Sara Madeline Feigenbaum

707 Society Hill Blvd, Cherry Hill NJ 08003

Phone: 609-941-1961 E-Mail: feigens1@tcnj.edu

Objective

To obtain a position as an early childhood educator while promoting a positive learning

environment for all students to succeed and discover their passions.

Education

The College of New Jersey, Ewing, NJ

Master of Arts in Teaching: Early Childhood Education, August 2017
Cumulative GPA: 3.948/4.0

The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

Bachelor of Arts in Literacy, Learning and Leadership, December 2015
Cumulative GPA: 3.57/4.0; Deans List (3 semesters)
Certifications

CEAS, Early Childhood Education, State of New Jersey, Expected Summer 2017
H.I.B Certification, December 2016
Substitute Teacher, Evesham Township School District, NJ, November 2016
Praxis Exam- Early Childhood Education, September 2016
Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators, January 2016
Teaching Experience

Internship II, New Albany Elementary School, Cinnaminson, NJ, January- May 2017
Teach a second grade class math, science, social studies and language arts.
Design and teach a science unit on matter and energy.
Implement the Fundations program to enhance reading and writing skills.
Align lesson plans to the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards.
Participate in parent-teacher conferences.
Integrate technology into classroom instruction.
Utilize the whole brain approach to manage classroom behavior and transitions.

Substitute Teacher, Evesham Township School District, November 2016- Present

Teach preschool through eighth grade students.
Maintain the behavior of up to 25 students in the classroom.
Work in classrooms consisting of students with behavioral and social disorders.
Follow lesson plans that are outlined by the lead teacher.
Document and report student interactions, behavior and daily summary to lead teacher.
Communicate effectively with principals, co-teachers and other faculty.
Internship I, Carroll Robbins Elementary School, Trenton, NJ, September- November 2016
Observed and taught a second grade class in all major subject areas of up to 18 students.
Assisted students who were English Language Learners with their reading skills.
Created and implemented a Thanksgiving Unit incorporating historical themes.
Collected data and running records of a student as part of a child case study.
Incorporated music into lesson plans to enhance student comprehension.
Provided differentiation strategies for students of all learning styles and abilities.
Utilized the whole brain approach to manage the classroom behavior.

Teacher Assistant, Temple Beth Sholom Early Childhood Center, Cherry Hill, NJ, 2015-2016
Assisted and taught a two year old and pre-kindergarten classroom of up to 12 students.
Ensured children were monitored and properly cared for at all times.
Created learning centers to enhance social, physical and cognitive development.
Attended a teachers workshop on young children manipulating loose-materials.
Integrated the Hebrew language into the daily curriculum.

Teacher Assistant, HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy, Philadelphia, PA, 2014
Assisted and taught a classroom of 5 students who have cerebral palsy.
Learned proper use and integration of assistive technology.
Assisted students with occupational, physical and speech therapy in a one-on-one setting.
Transitioned to paid employee as a result of successful interaction with students.

Professional Experience

Sales Associate, GUESS Clothing, Marlton, NJ, 2011-2012

Maintained good customer relationships.
Strengthened communication skills through interaction with co-workers, boss and
customers.
Awarded the top seller.

Community Service

Volunteer, Special Olympics of New Jersey, Mercer County Park, NJ, 2015
Engaged with athletes directly in order to build their confidence and team unity.
Recorded the scores of softball games and ensured that all children were properly
monitored.

Skills

Basic knowledge of Sign Language.

Familiar with assistive technology including communication devices, speech generating
devices, wheelchairs, and switches.