Willamette University

Candidates

Sarah Cobb

Master of Arts in Teaching

Sarah Cobb

Authorizations

Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education

Endorsements

Multiple Subjects

Endorsements (pending)

ESOL

Fall 2011 Work Sample - 4th Grade

Teaching Strengths

  • Planning and organizing
  • Student-centered teaching
  • Able to implement literacy into all subjects
  • Differentiated instruction
  • ABA trained along with special education experience
  • Knowledgeable about integrating technology into lessons

Education

  • University of Central Florida, BA 2005 (public relations and advertising; minor in sociology)
  • Graduated cum laude
  • Willamette University, MAT

Teacher Research Topic

How can I implement strategies usually used with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in a mainstream classroom to benefit all students? Additionally, my focus is exploring the benefits of differentiated instruction used with all students.

Experience

Student Teaching

  • Gubser Elementary School, Keizer, Oregon, kindergarten

Practicum Teaching

  • Auburn Elementary School, 4th Grade. Salem, Oregon, science unit

Other Classroom Experience:

  • Head teacher, Princeton House Charter School, Winter Park, Florida, kindergarten

Additional Teaching / Youth Experience:

  • Nutrition instructor, Gramercy Tavern, New York, New York, 1st grade
  • Counselor, Boggy Creek Camp, Eustis, Florida

Supervisors

Student Teaching Supervisor

  • Michelle Nowlin, Gubser Elementary School. Keizer, Oregon

Practicum Supervisor

  • Beth Freeborn, Auburn Elementary School. Salem, Oregon

University Supervisors