SARAH SCHELLER
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Enthusiastic and qualified Elementary School teacher with 10 years of experience teaching meaningful standards based curriculum to diverse classrooms. Has a passion for teaching and learning. Believes that in order to be a great teacher one should to be open to learning new things from supervisors, peers, students and families. Is a proud Navy veteran. Has experience as a paraprofessional, a kindergarten through second grade teacher, and as a multi classroom leader. Is a dedicated educator with experience as a team leader, teacher mentor and coach, math lead and service on several school wide committees.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher and Multi-classroom Leader
Chesapeake Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
- Served as a multi-classroom leader to four second grade educators.
- As a multi-classroom leader, I served as part of the leadership and instructional teams to mentor, model and coach teachers on my team similar to a Title 1 instructional coach.
- Attended the CPS coaching conference/training on Jim Knight's Better Conversations and The Impact Cycle.
- Built positive and productive relationships with team teachers to drive improvements in student academic growth.
- Delivered differentiated instruction on the Virginia SOLs, to up to 21 diverse students individually and in small groups to include guided reading, and guided math.
- Created and delivered data driven tier 1 and tier 2 interventions to facilitate student growth.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Served as a mentor to first year teachers.
- Served as a model teacher/classroom per administrations request.
- Assisted with Nearpod training.
- Planned and delivered, school wide small group reading PD on lesson planning and instruction using complex texts.
- Completed professional development to include 7 hours of Number Sense Routines through Old Dominion University, Teaching reading online through the University of Florida Reading Institute, LETERS volume 1 and 2 and attended CPS Empower 2023/24.
- Served on school wide committees such as, academic, instructional, school Improvement, teaching and learning-first Grade math lead, school wide math lead, math focus group STEAM night, literacy night, teacher mentor and PTA.
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
Suffolk Public Schools
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with the kindergarten team to include Title 1, Math Coach and Instructional Coach to plan and implement Virginia SOL lesson plans in reading to include small group guided lessons, language arts, writing, math, science and social studies.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of a diverse classroom in order to reach each student at their individual level.
- Implemented Tier 1 through Tier 3 instructional strategies on a daily basis in both small and large group settings through the use of PALS reading data, VKRP math data, district and Virginia SOL curriculum/assessments.
- Implemented the use of technology such as a Smartboard, computers and listening center to engage student interest, instruct students on the use of technology, and accommodate diverse learners.
- Maintained a safe and cheerful learning environment for both students and parents/guardians.
- Maintained open communication and a consistent home/school connection with parents/guardians through a class newsletter, regular emails, take home projects, open invitation class activities and daily parents volunteers.
- Collected, analyzed, and maintained data through observations, assignments and assessments to drive Virginia SOL based instruction.
- Successfully implemented the use of a part time paraprofessional in my classroom who contributed directly to student achievement.
Kindergarten Teacher
DoDEA Pacific Area Office
01.2015 - 04.2018
- Collaborated with the kindergarten team to plan and implement Dodea College and Career Ready thematic units and lesson plans in reading to include small group guided lessons, language arts, writing, math, science and social studies.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of a diverse classroom in order to reach each student at their individual level.
- Implemented Tier 1 through Tier 3 instructional strategies on a daily basis in both small and large group settings.
- Implemented the use of technology such as a Smart Board, Smart Table, computers and listening center to engage student interest, instruct students on the use of technology, and accommodate diverse learners.
- Maintained a safe and cheerful learning environment for both students and parents/guardians.
- Maintained open communication and a consistent home/school connection with parents/guardians through a class newsletter, regular emails, take home projects, open invitation class activities and daily parents volunteers.
- Collected, analyzed, and maintained data through observations, assignments and assessments to drive standards based instruction.
- Successfully implemented the use of a full time paraprofessional in my classroom who contributed directly to student achievement.
- Served as the team leader for a team of 7 teachers and over 7 paraprofessionals myself included. Responsibilities included serving as a liason between the team and administration as well as all school committees, leading team collaborations for planning thematic units and daily lessons, planning and implementing required district grade level curriculum, assessments, and data collection, and planning/scheduling grade level activities and study trips.
Educational Aid
Rota Elementry School
08.2009 - 06.2011
- Supported 1-3 classroom teachers in implementing a developmentally-appropriate curriculum for a group of 18 students.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as the alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Planned and delivered tier 2 and tier 3 interventions when applicable.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted the classroom teacher in implementing and developing appropriate accommodations for ESOL students.
- Assisted the classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Led reading, math, science and arts and crafts lessons.
- Assisted in preparing reports and paperwork for parent-teacher conferences.
- Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
- Kept classrooms clean by sterilizing and disinfecting toys and surfaces.
- Relieved the classroom teacher during breaks.
- Maintained head count and attendance sheets.
- Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
- Graded tests and papers and recorded grades for teaching staff.
Dental Assistant
United States Navy
12.1998 - 08.2004
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Provided diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Basic life support(CPR) instructor-Delivered instruction and certification on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - undefined
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FloridaEndorsed by the State of Florida in teaching ESOL students and reading instruction. - undefined
Skills
- Providing a positive learning environment
- Delivery of Instructional Best Practices
- Data driven differentiated, tier 1 and tier 2 instruction
- ESL- Endorsed
- Classroom management (PBIS)
- LETRS 1 and 2 certified
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher and Multi-classroom Leader
Chesapeake Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
Suffolk Public Schools
09.2018 - 08.2019
Kindergarten Teacher
DoDEA Pacific Area Office
01.2015 - 04.2018
Educational Aid
Rota Elementry School
08.2009 - 06.2011
Dental Assistant
United States Navy
12.1998 - 08.2004
Bachelor of Science - undefined
University of Central Florida
Endorsed by the State of Florida in teaching ESOL students and reading instruction. - undefined
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