Sara Kash-Brown

s.kashbrown@gmail.com Professional Early Childhood Portfolio 8350 W Van Dorn St

CELL: (402) 570-7279 Visitor Pass Code: 2EFE5ECC Lincoln, NE 68532
Professional Elementary/Early Childhood Website

Education

University of Nebraska Lincoln Anticipated Graduation Date: May 2017

Bachelor of Science in Education and Human Sciences GPA: 3.928 on 4.0 scale

Endorsement: NE Inclusive Early Childhood Education, Birth-3rd grade

Praxis Status: Completed Praxis I and Praxis II

Certification: Application pending for Nebraska Initial Teaching Certificate

School Experience: Student Teaching

Roper Elementary School, Lincoln, NE January April 2017

2 Grade: 22 students with 2 IEPs
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o Implemented a hands-on, communication-based Math unit teaching elapsed time

o Compiling data on students who are learning from the differentiated curriculum in Math
and Reading

Ruth Staples CDL, Lincoln, NE May-July 2016

Early Childhood: 17 students with 4 English Language Learners
o Developed head teaching plans for the main classroom and studio space.
o Created multiple literacy plans for the older children and for the younger children.
o Responsible for keeping the classroom activities on track for two separate weeks.
o Collaborated with fellow teachers to create emergent curriculum lesson plans.

School Experience: Practicums

Ruth Staples CDL, Lincoln, NE August December 2015

Early Childhood: 17 students with 4 English Language Learners
o Interacted with the children during free play and outside time.
o Implemented multiple lessons concentrating on multiple developmental domains.
o Assisted the children during transitions.

Saratoga Elementary School, Lincoln, NE (Title 1 School) January April 2014

2nd grade: 22 students with 2 ELLs and 3 IEPs
o Designed an integrated studies unit on difference makers using CORI teaching format.
o Implemented guided reading strategies and lessons with small groups.
o Conducted running record and spelling inventory assessments.
o Integrated iPad technology into lessons covering math, writing, and reading.

Norris Elementary School, Firth, NE August December 2014

Preschool: 18 students with 1 FSP and 1 Hearing Impaired with FSP
o Interacted with the students throughout the school day; including arrival activities.
o Created activities for my focus child, teaching concept of same & different using colors.
o Observed interactions between the students during choice time.
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Educare, Lincoln, NE January May 2014

Early Childhood: 8 students with 1 ELL
o Constructed documentation over multiple developmental domains for a specific child.

Excite Classroom, Belmont Elementary, Lincoln, NE (Title 1 School) August December 2013
Preschool: 18 students with 4 ELLs and 1 FSP
o Created anecdotal observation records for multiple children focusing on development.

Hill Elementary, Lincoln, NE January May 2013

Kindergarten: 19 students with 1 ELL and 1 IEP
o Developed and implemented a math lesson on counting.
o Provided one-on-one assistance for students who were struggling with math.

Additional Experience with Children

UNL Childrens Center, Lincoln, NE March 2014 Present

o Provide developmental support for children ages 1 to 5 years.
o Assist with the documentation of childrens skills.

Sunday School Teacher, First-Plymouth Church, Lincoln, NE Fall 2008 Present

o Currently co-teaching 4 grade.
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o Personalize and implement reading and writing activities each week.

o Maintain a comfortable environment for children to be able to make connections.

Vacation Bible School, First-Plymouth Church, Lincoln, NE June 1-5, 2015

o Lead Teacher for 3rd grade.
o Individualized the classroom activities to the children in the group.

Honors

University of Nebraska Lincoln Regents Scholarship August 2012 Present

UNL College of Education and Human Sciences Deans List Seven Semesters
Lincoln Firefighters Benefit Association Scholarship 2015
L.K. Emry Memorial Labor Education Scholarship 2012, 2014
University of Nebraska Lincoln Honors Program August 2012 December 2013

Professional Skills

Strong Interpersonal Skills Experience with cultural diversity

Basic speaking and writing skills in Spanish Musical Ability: Clarinet
Certification in Project WILD, Aquatic WILD, Growing Up WILD CPR and First Aid Certification
Excellent Arts and Crafts skills Experience with European culture
International Travel: England, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain
Strong Technology Skills: Word, Internet, Google Docs, SmartBoard, iPad, Elmo Doc Camera