SARAH WALKER

2021–Present

• Lead daily middle school operations while fostering a positive, student-centered school culture focused on growth, accountability, and achievement.
• Support student success through instructional leadership, staff collaboration, data analysis, and strategic school improvement initiatives.
• Serve as District Testing Coordinator, overseeing the planning, administration, compliance, and analysis of all state and local assessments to guide instructional decision-making and improve student outcomes.
• Implemented a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) for behavior to strengthen student interventions, improve behavioral supports, and promote positive school-wide expectations.
• Directed special education services implementation, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while advocating for individualized student success.
• Coordinated implementation of ABA therapy services in collaboration with outside provider to support students with behavioral and specialized needs.
• Facilitated instructional support for grades 5–12, coaching teachers in new Tier 1 curriculum and Tier 3 intervention programs.
• Provided instructional coaching, modeled effective teaching strategies, analyzed student data, and supported staff in strengthening classroom instruction and intervention practices.

• Developed and led a comprehensive agricultural education program focused on academic achievement, leadership development, career readiness, and hands-on learning experiences.
• Taught multiple agricultural science courses, including CASE Animal Science, Plant Science, Agricultural Mechanics, and related agricultural education courses.
• Provided rigorous, hands-on instruction in animal health, nutrition, management, agricultural systems, and mechanics while integrating real-world application and problem-solving skills into daily instruction.
• Coached numerous state-winning FFA Career and Leadership Development teams, including Horse Evaluation, Veterinary Science, Creed Speaking, Discussion Meet, Job Interview, and Extemporaneous Speaking.
• Prepared students for competition and future careers by developing leadership, communication, teamwork, and technical agriculture skills.
• Organized and supervised student leadership activities, FFA events, and community involvement projects to enrich experiential learning opportunities.
• Managed laboratory, shop, and greenhouse environments to enhance student engagement, ensure safety, and promote technical skill development.
• Managed and operated a school greenhouse program, including coordinating an annual community plant sale that provided students with hands-on experience in plant science, business operations, customer service, and financial management while supporting program sustainability.
• Cultivated relationships with students, families, community members, and industry partners to foster student success and drive program growth.

• Developed lesson plans and hands-on learning activities in areas including Animal Science, Plant Science, Agricultural Mechanics, and other agricultural education subjects.
• Taught and prepared instruction for seven different agricultural education courses, managing multiple preps while delivering engaging, standards-based instruction.
• Fostered positive classroom environment that promoted student growth, career readiness, and practical skill development.
• Managed classroom, laboratory, and shop settings while emphasizing organization, safety, and student engagement.
• Coordinated chapter activities, leadership opportunities, student events, and community involvement projects as FFA Advisor.
• Supported student leadership development and encouraged participation in agricultural education and FFA activities.
• Cultivated strong relationships with students, families, staff, and community members to enhance academic and personal success.
• Adapted instruction to meet the diverse needs of students while balancing the demands of multiple course preparations and extracurricular responsibilities.

• Taught and prepared instruction for seven different agricultural education courses, managing multiple preps while delivering engaging, standards-based instruction.
• Developed lesson plans and hands-on learning activities in areas including Animal Science, Plant Science, Agricultural Mechanics, and other agricultural education subjects.
• Fostered positive classroom environment promoting student growth, career readiness, and practical skill development.
• Managed classroom, laboratory, and shop settings while emphasizing organization, safety, and student engagement.
• Cultivated student leadership development and increased participation in agricultural education and FFA activities.
• Organized chapter activities, leadership opportunities, student events, and community involvement projects.
• Built strong relationships with students, families, staff, and community members to support student success both academically and personally.
• Adapted instruction to meet the diverse needs of students while balancing the demands of multiple course preparations and extracurricular responsibilities.