Sarah Burrus
Heber Springs
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable educator with a proven track record in classroom management and student engagement, demonstrated at ESS and Crowley's Ridge College. Excelled in creating positive learning environments and fostering academic growth, leveraging skills in elementary education and library services. Achieved notable improvements in student support and engagement through innovative strategies and relationship building.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
ESS
11.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Paraprofessional
Community School Of Cleburne County
04.2018 - 01.2021
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Sales Associate
Stage Department Store
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Student Librarian Assistant
Crowley's Ridge College
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Supported research efforts of patrons by assisting with reference inquiries and directing users to appropriate resources.
- Boosted awareness about upcoming events or workshops through social media postings and promotional flyers around campus.
- Expanded student knowledge of available resources by conducting tours of the library facilities for new users.
- Contributed to a positive learning environment by providing exceptional customer service to students, faculty, and staff.
- Enhanced library user experience by efficiently managing the circulation desk and addressing patron needs.
Education
Associate Of General Studies -
Crowley's Ridge College
Paragould, AR05.2014
High School Diploma -
Crowley's Ridge Academy
Paragould, AR05.2012
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Elementary education
- Special education
- Cataloging and shelving
- Shelf reading
- Library services
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
ESS
11.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Community School Of Cleburne County
04.2018 - 01.2021
Sales Associate
Stage Department Store
05.2017 - 08.2017
Student Librarian Assistant
Crowley's Ridge College
08.2012 - 05.2014
Associate Of General Studies -
Crowley's Ridge College
High School Diploma -
Crowley's Ridge Academy
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