Sarah Amelia Poppe
Crested Butte,CO
Summary
Accomplished Curriculum Developer with 2 years of experience delivering high-quality curriculum components. Well-organized and detail-oriented with an adaptable personality. Works well independently as well as collaborating as a part of a team. Bringing 20 years of experience as an elementary educator in a variety of classroom settings.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Developer
Great Minds PhD Science
Washington, D.C.
02.2021 - Current
- Developed 2nd grade curriculum for the PhD Science Texas 24' curriculum.
- Dedicated team member of Post Texas 24' team, working towards the successful adoption of PhD Science Texas 24 curriculum by the Texas Board of Education.
- Worked on the K-2 Revisions National Edition 2 team. Key responsibilities included elevating the use of phenomenon to drive learning, aligning summative assessments to Module Objectives, increasing three-dimensionality within the module, improving equity in content, and implementing National Edition 2 guidelines for module design.
Teacher: Second and Fourth Grades
Crested Butte Community School
Crested Butte , CO
08.2007 - 02.2021
- Served on the Science Leadership team, responsible for creating cohesive implementation plan for Next Generation Science Standards, exploring curriculum adoption, and leading trainings in science instruction
- Completed training in curriculum planning for the Next Generation Science Standards through Biological Sciences Curriculum Study.
- Contributed to Math Leadership team by spearheading curriculum adoption and implementing school-wide initiatives in alignment with math objectives. Additionally, conducted training sessions for effective math instruction.
Teacher Kindergarten and 1st/2nd Multi-Age Class
The Slate River School
Crested Butte, CO
08.2004 - 07.2007
- Collaborated to write and implement school wide curriculum designed around 8 elements: language arts, math, sciences, Spanish, the arts, field and body work, community service and character.
- Developed and integrated an experiential science curriculum.
- Designed thematic based Earth science modules each year inspired by the local environment including The Gunnison Valley Watershed, The Geology of the Gunnison Valley, and Wood and Wildlife of the Gunnison Valley.
Teacher: First Grade
The Pinnacle Charter School, Adams District 12
Denver, CO
08.2003 - 07.2004
- Collaborated with literacy coach and TOSA, resulting in enhanced reading test scores.
- Implemented educational sessions to foster stronger parental support.
- Designed individualized instruction catering to a range of student abilities.
Teacher: Kindergarten and Third Grade
Escuela International Sampendrana
San Pedro Sula, Honduras
01.2001 - 07.2003
- Developed and executed thematic-focused curriculum for Kindergarten students.
- Worked collaboratively in a task force to boost English as a Second Language proficiency.
- Facilitated effective communication and rapport-building with non-English speaking parents.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching Elementary School
Colorado College
Colorado Springs, CO08-2001
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Skidmore College
Saratoga Springs, NY05-1997
Skills
- Content Development
- Curriculum Design
- Digital learning platforms
- Instructional Best Practices
- Teaching strategies
- Student Engagement
- Interactive Learning
- Team Collaboration
- Interactive Learning
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Curriculum Developer
Great Minds PhD Science
02.2021 - Current
Teacher: Second and Fourth Grades
Crested Butte Community School
08.2007 - 02.2021
Teacher Kindergarten and 1st/2nd Multi-Age Class
The Slate River School
08.2004 - 07.2007
Teacher: First Grade
The Pinnacle Charter School, Adams District 12
08.2003 - 07.2004
Teacher: Kindergarten and Third Grade
Escuela International Sampendrana
01.2001 - 07.2003
Master of Arts - Teaching Elementary School
Colorado College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Skidmore College
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