Sara E.

Cummings
1600 Hallford Court, 301 sec8zr@virginia.edu
Midlothian, VA 23608 (703)-785-9600

Endorsement: Elementary Education Pk-6

In Progress: Reading Specialist, MSED

Education

Old Dominion University, 2019

Masters of Science in Education, Reading

Mary Baldwin College, 2015

Post Baccalaureate, Elementary Education

University of Virginia, 2012

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology + English

Professional Teaching and Leadership Experience

Classroom Teacher Chesterfield County Public Schools

Ecoff Elementary, Kindergarten August ’17-Present
 Created and carried out differentiated small group reading lesson plans based on the
Jan Richardson model.
 Set up a classroom environment that is engaging and supportive of student and school
needs.
 Incorporated SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) techniques throughout the school day
in the form of class meetings.
 Empower students to facilitate higher -level thinking through the use or Project Criss
materials.

Classroom Teacher Newport News City Public Schools

David A. Dutrow Elementary, 1st grade August ’15-June ‘17
 Created differentiated, interactive, and hands-on lessons that met the academic and
social needs of all students in both small and whole group settings.
 Developed and designed core curriculum and lesson plans aligned with the Newport
News and Virginia Standards of Learning curriculum.
 Assessed student performance based on PALS, running records, anecdotal records,
and required district assessments.
 Utilized a spelling program following Word Study patterns and techniques.
 Successfully collaborated with team members, administrative personnel, and parents.
 Designed and implemented Intervention and Enrichment (I/E) lessons.
 Incorporated Responsive Classroom management, ideas, and techniques allowing for
a positive classroom environment.
  Integrated various technological tools in the classroom to assist with critical and
higher-level thinking.
 Incorporated several flexible seating locations throughout the classroom (exercise
balls, stools, standing, scoop chairs, trampoline).
 Successfully and enthusiastically taught in a Title I, inner city classroom
environment, and unique school setting.

Student Teacher Albemarle County Public Schools

Crozet Elementary, 4th grade August ‘14-November ‘14
 Created a differentiated and standards-based curriculum for multiple subject areas.
 Administered various diagnostic reading tests (Running Records, Fluency Reading).
 Planned and implemented a hands-on mathematics unit on multiplication while
incorporating the Investigations program.
 Developed and taught reading lessons encompassing a wide variety of strategies and
ideas including literature circles, reading workshops, and basal reading programs.
 Incorporated student led lessons and activities within daily curriculum.

Lead Teacher Charlottesville, VA

Boys and Girls Club of America, 3rd-5th grade May ’14-August ’14
 Supervised up to 45 children from multicultural and varied socioeconomic
backgrounds.
 Designed and led tutoring services for daily ‘Power Hour’ program.
 Assisted with reading intervention programs for struggling students and evaluated
their progress.
 Observed and acted for any student suspected of abuse and/or neglect.

Nanny Crozet, VA
Child Care July ’13-August ’15
 Reinforced appropriate discipline for two young children while following instructions
of parents.
 Provided transportation to and from various activities.
 Administered various educational activities i.e. using magnets to learn how to spell.
 Maintaining a safe, secure, and positive environment.
 Incorporated multitasking abilities.

Other Work Experience

ESL Teacher Beijing, China

VIPKid May ’17-Present
 Enthusiastically taught ESL students in China through online courses.
 Reviewed curriculum and added various tools to make lesson fun and engaging.
 Taught children from all preschool and elementary ages with various degrees and
knowledge of the English Language.
Instructional Technology
 Video Data Projector
 Visualizer/Document Camera
 Blackboard
 SMART-board/Active Inspire/Promethian Board technologies
 Share Point
 Google Drive, Google Classroom

Achievements/Certifications
 Project CRISS
 Promethian Board/Active Inspire Levels 1, 2, 3
References

1. Stacey Turner
1st Grade Lead Teacher
David A. Dutrow ES
Newport News Public Schools
Phone: (757) 886-7760 ext. 104
Email: stacey.turner@nn.k12.va.us

2. Kelly Stuart
Principal
David A. Dutrow ES
Newport News Public Schools
Phone: (757) 591-4862
Email: Kelly.stewart@nn.k12.va.us

3. Barbara Albertson
4th Grade Lead Teacher
Crozet ES
Albemarle County Public Schools
Phone: (434) 823-4800
Email: balbertson@k12albemarle.org

4. Katie Jo Prince
Kindergarten Teacher
Chesterfield County Public Schools
Phone (804) 768-6185
Email: katiejo_prince@ccpsnet.net

Website

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