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Sarah Watts

Memphis,TN

Summary

Organized, dependable, results-oriented, and collaborative leader with a proven track record of optimizing processes, driving efficiency, and delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments. Skilled at positively managing multiple priorities and adept at adaptation. Passionate about education and dedicated to providing access for all.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director

Man Up Teacher Fellowship
02.2022 - Current
  • Oversee operations and provide corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Recruited and placed over 70 high quality teacher candidates to ensure students are receiving a high quality education.
  • Monitor staff workflow and administrative processes to ensure operations are efficient and effective.
  • Strengthen client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.
  • Created seamless processes for program completion.
  • Collaborate with the team to develop and implement effective programs that align with the organization's mission.
  • Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, making adjustments as necessary.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, community partners, fellows, and board members.
  • Plan and oversee operations of quarterly learning sessions.

Educator

Highland Oaks Elementary
07.2020 - 02.2022
  • Served as the team lead; facilitated weekly professional development sessions, discussed and analyzed student data, addressed any questions or concerns of the team.
  • Utilized technology daily to deliver engaging lessons during virtual learning due to COVID.
  • Collaborated in weekly learning communities and deliberate practice sessions.
  • Served on various school committees focused on improving policies or procedures, driving positive change at an institutional level.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.

Educator

Promise Academy Charter School
07.2014 - 05.2020
  • Collaborated with colleagues in learning communities and deliberate practice to ensure best practices in the classroom.
  • Assisted in creating and implementing school wide culture and expectations.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Co-facilitated a 3 day new teacher orientation during the summer of 2018 and 2019
  • Mentored 3 new educators in best practices for teaching through book studies, observation and feedback cycles, and professional development leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
  • Served as a Relay Resident Advisor, responsible for evaluating and providing meaningful feedback to the resident teacher.

Orientation Leader

COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY
02.2013 - 07.2013
  • Assisted over 200 first-year students in developing peer relationships, academic effectiveness, and personal adjustment to CSU.
  • Enhanced student orientation experience by organizing interactive activities and icebreakers.
  • Utilized problem solving skills to ensure that an event serving over 7,000 students ran smoothly.
  • Worked collaboratively and effectively with 29 teammates of varying perspectives, skills, personal stories, and academic disciplines to deliver a high quality program.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies/Early Childhood Education

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
05.2014

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
  • Operations management
  • Highly dependable
  • Time management
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Collaboration and relationship building
  • File and record keeping
  • Schedule and calendar management

Additional Information

THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF MEMPHIS - Member

  • Part of an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.
  • Served as a Provisional Advisor, leading 13 women through their first year in the league by facilitating meetings, sharing information, and tracking the progress of each woman.
  • Served as a Community Chair for the GROW Placement - Ensured regular communication, built relationships with teachers as well as placement members, planned, scheduled, and executed all volunteer events.


EMBARK NEW MEMPHIS LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE - Cohort Member

  • Selected to participate in a three month training program designed for high performing young professionals who choose to live and serve in Memphis
  • Developed personal and professional leadership skills and participated in community engagement.
  • Completed a semester-long program collaborating with a team of aspiring community leaders to craft and deliver a compelling pitch spotlighting positive initiatives unfolding within the Memphis community.


TEACH FOR AMERICA - Corps Member

  • Served as a member of a highly selective national service corps of recent college graduates of all academic majors who commit two years to teach in under-resourced public schools and become lifelong leaders in a wide range of careers.

Timeline

Managing Director

Man Up Teacher Fellowship
02.2022 - Current

Educator

Highland Oaks Elementary
07.2020 - 02.2022

Educator

Promise Academy Charter School
07.2014 - 05.2020

Orientation Leader

COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY
02.2013 - 07.2013

Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies/Early Childhood Education

Colorado State University

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