Sara Sturhann
Rancho Santa Margarita
Summary
I am enthusiastic about creating a classroom where every student feels valued, supported, and motivated to learn. I will foster a caring and inclusive environment where students feel safe to take risks, ask questions, and grow both academically and personally. I aim to make the classroom feel like a positive, engaging space where curiosity and creativity are encouraged. By using a variety of teaching strategies, providing individualized support, and maintaining high expectations, I will ensure each student reaches their full potential.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Capistrano Unified School District
11.2018 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans left by the classroom teacher to provide instruction and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained classroom routines and procedures to support a safe, orderly learning environment.
- Implemented proactive behavioral support and positive reinforcement strategies to engage students and support on-task behavior.
- Promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Followed established lesson plans to continue the learning trajectory.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Wood Canyon Elementary School
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Worked alongside a mentor teacher to learn current standards and best practices.
- Developed lesson plans that used focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Evaluated student performance regularly with formative assessments or exit tickets, adjusting lessons to incorporate improvements based on assessments.
- Developed lesson plans that integrated mandated topics with immersive activities for increased engagement.
- Fostered positive relationships among students by promoting collaborative group work.
- Planned and implemented diverse lessons tailored to meet individual student needs. Used differentiated learning techniques to further assist students who needed additional instruction.
- Organized and supervised experiential learning activities, including class writing projects, and field trips to the theatre and Water Festival.
- Encouraged critical thinking through open-ended questions during classroom discussions, utilizing techniques like think-pair-share.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, parents, and students.
- Collaborated with my professional learning community during weekly meetings to identify proactive and reactive strategies to inform teaching practice.
- Attended professional development meetings to refine teaching skills and expand knowledge of new programs, like the i-Ready curriculum.
Student Supervisor
Capistrano Unified School District
09.2015 - 02.2020
- Implemented strategies to promote cooperation among children when playing together.
- Directed students to and from playgrounds, reminding children to line up quietly at the end of recess.
- Monitored playground activities to ensure safety of children.
- Facilitated communication between staff members regarding any issues or concerns regarding student safety or behavior.
- Managed conflicts between children in a professional manner while upholding established disciplinary standards.
Education
Teaching Credential - Multiple Subject
United States University
Chula Vista, CA08-2024
Master of Arts - Journalism And Sociology
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA05-2001
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Educational technology
- Student assessment
- Lesson planning
- Student Engagement
- Patience
- Relationship building
- Multitasking and organization
- Proficient in Microsoft (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Google Classroom, Canva, and Kahoot!
Timeline
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Wood Canyon Elementary School
02.2024 - 06.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Capistrano Unified School District
11.2018 - Current
Student Supervisor
Capistrano Unified School District
09.2015 - 02.2020
Teaching Credential - Multiple Subject
United States University
Master of Arts - Journalism And Sociology
California State University, Chico
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