Sarah Wilson
Crossville
Summary
I am an educator with a wonderful record at Home Away From Home Daycare, excelling in innovative lesson planning and fostering critical thinking. Adept at building strong relationships with students and parents, I implement effective classroom management strategies that enhance student engagement and promote a positive learning environment. Committed to continuous professional development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Home Away From Home Daycare
07.2023 - Current
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
Teacher
Little Oaks Academy
07.2020 - 07.2023
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies and methodologies.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Caregiver
Comfort Keepers
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Provided compassionate personal care to clients, assisting with daily living activities.
- Monitored clients' health conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients and families for effective communication and support.
- Assisted clients with mobility challenges, ensuring safety during transfers and movement.
- Documented care provided and maintained accurate records of client progress and needs.
- Implemented engaging activities to promote mental stimulation and emotional well-being for clients.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices in client care, fostering a supportive team environment.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Teacher
Home Away From Home Daycare
07.2014 - 12.2018
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to promote children's cognitive and social development.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management techniques.
- Assisted in the assessment of children's developmental milestones and learning progress.
- Collaborated with parents to provide updates on children's progress and address concerns.
- Organized educational activities that enhanced creativity and critical thinking skills in children.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, and developmental assessments.
- Facilitated daily routines, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all children.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stone Memorial High School
Crossville, TNCDA -
Tcat
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Child development
- Innovative lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Social-emotional learning training
Timeline
Teacher
Home Away From Home Daycare
07.2023 - Current
Teacher
Little Oaks Academy
07.2020 - 07.2023
Caregiver
Comfort Keepers
01.2019 - 07.2020
Teacher
Home Away From Home Daycare
07.2014 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Stone Memorial High School
CDA -
Tcat