Sarah L. Perkins
Maumelle
Summary
Dedicated Physical Education Specialist with expertise in curriculum development, student engagement, and fitness assessment. Developed innovative programs that meet diverse student needs while promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment. Strong communicator and leader, adept at adapting strategies to enhance student growth and well-being.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th–5th Grade Volleyball Coach
Forest Heights STEM Academy
Little Rock
08.2025 - Current
- Instructed fundamental volleyball skills and teamwork concepts.
- Promoted sportsmanship, effort, and positive behavior.
- 2025 LRSD Elementary Volleyball Champions
Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
Forest Heights STEM Academy
Little Rock
08.2025 - Current
- Coordinated practice planning and supervised games to enhance team performance.
- Fostered athlete development and cultivated positive team culture.
- Mentored players to enhance skills and teamwork on the court.
Golf Site Coach
Forest Heights STEM Academy / First Tee
Little Rock
02.2025 - Current
- Monitored student behavior and ensured safety during activities, fostering a secure environment for learning.
- Supervised and transported students to off-site practices, ensuring timely arrival and participation.
- Coordinated with program staff to enhance student participation in activities and optimize engagement.
- Acted as a point of contact for families regarding schedules and expectations.
Physical Education Specialist
Forest Heights STEM Academy
Little Rock
08.2014 - Current
- Planned and delivered standards-based physical education instruction for grades K–5.
- Developed engaging lessons that enhanced motor skills, fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
- Differentiated instruction to support diverse abilities and inclusive participation.
- Maintained a safe and structured learning environment.
- Communicated with families and collaborated with staff to foster student success and engagement.
- Supported K–3 students through small-group WIN time instruction aligned with teacher needs.
- Designed and facilitated professional development sessions for physical education teachers, promoting best practices and curriculum alignment.
- Organized family fun mile run, enhancing community spirit while promoting fitness initiatives.
Raised funds annually for P.E. department through effective event execution.
Physical Education Specialist
Bale Elementary
Little Rock
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Implemented physical education lessons enhancing agility, balance, coordination, and fine and gross motor skills in students.
- Collaborated with colleagues and supervisors to foster open communication with parents, ensuring their involvement in student progress.
- Coordinated logistics and activities for Fall Carnival and Field Day, creating engaging experiences for students and families.
P.E. Specialist
Chicot Primary
Little Rock
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Delivered physical education lessons enhancing students' balance, agility, coordination, and motor skills.
- Partnered with classroom teachers to seamlessly integrate math and literacy concepts into physical education curriculum.
- Coordinated logistics for Field Day, ensuring successful scheduling of activities and effective management of volunteers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Health, and Coaching
Harding University
Searcy, AR01-2008
Skills
- Sports Management
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Instructional design
- Event coordination
- Team collaboration
Certification
- PE/Wellness/Leisure, Arkansas Department of Education, 01/01/25
- Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED, American Heart Association, 10/01/25
Honors And Awards
- State Merit Pay in recognition of high performance and student growth, 06/01/25
- Blue and You Foundation Mini Grant, $2,000, 03/01/22
- Teacher of the Year, Forest Heights STEM Academy, Little Rock School District, 05/01/18
- CWIP (Child Wellness Intervention Project) Grant, $10,000, 12/01/10
- Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society in Education, Harding University, 12/01/08
Timeline
4th–5th Grade Volleyball Coach
Forest Heights STEM Academy
08.2025 - Current
Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
Forest Heights STEM Academy
08.2025 - Current
Golf Site Coach
Forest Heights STEM Academy / First Tee
02.2025 - Current
Physical Education Specialist
Forest Heights STEM Academy
08.2014 - Current
Physical Education Specialist
Bale Elementary
01.2010 - 01.2015
P.E. Specialist
Chicot Primary
01.2009 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Health, and Coaching
Harding University