 - 09.2023
  • This job overlaps with my current position due to upholding my 60 day contract hold in Portland Public Schools while working for Centennial Virtual Academy after resigning from PPD August 2nd, 2023.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Engaged in professional development, enhancing instructional techniques and aligning with best practices in education.
  • Set clear behavior and classroom management expectations, cultivating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Blended Online Advanced Math, Math Interventionalist

1 Year 11 Months
Portland Public Schools, Online Learning Academy | 08.2021 - 07.2023
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, resulting in improved academic performance and increased confidence in their abilities.
  • Integrated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within classroom effectively.
  • Implemented effective assessment strategies to gauge student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, creating a positive learning environment that encouraged active participation and open dialogue.
  • Maintained open communication with parents, providing regular updates on student performance and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Mentored new teachers in department, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management techniques.
  • Integrated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom effectively.

Blended Online Advanced Math, Blended Online Program Liaison

8 Years 9 Months
Portland Public Schools, DART Schools | 09.2012 - 06.2021
  • Supported students in Residential and Day Treatment programs to achieve Advanced Math credit
  • Designed and delivered Professional Development for teachers and mentors to build and support BOL
  • Analyzed enrollment and credit data to inform strategic growth of BOL Program
  • Worked with Administration on planning and design to build BOL Program across DART
  • Oversaw classroom behavior management for students in programs and transitional housing
  • Collaborated in District Math Network and Teacher Leaders Team, ODE Math Pathways Conference, District Curriculum Adoption team
  • Served as co-chair on ODE Math Pathways Geometry panel
  • Collaborated on PPS Math GVC Revision and Assessment Team, built curriculum for COVID learning.

Blended Online Advanced Math Teacher

3 Years
Portland Public Schools, Virtual Scholars | 06.2013 - 06.2016
  • Aligned curriculum to PPS Math Calendar and Learning Targets
  • Used online tools to communicate with students and build relationships
  • Collaborated with colleges and professionals to share best practices, enhance student growth, and improve data collection for RTI.
  • Facilitated discussions with stakeholders to support student success and ensure completion of online courses.
  • Guided Credit Recovery and Advanced students in earning Advanced Math credit in BOL.

Education

Master of Education - Educational Leadership And Policy

Boston College | Chestnut Hill, MA | 09-2025

Partical Completion of Program

Masters of Arts in Teaching - Secondary Education

Warner Pacific College | Portland, OR | 12-2010

Bachelor of Science - Dance

University of Oregon | Eugene, OR | 06-2007

Minor: Philosophy

Skills

Instructional design
Relationship building
Data-driven decision-making
Technology integration
Differentiated instruction
Assessment design
Curriculum alignment
Community building
Attendance intervention
MTSS/Behavior intervention strategies
Student mentoring

Certification

  • K-12 Advanced Mathematics
  • Middle School Multiple Subjects

Professional License

1041668

Community Leadership

  • Presenter at the Oregon Math Leaders 2023 Conference (Aug 2024)
  • Member of the State of Oregon Advanced Math Curriculum Adoption Team (2022)
  • Member of the Portland Public Schools Steering Committee (2021-2023)
  • Building Union Representative for Portland Association of Teachers (2022)
  • Built Geometry Curriculum For Portland Public Schools for COVID (2020)
  • Co-Chair (4 total) of Oregon Department of Education Math Pathways Geometry Panel (2019-2021)
  • Member of Portland Public Schools Math Calendar Alignment and Standards Revision (2016, 2018, 2020-2022)
  • Treasurer of Scott Schools Parent Teacher Association (2016-2018)
  • Treasurer and President of U of O's ASUO Club Dance Oregon (2004-2007)

Timeline

Preschool and School Age Teacher

Bright Beginnings Preschool & Daycare
06.2025 - CurrentRead More

Online Advanced Math Teacher

Centennial School District R-1
08.2023 - CurrentRead More

Advanced Math Classroom Teacher

Portland Public School District, Franklin High
08.2023 - 09.2023Read More

Blended Online Advanced Math, Math Interventionalist

Portland Public Schools, Online Learning Academy
08.2021 - 07.2023Read More

Blended Online Advanced Math Teacher

Portland Public Schools, Virtual Scholars
06.2013 - 06.2016Read More

Blended Online Advanced Math, Blended Online Program Liaison

Portland Public Schools, DART Schools
09.2012 - 06.2021Read More

University of Oregon

Bachelor of Science from Dance
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Boston College

Master of Education from Educational Leadership And Policy
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Warner Pacific College

Masters of Arts in Teaching from Secondary Education
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Sarah Elizabeth Wall