Sarah Vinluan

(808)721-3100
sarah.vinluan@student.chaminade.edu

APPLYING FOR: ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER

My educational philosophy is based on the belief that students achieve and learn the best
when they receive instruction tailored to their learning style and have the foundation needed to
achieve higher level thinking. Education is also more than just academics. It includes the social
development and growth of students. To achieve this, I believing in using a well rounded
curriculum that develops a students intellect as well as their creativity. Lastly, I believe that it is
important to foster a spiritual foundation in students to guide them in developing the moral
values, respect, and compassion needed to be a responsible citizen.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Chaminade University of Honolulu Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education May 2017

Magna Cum Laude

State of Hawaii Licensure in K-6 Elementary Education July 2017

Sacred Hearts Academy High School Diploma with Honors May 2013

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Student Teacher - 2nd grade Jan. 2017 - May 2017

Kaleiopuu Elementary School, Waipahu

Planned and delivered whole-class lessons in language arts, mathematics, science, and social
studies.
Provided small group intervention lessons (RTI) for language arts and mathematics.
Tutored students in groups and one-on-one with class and homework assignments.
Worked collaboratively to develop classroom learning activities with cooperating teacher as well
as other teachers at the 2nd grade level.

After School Care Teacher Aug. 2015 - Dec. 2016

Sacred Hearts Academy, Honolulu

Supervised students in grades Pre-K through 8th

Planned and delivered various indoor and outdoor activities
Tutored students one-on-one and in small groups with homework assignments

Lead Teacher - Summer After School Care Program Summer 2016

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Sacred Hearts Academy, Honolulu

Supervised students in grades 4 through 8

Developed an after school enrichment program curriculum
Organized and supervised educational field trips
Planned and delivered various indoor and outdoor activities
Tutored students one-on-one and in small groups with homework assignments

Teachers Aide Summer 2016

Sacred Hearts Academy

Worked in a 3rd grade classroom assisting the teacher with preparing daily activities and grading
student work
Tutored students one-on-one and in groups with class and homework assignments
Supervised educational field trips

Summer After School Care Group Leader Summer 2015

St. Patricks School, Honolulu

Supervised 3rd and 4th grade students in a summer enrichment program

Planned and delivered various indoor and outdoor activities

RELEVANT/VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Kaleiopuu Elementary School, Waipahu Aug.2016 - Dec. 2016

Observation and Participation Placement

Observed and volunteer in a 2nd grade classroom

Tutored students one-on-one and in groups with class and homework assignments
Assisted the teacher in preparing daily lessons

Sacred Hearts Academy, Honolulu Jan. 2016 - April 2016

Observation and Participation Placement

Observed and volunteer in a 3rd grade classroom

Tutored students one-on-one and in groups with class and homework assignments

Palolo Elementary, Honolulu Aug.2015 - Dec. 2015

Observation and Participation Placement

Observed and volunteer in a 1st grade classroom

Tutored students one-on-one and in groups with class and homework assignments

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 Assisted the teacher in preparing daily lessons

Palolo Elementary, Honolulu Feb. 2015 - May 2015

Volunteered in a kindergarten classroom assisting the teacher with preparing daily activities
Tutored and provided extra assistance to students struggling in phonics, reading, and math
Administered written and verbal phonics assessments

Teachers Aid, St. Patricks School, Honolulu Summers 2006 - 2013

Volunteered in an art classroom and a 1st grade classroom assisting the teacher with preparing
daily activities and lessons
Tutored 1st grade students in language arts and math
Cleaned and organized classrooms

PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS/CONFERENCES

NASA Minority University Research and July 24-30, 2016

Education Educator Institute
San Jose, California

"Revision, How to Teach It, Learn It, Love It" Sep. 2016
Workshop by Barry Lane
Honolulu, Hawaii

Annual Hawaii Science Teacher Association Sep. 2015

Conference March 4, 2017 (participating as a workshop
Honolulu, Hawaii presenter)

Education Institute of Hawaii 2nd Annual Hawaii Jan. 2016

School Empowerment Conference
Honolulu, Hawaii

Humpback Whale Workshop Jan. 2016

Honolulu, Hawaii

Hawaii Council Teachers of Mathematics Mar. 2014

Honolulu, Hawaii Feb. 2016

References
Cherise Maduli
Cooperating Teacher for Student Teaching
cherise_maduli@notes.k12.hi.us
808-381-5471

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Katrina Roseler
Education Professor at Chaminade University
University Supervisor for Student Teaching
katrina.roseler@chaminade.edu
808-440-4215