Sarah Snipes is seeking a position as an elementary school teacher. She has a strong educational background, including graduating summa cum laude from Western Kentucky University with a degree in Elementary Education and a 3.95 GPA. She has extensive relevant experience, including serving as a Resident Assistant at WKU for three years where she planned educational programs and supervised residents. She also has experience tutoring and mentoring students.

1. Sarah Lynn Snipes
890 Fairview Ave. Apt. A109 - Bowling Green, KY 42101
502-517-1458 – sarahsnipes@outlook.com
Objective: Obtain a position as an elementary school teacher (Grades K-6)
Education
Anderson County High School; Lawrenceburg, KY; May 2011
 Commonwealth Diploma
 GPA: 4.0
Western Kentucky University; Bowling Green, KY; May 2015
 Major: Elementary Education
 GPA: 3.95; Summa Cum Laude
Relevant Skills & Experiences:
WKU Housing and Residence Life
Resident Assistant
 Planned student-centered educational and social programs each month
 Established a positive living and learning environment for residents Bowling Green, KY
 Designed informational bulletin boards each month 04/2011 – 5/2014
 Supervised 20-40 residents, including those with special needs
 Responded to weather, medical, maintenance, drug, alcohol, and personal emergencies
 Facilitated and participated in monthly in-service training
 Communicated support and administrative services to residents and parents
 Ensured desk operations: managed money, phones, and visitation logs
 Taught financial planning and diversity classes during freshman orientation
 Collaborated with diverse staff and residence hall populations
 Promoted academic success and provided resources for on-campus support
 Interviewed and trained new resident assistances
 Fostered the development of hallway expectations and enforced all university policies
WKU School of Teacher Education
Office Worker Bowling Green, KY
 Maintained student and staff records 08/2014 – 12/2014
 Consulted with students, parents, and administration through professional communication
Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program
Acquisitions Manager/Office Staff Member
 Coordinated a state-funded, academic summer program for high school students Morehead, KY
 Collaborated with accountant to manage budget and approved of supply requests accordingly 06/2014 – 07/2014
 Mobilized transportation for off-campus events
 Designed newsletters and fliers

2.  Acquired materials for office and residential needs
Camp S.P.L.A.S.H. (Children's Health Camp) Lawrenceburg, KY
Counselor/Assistant Program Organizer 08/2008 – 06/2011
 Educated students from ages 6-12 about the importance of personal health
 Managed behavior and encouraged positive relationships
Saffell Street Elementary Drama Club Lawrenceburg, KY
Assistant Director 08/2007 – 04/2011
 Educated 1st-5th
graders about the history and inner-workings of theater
 Directed skits and musical productions bi-annually
PAWSS Mentor Program Lawrenceburg, KY
Freshman role-model 08/2009 – 05/2011
 Guided freshman transition from middle to high school.
 Tutored small reading groups with students who struggled with reading skills.
Other Employment History:
Patrick Law Offices; Receptionist 05/2011 – 08/2011 Lawrenceburg, KY
Penn Station East Coast Subs; Team member 02/2012 – 04/2012 Bowling Green, KY
Volunteer Experience:
The Center for Courageous Kids
Volunteer
 Assist children with disabilities to perform recreational activities
 Cultivate a positive environment for students and their families to enjoy
 Adapt to meet the changing needs of the camp, campers, and their family
The Bowling Green Housing Authority Learning Center
Tutor
 Tutor low-income students afterschool in reading and math
 Maintain volunteer log and time sheets
 Teach students how to use basic Microsoft Office programs in the computer lab
Involvement & Achievement:
WKU College of Education and Behavioral Sciences Student Ambassador, Housing & Residence Life Interview
Committee, Future Educators of America, Hall Council, Presidential Scholar, The Honors College, Gender &
Communications Conference, Housing & Residence Life Association, Golden Key Honor Society, Phi Kappa Phi Honor

3. Society, National Residence Hall Honorary