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Sharon Kay Hanson
23011 103rd St. Ct. E., Buckley, Wash., 98321
sharon7mk@comcast.net • 253-906-1240 • www.linkedin.com/sharon-hanson
Objective: Looking for a new career where I can apply my life experiences and gain new
experiences.
EDUCATION
Master of Education, Eastern Washington University, Cheney, Wash., 1990
Bachelor of Science/Agriculture Education, Washington State University, Pullman,
Wash., 1978-1981
SKILLS SUMMARY
As a teacher in the Washington state education system for 32 years, and currently as a
substitute teacher, I have experience interpreting and following government rules and policies
and selecting and using training, instructional methods and procedures and applying them
appropriately for situations as they arise. I am accustomed to working in a fast-paced,
changing environment that includes a diverse population and I am a confident, proactive
problem-solver who focuses and takes the time to listen and understand issues as they are
presented. Through my work in the public education system, I have become proficient in a
variety of software programs. I have gained customer service and public relations skills
through my years of part-time work as an award-winning Independent Mary Kay Consultant
and my seasonal work as a greeter at Maris Farms.
As a secondary teacher, I applied and interpreted state standards and then presented
them orally and through written communication to students, treating and interpreting so
each student, regardless of social and economic background or learning ability, could
learn with respect and dignity. Data from student learning is compiled electronically,
analyzed and presented to students, fellow staff, parents and administration.
During my time as Head of the Science Department at Lakeridge Junior High/Middle
School, we were able to integrate a new curriculum for all grade levels and revamp our
grading method for the science program to be more consistent within the department.
These enabled us to better track student learning and communicate better within our
department, other departments in the school, parents and students. Staff became more
efficient which allowed us to spend more time educating students.
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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
White River School District – September 2013 to Present
Substitute Teacher
$120.00/day – 7.5 hours a day (as needed; on call)
Debbye Humphreys, Substitute Coordinator, 360-829-3860
Duties include quickly adapting to various data entry and computer programs from
classroom to classroom, teacher to teacher, school to school. This included data entry
for attendance and grades, e-mail, presentation materials, instructional software and
online textbook access. Maintaining files, and clear, concise communication to ensure a
smooth transition when the regular teacher returns to classroom. Understanding,
implementing and following written guidelines, rules and regulations needed to carry out
the position, while providing a discrimination-free work environment to ensure state
standards and regulations are met. Assessing and administering lesson plans, student
ability and classroom needs and orally communicated information and instruction to
students and parents of different socio-economic backgrounds.
KinderCare Learning Center – May 2014 to October 2014
School age teacher/LA teacher
$15.00/hour – 38 hours/week
Jennifer Scott, Director, 253-863-2332
Communicated verbally with parents and used computer skills to search for appropriate
education materials while working as a school-age and language arts teacher,
instructing students of varying ages in phonics and music. Kept accurate paper records
of student attendance (every 30 minutes) and daily breakfast/lunch/snack counts. Other
duties included cleaning, covering breaks, and driving students to/from school.
White River School District – March 2014 to June 2014
Title One Elementary Reading Para-Educator
$19.53 – 15/hours/week
Mark Cushman, Principal, Foothills Elementary, 360-829-3355
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Instructed students using a prescribed reading program through small group instruction
and, using data entry (computer/paper), tracked their progress and communicated that
progress to colleagues, parents and administrators during team meetings.
Target Store/Bonney Lake-December 1-31, 2014
$9.19- 43 hours /season
Sales/stocker
Human Resources, 253-862-5660
Seasonal position worked as a sales clerk, operating cash registers, stocking shelves,
and aiding customers as needs arose.
Sumner School District – September 2000 to August 2013
Middle School Teacher (science, math, social studies, skills for life)
$62,000/year – 50 hours/week
Sumner School District, 253-891-6000
Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs
and interests. Applied Washington state standards and laws related to education in
establishing clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects, and communicated these
objectives and laws, rules, regulations and guidelines to students and parents. Worked
independently and with team members to address work-related issues. Presented
educational material employing diverse teaching strategies to effectively address each
students learning style and ability, including lecture, discussions, demonstrations,
cooperative learning and individualized instruction. Provided educational continuity by
implementing established lesson plans, while exercising professional judgment to
introduce new material when appropriate and necessary. Developed and maintained
positive interactions with students, parents, faculty and administrators building a rapport
and gaining respect and trust to ensure an environment conducive to learning in a fast-
paced setting. Used a variety of computer programs to deliver lessons; research
teaching materials; and entered and calculated grades. Used telephone and computer
to effectively communicate with parents to resolve issues.
Mary Kay Beauty Inc. – August 2010 to Present
Independent Beauty Consultant
Salary varies – 4 hours/week
Corie Roberts, Director, 253-209-9337
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Strong customer focus, experience in recognition of customer needs and how to deliver
an effective customer experience. Use computer skills to track inventory, place orders,
create customer invoices, and communicate with customers regarding business
transactions. Communicate with customers via, email, website, text or telephone on a
regular basis. Attend weekly training meetings, career conferences and seminars.
