- Enjoy participating in walking, cycling, and Body Pump classes for overall physical and mental well-being
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Road Trips
- Gardening
- Hiking
- Reading
- DIY and Home Improvement
Sarah C. West
Oak Ridge,NC
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches. Enjoys a team atmosphere and has a strong desire to see all children grow to their fullest potential.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Guilford County Schools
08.2011 - Current
- Currently instructing 4th grade at Oak Ridge Elementary
- Taught 5th grade at Oak Ridge Elementary
- Taught 1st and 2nd grade at both Alderman and Shadybrook Elementary Schools
- Served on the schoolwide leadership team at Alderman Elementary 2012-2014 and from 2017-2019 at Oak Ridge Elementary
- Received both the state and local performance bonus in math and reading for being in the top 25% of teachers for the 2023-2024 school year.
- Certified in LETRS, the Science of Reading
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process through weekly and often daily communication using Class Dojo and team newsletters
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Collaborated with teammates to design and present lesson plans, based on NC state standards, in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Utilized data-driven instruction practices to identify areas needing improvement and adjust teaching strategies accordingly
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
Substitute Teacher
Guilford County Schools
12.2009 - 06.2011
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Served as a long term substitute for both a kindergarten and fourth grade classroom.
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
First Lutheran School for Young Children
08.2006 - 05.2027
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate lesson plans for a two-year old classroom
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Established strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open lines of communication regarding student development and concerns.
Instructor
Greensboro Science Center
03.2001 - 09.2002
- Taught a class, Nature Tots, for children ages 18 months-3 years old
- Taught a summer science camp class for 4 year olds
Education
M. Ed. - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC05.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC12.1994
No Degree - Geography And Plant And Soil Science
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TNBachelor of Arts - Geography
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC05.1990
Skills
- Mathematics, reading, social studies, and science instruction
- Effective Classroom Management
- Clear Parent-Teacher Communication
- Group and individual instruction
- Technology integration
- Experienced with Canvas
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team Collaboration
- Student Assessment
Certification
- K-6 North Carolina Certification
- LETRS trained and certified
Interests
Timeline
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Guilford County Schools
08.2011 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Guilford County Schools
12.2009 - 06.2011
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
First Lutheran School for Young Children
08.2006 - 05.2027
Instructor
Greensboro Science Center
03.2001 - 09.2002
M. Ed. - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
No Degree - Geography And Plant And Soil Science
University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
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