Sarah Mikeska
New Alexandria,PA
Summary
Credentialed Family and Consumer Science Teacher demonstrates knowledge and skill to provide instruction in secondary classroom. Guides learning process toward achievement of curriculum goal. Establishes and communicates clear objectives for lessons, units and projects.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Derry Area High School
07.2024 - Current
- Planned and revised courses to incorporate changing information on family and consumer science topics.
- Worked with school administrators to optimize department offerings.
- Encourage active learning by creating lessons and projects to engage problem-solving and creative abilities.
High School Class Advisor
Derry Area School District
09.2023 - Current
- Help class officers organize and supervise fundraising events and additional events such as dances, parades, prom, commencement etc. through the year
- Collect all money, pay bills, distribute sale items, and maintain records for individual student accounts
K-5 Special Education Teacher
Derry Area School District
06.2013 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Partnered with regular education teachers from across academic departments.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Provided emotional support to students.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians.
High School Special Education Teacher
Derry Area High School
06.2021 - 07.2024
- Partnered with regular education teachers from across academic departments.
- Created and managed IEPs and encouraged students to take ownership in reaching their academic goals.
- Generated long-term action plans or transition plans along with student and families.
Jump Start Coordinator
Derry Area High School
09.2017 - 06.2020
- Hired and managed staff, gathered and collected parent information, entered data, created schedules, gathered materials, ran building operations, and was in charge of conflict resolution and problem-solving.
- Prepared data and documents for Title I audit.
Elementary Art Teacher
Derry Area School District
08.2008 - 06.2013
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create stimulating art curriculums.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Education
No Degree - PLN Courses
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA05-2017
Master of Science - Special Education
Saint Vincent College
Latrobe, PA09-2011
Teaching Certificate - Art Education
Seton Hill University
Greensburg, PA12-2008
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA05-2006
Skills
- Home Cooking I
- Interior Design
- Sewing I
- Child Psychology
- Nutrition
- DA Graphic Design/Merchandising
- 6th Grade Family and Consumer Science
Certification
- 07/26/2024 Instructional II
Family-Consumer Sci PK-12 (5600) - 10/19/2011 Instructional II
Special Education PK-12 (9225) - 08/25/2011 Instructional II
Art PK-12 (1405) - 02/04/2008 Instructional I
Art PK-12 (1405)
Timeline
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Derry Area High School
07.2024 - Current
High School Class Advisor
Derry Area School District
09.2023 - Current
High School Special Education Teacher
Derry Area High School
06.2021 - 07.2024
Jump Start Coordinator
Derry Area High School
09.2017 - 06.2020
K-5 Special Education Teacher
Derry Area School District
06.2013 - Current
Elementary Art Teacher
Derry Area School District
08.2008 - 06.2013
No Degree - PLN Courses
University of Pennsylvania
Master of Science - Special Education
Saint Vincent College
Teaching Certificate - Art Education
Seton Hill University
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Pennsylvania College of Technology
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