Sara Ground
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
SERT and Transitions Teacher
Black River Public School
09.2025 - Current
- Facilitated professional learning for new intermediate homeroom teachers on Universal Design for Learning and equitable assessment practices
- Championed the integration of assistive technology across classrooms, providing staff and student training on inclusive instructional practices
- Designed and implemented individualized academic and incentive programs for students with diverse learning needs
Junior/Intermediate Teacher (6-8)
Black River Public School
10.2022 - 06.2025
- Successfully completed the New Teacher Induction Program (NTIP)
- Collaborated with consultants to develop and implement structured literacy and comprehensive math programs, while pursuing self-directed professional development (e.g., Building Thinking Classrooms) to enhance instructional strategies
- Emphasized Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and supported de-streaming initiatives to foster inclusivity
Summer Institute Teacher - PSDD
YRDSB
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Worked collaboratively to design, plan, and implement individualized, inclusive, and equitable summer learning programs
- Integrated outdoor learning and technology to enhance student engagement
- Conducted ongoing communication with parents/guardians
Junior/Intermediate LTO
YRDSB and YCDSB
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Fostered student success through the development of positive relationships and a strong focus on social-emotional learning
- Utilized backward design for effective unit and lesson planning
- Received consistently positive evaluations from administrators
Education
Master of Teaching - Primary/Junior
OISE, UofT
06-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Western University
06-2018
Skills
- CPI and ASSIST Trained
- Technology Lead
- Coach and Interim Athletic Rep
- Special Education Part 1 AQ
- Intermediate Mathematics and Senior Social Studies ABQ
- Positive, calm and compassionate
- Creative problem solver and quick thinker with effective classroom management
- Collaborative and committed team member with a reflective approach
- Technologically skilled with strong communication skills
Timeline
SERT and Transitions Teacher
Black River Public School
09.2025 - Current
Summer Institute Teacher - PSDD
YRDSB
06.2023 - 07.2023
Junior/Intermediate Teacher (6-8)
Black River Public School
10.2022 - 06.2025
Junior/Intermediate LTO
YRDSB and YCDSB
10.2020 - 10.2022
Master of Teaching - Primary/Junior
OISE, UofT
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Western University