Harriett "Blair" Salvas is seeking a position to utilize her 20+ years of experience as an educator. She has worked as a teacher for grades K-8, with a focus on 1st grade, and has experience teaching both in regular classrooms and in special education settings. Salvas is skilled in developing lesson plans, communicating with students and parents, and helping students of all abilities to succeed academically and socially.

1. Harriett “Blair” Salvas 4310 Channing Street
hbsalvas@gmail.com White Plains, MD 20695
https://www.linkedin.com/in/blairsalvas Home: (301) 392-9079 Cell: (240) 346-4654
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
Pursue a position as to utilize skills and expertise obtained as an educator for the
personal development of others.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
 Accomplished Educator and Professional, with the demonstrated
ability to be creative and engaging with students on a more
participatory level by developing lesson plans and projects that are
designed to be more enjoyable.
 Dedicated Teacher, interested in improving the quality of life for
students including special needs students with Individual Education
Plans (IEP’s), Autism, Asperger syndrome, learning disabilities and
behavioral disorders and enriching them with the necessary skills
needed to perform in a more independent manner.
 Exceptional Problem Solving Skills, and a passionate reputation
with fellow educators, administration and parents by providing
students with one-on-one attention which has resulted in propelling
students into understanding the curriculum.
 Extensive Teaching/Mentoring Experience, from in-school
curriculum as a K – 5th grade teacher to teaching Summer School On-
Line Computer Lab for Middle School and High School students.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
August 2002 GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY of MARYLAND, Waldorf, MD
to May 2015 FIRST GRADE TEACHER (6 Years)
S.T.E.P. CENTER TEACHER (Grades 6 – 8, 7 Years)
First Grade Teacher for six (6) years responsible for creating lesson plans
and implementing lesson plans to students. Effectively taught English,
science, and history to middle school students through lectures,
discussions, and demonstrations. Conducted small group and individual
classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
 Facilitated activities that developed students’ physical, emotional,
and social growth. Supported various committees and projects
including curriculum review board, steering committee and student
advocate.
 Excellent communication skills with the ability to speak clearly to
students, other teachers, parents and administration officials.
 Demonstrated ability to create best learning and assessment skills
through positive reinforcement methods.
 Ensured success of the Summer School On-Line Computer Lab
course for 5 years (June 2010 – August 2014) by supervising and
monitoring students’ progress and completion of assignments
resulting in students passing the course.

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September 1999 ARUNDEL BAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lothian, MD
to June 2002 (Formerly The Children’s Center)
FIRST GRADE TEACHER
Responsible for leading students through creative play and hands-on
activities in addition to creating lesson plans according to the state
curriculum. Assessed student’s progress tailored their lessons according
to the different abilities of children in the classroom, in addition to
grading papers and conducting parent-teacher conferences.
 Effectively taught students basic academic skills, including letter
and number recognition. Instructed students to learn to read, write
basic mathematical concepts, and develop social skills.
September 1997 WINDY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Owings, MD
to June 1999 LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER (1ST & 4TH Grade)
Responsible for keeping classroom on task to meet the curriculum
requirements while the primary teacher was out for a day, week or
longer.
 Responsible for creating a learning environment where students
had the opportunity to continue their education without
interruption. Prepared and implemented group lesson plans.
August 1995 THE CHILDREN’S CENTER Lothian, MD
to June 1997 COMBINED CLASSROOM TEACHER (1ST & 2ND Grade)
Implemented a developmentally appropriate curriculum for both 1st and
2nd grade students.
 Effectively taught 1st and 2nd grade program and demonstrated
strong leadership, teaching and planning skills.
August 1987 CAPITOL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Upper Marlboro, MD
to June 1990 KINDERGARTEN TEACHER, SUMMER CAMP
COUNSELOR
Demonstrated ability to maintain a creative learning environment in a
classroom setting and summer camp setting with young children,
through caring and creativity skills.
EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Attended professional development workshops centered on learning
goals, classroom management, student motivation, and engaging learning
activities.
Bachelor of Arts: Education
Washington Bible College, Lanham, MD
CERTIFICATIONS Certified Association of Christian Schools International (A.C.S.I.) Teacher
Certified STAR Discovery Educator through DEN (Discovery Educator Network)
Certified in Water Safety, First Aid, CPR, American Red Cross
Excellent References Furnished Upon Request