Sarah Wark
Henrico,VA
Summary
Professional educator with proven track record of fostering academic success and inspiring love for learning. Adept at developing personalized lesson plans, utilizing effective teaching methods, and leveraging strong communication skills to engage students. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and consistently achieving measurable results in diverse educational settings. Reliable and focused on continuous improvement and support for both students and colleagues.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
The Steward School
Richmond, VA
06.2022 - Current
- Enhanced academic performance by providing targeted support in math, reading, and writing for students in grades 2-5.
- Developed and implemented personalized lessons to meet diverse learning styles.
- Implemented assessment strategies to monitor student progress and adapt teaching methods.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to determine how best to support student success.
- Worked closely with students and teachers on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Established positive relationships with both students and parents, fostering open communication regarding academic progress and goals.
- Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop effective strategies for addressing diverse student needs and abilities.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Fourth Grade
The Steward School
Richmond, VA
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Collaborated with the classroom teacher on reading plans.
- Taught fourth grade reading to three classes as well as writing and morphology to the homeroom class.
- Established a positive classroom culture by setting clear expectations and promoting mutual respect among students.
- Established clear classroom routines to enable a seamless transition upon the return of the classroom teacher.
- Delivered engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop lessons in writing and morphology.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
- Established and maintained positive parent communication.
- Created interim reports to communicate student progress to parents.
- Administered DRAs for each student in fourth grade to determine reading levels and identify areas of potential growth.
Third Grade Elementary Teacher
Harvie Elementary School
Henrico, VA
08.2011 - 06.2018
- Supervised, engaged, and motivated 20-25 students with a variety of hands-on lessons and activities across all content areas.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive math lessons for entire grade level.
- Cultivated a warm, welcoming, and engaging classroom environment.
- Established and maintained positive connections with parents, promoting active participation in the educational journey through consistent updates and meetings.
- Assessed student progress using quantitative and qualitative assessments and evaluated results to help differentiate instruction.
- Led team as Third Grade Chair for three of seven years.
- Prepared for and attended regular IEP meetings.
- Participated in after-school tutoring in both reading and math.
- Attended district wide Science curriculum meetings and communicated news school wide.
- Member of Lighthouse Committee- trained new staff on 'Leader in Me' Program.
Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher
Harvie Elementary School
Henrico , VA
10.2010 - 06.2011
- Co-taught and collaborated with special education instructor
- Performed after school tutoring
- Planned for and attended regular IEP meetings
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Chester County Intermediate Unit
Downingtown, PA
01.2008 - 04.2009
- Differentiated instruction for students with disabilities
- Created Pre-K lessons
- Led class in the teacher's absence
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education:
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA12-2007
Skills
- Relationship building
- Team Collaboration
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Behavioral improvements
- Parent/Guardian Communication
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Fourth Grade
The Steward School
08.2025 - 10.2025
Tutor
The Steward School
06.2022 - Current
Third Grade Elementary Teacher
Harvie Elementary School
08.2011 - 06.2018
Fifth Grade Elementary School Teacher
Harvie Elementary School
10.2010 - 06.2011
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Chester County Intermediate Unit
01.2008 - 04.2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education:
Millersville University of Pennsylvania