Maris Farms – Seasonal October Only 2009 to 2014
$11.00/hour 2014 – Monthly hours varied from 82 to 269 (for October)
Joanne Templeman, Owner, 253-380-7771
Greeted customers, answered phones and assisted thousands of guests at family-
owned and operated pumpkin patch, corn maze and Haunted Woods during the month
of October, typically on nights and weekends. I provided information regarding the farm
and its amenities, as well as clear directions and point-of-contact customer service and
public relations. In 2014 I was promoted to the Manager of the Grounds Crew, where I
was in charge of six employees that maintained the grounds sweeping trash, ensuring the
grounds were clean and neat for the public at all times.
Sylvan Learning Center – February 2007 to July 2010
Tutor
$10.00/hour – 9 hours/week
Susie Peterson, Director, 253-973-1987
Tutored students of varying ages a variety of subjects, using either Sylvan materials or
school-provided materials. Maintained accurate records of student progress using
written documentation and data and communicated ongoing student progress through
verbal communication with director.
Cheney School District – September 1981 to August 2000
Teacher (life science, vocational agriculture, crafts)
$26,000 – 50 hours/week
Applied Washington state standards and laws related to education to classroom and in
establishing clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects, and communicated these
objectives and laws, rules, regulations and guidelines to students and parents. Adapted
teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and
interests. Presented educational material employing diverse teaching strategies to
effectively address each student’s learning style and ability, including lecture,
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discussions, demonstrations, cooperative learning and individualized instruction.
Developed and maintained positive communication through written documents,
telephone and face-to-face conversations with students, parents, faculty and
administrators building a rapport and gaining respect and trust to ensure an
environment conducive to learning. Served on a variety of committees and Science
Department chair
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Served as Department Head for Lakeridge Middle School Science Department
in the Sumner School District from 2002 to 2006, where I helped create a better
tracking system for chemicals used in the science department to ensure safety
standards were being met. I conducted regular department meetings to enhance
communications throughout the science department.
• Served on the Lakeridge Junior High School Science Curriculum Committee,
2002 to 2006.
District Professional Development Committee, 2001-2003
• Joint Coordinator for District Science Fair, 2002-2003
Completed OSPI Middle School Summer Institute, Summer 2010
Member of the Sumner School District Response to Intervention Committee,
2008-2010.
Spent multiple years as Sumner Education Association building
representative and grievance co-representative
Wheelabrator,Inc. Environmental Symposium, New Hampshire, student team
placed in the top four and received $2,000 technology prize. I was the advisor
for three years.
COMPUTER SOFTWARE
I have experience with the following programs: Microsoft Word (proficient); Excel;
PowerPoint (proficient); Sumner School District Skyward Grade Book System
(proficient); Main Street Boulevard (Bookkeeping System for Mary Kay training on my
own).
ADDITIONAL TRAINING
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Extensive EEO Compliance Training: Laws and Discrimination, Diversity in the
Workplace, Workplace Relationships, EEO Complaints and Resolutions: Every
year at the beginning of the school year mandatory training (2000-2013, two-hour
training period) District and OSPI compliance
• Continuous district yearly updated technology training, 2008-2013
• Seventh grade Technology Integration training, October 27, 2005, and
November 17, 2005
• Gradebook Access Collaboration training, August 2007
• Middle School Science Technology Cart training, August 2007
HONORS AND AWARDS
2014 Mary Kay Top Sales Unit Award.
Mary Kay Go-Give Award Unit Winner July 2012, 2013, 2014. The Go-Give
Award is awarded annually to the Independent Beauty Consultant who displays
the greatest willingness to be successful.
VOLUNTEER WORK & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
(2013-current) I am a member of the Washington State University Alumni Association,
Pierce County Chapter, where I volunteer, helping the president to set up events and
organize meetings. I have aided in selection of Pierce County college scholarship
recipients and communicate with the membership via email, telephone and in-person
visits.
(2014) I aided in organizing a fun run to raise money for the Mary Kay Cosmetics
Foundation, which was established to aid in the fight against domestic violence and help
with cancer research. I contacted local businesses to acquire donations.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
• Washington State University Alumni Association
• Washington State Education Retired Teachers
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REFERENCES
Corie Roberts, Educator/Mary Kay Director/Friend
Phone: 253-209-9337
E-mail: J-C-ROBERTS@comcast.net
Address: 10823 238th Ave. Ct. E., Buckley, Wash., 98321
Judy Halone, Friend
Phone: 253-226-1759
E-mail: littlepencilwriting@gmail.com
Address: 12017 220 Ave. Ct. E., Bonney Lake, Wash., 98391
Linda Blum, Special Needs Educator (co-worker)
Lakeridge Middle School, Sumner School District
Phone: 253-226-8284
E-mail: blumlin@gmail.com
Address: 5909 Myers Rd. E., Bonney Lake, Wash., 98391
