Sara McCloskey
Saratoga Springs,NY
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Manager - Student Housing
United Group of Companies
Troy, NY
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Streamlined operations and managed reporting for three student housing properties with a team of 3 managers and 15 employees
- Coordinated and implemented recruitment and resident activities in collaboration with site staff and marketing team.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and competition activities.
Property Manager - Schuyler Commons
United Group of Companies
Utica, NY
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Developed and implemented effective leasing strategies to maximize occupancy rates.
- Coordinated with vendors for the procurement of services such as repairs, renovations, landscaping.
- Managed all maintenance requests from tenants in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions including rent collections, security deposits, and other income sources.
Assistant Manager
Alex & Ani
Saratoga Springs, NY
11.2013 - 07.2015
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving.
Owner/Provider of Mighty Minds Daycare
Self
Amsterdam, NY
09.2013 - 06.2014
- Created a safe, nurturing environment to promote learning and growth in children.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations governing child care facilities.
Teacher - 2nd & 4th Grade
Gloversville Enlarged School District
Gloversville, NY
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
Teacher - 4th Grade
Gloversville Enlarged School District
Gloversville, NY
08.2007 - 06.2009
- Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
Education
Master of Science - Professional Teacher Development
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, NY06-2008
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, NY12-2006
High School Diploma -
Gloversville High School
Gloversville, NY06-2003
Timeline
Area Manager - Student Housing
United Group of Companies
06.2017 - 07.2018
Property Manager - Schuyler Commons
United Group of Companies
08.2015 - 06.2017
Assistant Manager
Alex & Ani
11.2013 - 07.2015
Owner/Provider of Mighty Minds Daycare
Self
09.2013 - 06.2014
Teacher - 2nd & 4th Grade
Gloversville Enlarged School District
08.2011 - 06.2013
Teacher - 4th Grade
Gloversville Enlarged School District
08.2007 - 06.2009
Master of Science - Professional Teacher Development
The College of Saint Rose
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The College of Saint Rose
High School Diploma -
Gloversville High School