Sarah Heck
Virginia Beach,VA
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade General Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for math, science, and social studies, aligning with state standards and fostering an interactive learning environment.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate various learning styles and abilities, ensuring all students received individualized support to meet academic goals.
- Monitored and assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments, using data to inform instruction and provide targeted interventions.
- Achieved a 95% pass rate on the mathematics SOL for general education students in 2024.
- 85% of students in current school year are already projected to pass the Spring SOL according to winter growth assessment data
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce key concepts in Math and Science, improving student understanding and retention of complex topics.
- Incorporated hands-on activities, experiments, and real-world examples to make Science and Social Studies concepts relatable and engaging.
- Created and maintained a positive classroom environment by promoting respect, collaboration, and active participation in discussions and activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues, parents, and school leadership to track student progress, communicate achievements, and address areas for improvement.
- Implemented technology tools and digital resources to enhance learning experiences and integrate 21st-century skills in the classroom.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, using positive reinforcement, and addressing behavioral concerns promptly.
- Organized field trips and special projects to provide real-world context for Social Studies and Science lessons, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
General Education Teacher Assistant
Butts Road Intermediate School
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted classroom teachers with small group instruction, grading, and small projects
- Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
Travel Director (Volleyball)
The St. James
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Oversaw home tournament operations by establishing strategic plans for scheduling, staffing, and logistics
- Liaison between facility and patrons for conflict resolution during home tournaments
- Coordinated scheduling, payment and sales related to private lessons
- Point of contact for sales of programs, leagues, and clinics for participants
- Planned travel, lodging, and related expenses for 17 travel teams
- Invoiced and monitored player travel dues and payment plans
- Managed and monitors boys and girls travel schedules to ensure they are time efficient and realistic
- Handled all tournament applications and payments for 17 teams
- Developed and maintained two-way communications between parents, players, coaches, fellow directors
- Created schedule for practices and positional training for travel teams
- Creation, implementation, and enforcement of travel teams Policies and Procedures
- Organized and staffed girls and boys travel team tryouts
- Established short and long range performance targets for players, teams, and the organization
- Managed the organization's social media accounts and all information distribution channels
- Effectively solved problems and created schedules that cross organizational boundaries due to shared gym space
Marketing Coordinator
Tidewater Volleyball Association
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Creator for social media posts, event pages, and event flyers
- Photographer and Videographer
Tournament Director (Volleyball)
Atlantic Coast Events
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Managed tournament setup, logistics, and teardown operations for 100+ team tournaments.
- Coordinated court schedules and entered match results into the AES system.
- Acted as liaison between referees, facility staff, coaches, and participants.
- Oversaw all financial transactions related to event admissions.
Graduate Assistant, Sport Management Program
Old Dominion University
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Assisted faculty with teaching, research, and administrative duties
- Served as liaison with the Office of Leadership & Student Involvement to ensure policies and procedures were followed in providing opportunities for graduate Sport Management students
Intern
Eastern Sports Management – Virginia Beach Sports Center
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Immersed in the scheduling, execution, and management of all sports leagues, camps, clinics, tournaments, and other special events
- Responsibilities included guest relations, assisting in league registrations and rental bookings, providing information to guests, managing the computer system, and proper telephone etiquette
- Assisted operations director in maintenance and cleaning of the property and learned how a 75,000 - 175,000 square-foot building is maintained on a daily basis
- Patrolled the courts and fields as a league marshal and posed as authoritative representative of the facility
- Conducted a calendar audit and created a more functional universal calendar for the needs of the staff
4th Grade Mathematics Teacher
James Bowie Fine Arts Academy
07.2018 - 05.2019
Volleyball Coach
Various Programs
07.2014 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow coaches to share best practices, leading to overall program improvement.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to volleyball athletes to help reach full potential.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
- Created and executed a recruiting budget
Education
Master of Science - Sport Management
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05.2017
Skills
- Adobe Lightroom and Premiere Pro
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- AI Tools
- Peer collaboration
- Relationship building
- Staff management
- Customer relationship management (CRM) and software
- Account management
Certification
- CPR
- Crowd Management
- Cultural Competency Training
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Mandatory Reporter
- Child Protection
- Safe Sport
Awards
- 05/21, Graduate Award for Academic Excellence in Sport Management
- 04/18, Women’s NCVF Division III Coach of the Year
Timeline
4th Grade General Education Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
General Education Teacher Assistant
Butts Road Intermediate School
07.2022 - 05.2023
Travel Director (Volleyball)
The St. James
06.2021 - 06.2022
Marketing Coordinator
Tidewater Volleyball Association
03.2021 - 05.2021
Tournament Director (Volleyball)
Atlantic Coast Events
03.2021 - 05.2021
Intern
Eastern Sports Management – Virginia Beach Sports Center
01.2021 - 03.2021
Graduate Assistant, Sport Management Program
Old Dominion University
08.2019 - 05.2021
4th Grade Mathematics Teacher
James Bowie Fine Arts Academy
07.2018 - 05.2019
Volleyball Coach
Various Programs
07.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Texas A&M University
Master of Science - Sport Management
Old Dominion University
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