Sarah Alves
Bellingham
Summary
Dedicated elementary educator with three years of experience enhancing student learning across diverse grade levels. Bilingual in English and Portuguese, fosters inclusive, student-centered environments that promote engagement and retention. Utilizes modern instructional technology and differentiated strategies to support academic success and build meaningful relationships with students.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interactive Field Experience
Lilja Elementary School
Natick
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Executed daily duties with precision to maintain classroom effectiveness.
- Led small‑group activities and educational games
- Supported curriculum delivery with differentiated strategies
- Facilitated daily classroom routines to create a structured learning environment.
- Integrated modern technology to enhance instruction
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Partnered with mentors to enhance teaching strategies and instructional methods.
First grade assistant teacher/Floater
MetroWest Christian Academy
Ashland
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted in administering assessments and tracking student performance.
- Fostered positive, respectful relationships with students and staff.
- Graded and recorded assessments and classwork to support data‑informed instruction.
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
- Assisted teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers, or supervising classroom to foster positive learning environment.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Prospect Hill Country Day School
Franklin
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Supervised indoor and outdoor playtime including setting up equipment and organizing games or crafts.
- Supervised children during playtime to ensure safety and engagement.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment for optimal learning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2026
Skills
- Technical — Kahoot, Office 365, Google Services
- Professional — Classroom Management, Differentiation, Communication, Teaching Assistance, Child Engagement, Lesson Planning
Certification
Teaching Initial Licensure - Liberty University 2026
Timeline
Interactive Field Experience
Lilja Elementary School
01.2026 - 05.2026
First grade assistant teacher/Floater
MetroWest Christian Academy
08.2023 - 06.2025
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Prospect Hill Country Day School
07.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Liberty University