SARAH L. JOHNSON
Forest
Summary
My objective is to obtain a position as a library media specialist with Be County Public Schools.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Media Specialist
Amherst County Public Schools
Amherst, VA
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging library programs to enhance student literacy and research skills.
- Collaborated with educators to integrate technology and digital resources into classroom curricula.
- Managed collection development, ensuring diverse materials met educational standards and student needs.
- Provided instruction on information literacy, promoting effective research strategies among students and staff.
Classroom Teacher
Amherst County Public Schools
Amherst, Virginia
08.2010 - Current
- Having 13 years of teaching experience, I am accustomed to creating and teaching reading, math, social studies, and science lessons by aligning activities with the standards of learning and curriculum framework. Through tracking and interpreting student data and participating in a weekly professional learning community, I, along with my colleagues, disaggregate assessment results using them to create student centered and data driven lessons. Reflective in my practice, I provide learning opportunities to my students utilizing research based instructional methodologies. While communicating and collaborating with students, parents, and colleagues in the best interest of the students in my classroom, I create and maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
Lynchburg, Virginia
12.2007 - 12.2009
- I was required to take classes to obtain my pharmacy technician certification. I also had to take the national and state pharmacy technician test issued by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board. I passed both tests and obtained my technician license.
- I took patient orders, filled prescriptions correctly as determined by the pharmacist, solved customer service issues, and filed insurance claims for customers with the insurance companies to make sure that the patients’ medications were covered.
Substitute Teacher
Nelson County Public Schools
Lovingston, Virginia
12.2007 - 12.2009
- I taught lessons provided by classroom teachers.
- I followed the daily schedule provided by the classroom teacher.
- I was responsible for the safety and well being of the students in my classroom.
Education
Master of Science - Library media specialist endorsement to Master's Degree
UVA/UVA Wise
Virtual02.2026
Masters Degree - Master of Arts in Teaching
Sweet Briar College
Sweet Briar, Virginia01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies Major, Psychology Minor
Sweet Briar College
Sweet Briar, Virginia01.2009
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Library Media Specialist
Amherst County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Amherst County Public Schools
08.2010 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
12.2007 - 12.2009
Substitute Teacher
Nelson County Public Schools
12.2007 - 12.2009
Masters Degree - Master of Arts in Teaching
Sweet Briar College
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies Major, Psychology Minor
Sweet Briar College
Master of Science - Library media specialist endorsement to Master's Degree
UVA/UVA Wise