Sarah F.

Miller
14151 Constitution Hwy. Orange, VA 22960
(434) 409-1092 / sfmnow90@yahoo.com / http://sfmiller.weebly.com
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Education:
James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
 Master of Arts in Teaching, Early Childhood Education, Dec. 2013
Bridgewater
 College
 Bachelor of Science, Family & Consumer Sciences, May 2012
o Concentration: Family & Child studies

Licensure Information:
 Postgraduate Professional License (exp. 6/30/2019) with endorsement in
Early/Primary Education (PreK-3)

Education Experience:
Student Teacher, First Grade, Hollymead Elementary School, Charlottesville, VA, Aug. 2013 – Nov. 2013
 Completed inquiry project on the role of technology in the classroom with science instruction
 Implemented a positive rewards behavior management system
 Attended James Madison University’s Student Teaching Conference

Practicum Student, Third Grade, Waterman Elementary School, Harrisonburg, VA, Jan. 2013 – Apr. 2013
 Developed and executed a lesson on probability through the co-teaching model
 Facilitated guided reading groups
 Conducted a spelling inventory and a QRI with a student
 Interviewed student on a number sense concept as part of a project on how assessment is used as
feedback on student learning

Practicum Student, Kindergarten, Cub Run Elementary School, Penn Laird, VA, Sep. 2012 – Dec. 2012
 Taught an integrated lesson on life in the home long ago versus today
 Compiled a detailed case study on one student’s development throughout the semester
Assessed a student on literacy skills, using a similar format to PALS
 Developed an inquiry-based learning activity about nature 

Practicum Student, Fourth Grade, Cassell Elementary School, Waynesboro, VA, Feb. 2012 – Apr. 2012
 Implemented project-based comprehension activities corresponding to read-alouds

Practicum Student, Fifth Grade, Ottobine Elementary School, Dayton, VA, Jan. 2012 – 3 week Immersion
 Taught a science and mathematics lesson using differentiated instruction
 Tutored students in math after school with cooperating teacher

Practicum Student, Third Grade, Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Harrisonburg, VA, Sep. – Nov. 2012
 Guided students in a review activity on multiplication using the SMART Board
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Lab Student, Littlest Eagle Playschool, Bridgewater, VA, Feb. 2011 – Apr. 2011
 Used a multi-sensory approach to instruct students during cross-curricular lessons
 Partnered with parents in fostering foundations for early learning

Book Buddies Mentor, Mountain View Elementary School, Harrisonburg, VA, Mar. 2011 – Apr. 2011
 Tutored first grader in reading development after school two days a week
 Took running record and miscue analysis inventory to plan appropriately on child’s reading level

Work Experience:
Instructional Assistant, Greenbrier Elementary School, Charlottesville, VA, Mar. 2018-present
Support kindergarten teacher in executing class objectives
Provide small-group instruction in word study and mathematics review
Served as substitute teacher from Nov. 2017 to Mar. 2018 for school system

Enrichment Teacher, UVA Child Development Center, Charlottesville, VA, Oct. 2014 – Oct. 2017
Plan and execute small-group lessons for 3-5 year-olds in phonics, math, music, and cooking
Communicate daily with parents to continue a positive parent-teacher relationship

Floater/Teacher Assistant, UVA Child Development Center, Charlottesville, VA, May 2012 – Oct. 2014
 Assisted teacher and engaged children in the guided-discovery learning activities

Substitute Teacher, Albemarle County School Division, Charlottesville, VA, Jan. 2014 – Oct. 2014
Substitute Teacher, Charlottesville City School Division, Charlottesville, VA, Mar. 2014 – Oct. 2014
Substitute Teacher, Orange County School Division, Orange, VA, Apr. 2014 – Oct. 2014
 Taught different PK-3 classes using positive classroom management and a democratic approach

Graduate Assistant, Exceptional Education, JMU, Harrisonburg, VA, Sep. 2012 – Apr. 2013
 Assisted associate professor with research-based practices related to learners with disabilities
Managed K-12 SPED Teaching courses via Blackboard online
 Maintained the Professional Mentor Protégé and the Student‐to‐Student programs 
 Collected and analyzed teacher resiliency data from EXED students through a Qualtrics survey

Reading Assistant/America Reads, Ottobine Elementary School, Dayton, VA, Sep. 2010 – Apr. 2012
 Assisted kindergarten teacher with literacy activities
Worked individually with students on improving reading skills
 Engaged students in meaningful learning experiences

Teacher Assistant, Randolph College Nursery School, Lynchburg, VA, Sep. 2008 – Apr. 2010
Assisted teacher and interacted with children through the HighScope curriculum activities
 Attended local workshops during the National Week of the Young Child

Community Involvement:
Sunday School Teacher, First United Methodist Church, Charlottesville, VA, Jun. 2008 – Jun. 2015
Sister 2 Sister Mentor, RISE UM Faith Community, Harrisonburg, VA, Sep. 2010 – Apr. 2013
Mentor, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Lynchburg, VA, Sep. 2008 – Apr. 2010

Professional Development:
National Association for Education of Young Children, 2012 – present
Shenandoah Valley Reading Council, James Madison University, 2012 – 2013
Virginia Education Association, Bridgewater College, 2010 – 2012