Sara Lu Shu is a certified social studies teacher seeking a teaching position. She has over 10 years of experience working with students in various roles, including as a paraprofessional, literacy instructor, student teacher, tutor, and volunteer. Sara holds a Colorado teaching license and degrees from Metropolitan State University of Denver and Virginia Commonwealth University. She has a proven track record of improving student outcomes through innovative teaching strategies and individualized support.

1. Sara W. Lu Shu!
Sara_Lushu@dpsk12.org; (703) 638-5475!
Certification
Colorado Department of Education - Colorado Teaching License, 2014
!Education
Metropolitan State University of Denver, Denver, Colorado - Secondary Social Studies, 2014
-Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges
-East High School and Arvada K-8 Field Experience
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia - Bachelor of Arts in History, 2006
-Study Abroad: University of the West Indies at Cave Hill, Bridgetown, Barbados
-Virginia Department of Historical Resources Internship, Richmond, Virginia
!Professional Experience
Paraprofessional, J.W. Maxwell Elementary School - Denver, Colorado 2014-2015
Provide academic, social, and behavioral support to three classrooms daily. Implement behavioral
management plans and promote student standards. Active substitute teacher for all grades (ECE - fifth
grade). Received highest possible evaluation score from administration and teachers.
Literacy Instructor, Learn It Systems - Denver, Colorado 2014-2015
Coach students in groups of six on literacy skills and strategies. Analyze student data to adjust to
individual needs and enhance learning. Each student’s reading level increased and 8/10 students
completed the voluntary 28 hour course.
Student Teacher, Westminster High School - Westminster, Colorado 2013-2014
United States History, Economics & Civics: Created curriculum, conducted classes, and assessed student
work. Planned and debriefed with staff and contributed to professional development workshops. Worked
closely with six English language learners, four students with Individual Education Programs, and
fourteen students with ranging conditions. Communicated with parents and guardians.
Student Intern, Hamilton Middle School - Denver, Colorado Summer 2013
Summer Academy: Facilitated and led math instruction to over thirty learners daily.
Tutor, Center for Urban Education at MLK Jr. Early College - Denver, Colorado Summer 2013
Credit Recovery in History and others: Worked with at-risk learners; served over forty learners daily.
Volunteer Experience
Dream Big Day Camp - Project Denver
Environmental Learning for Kids
MSUDenver & DPS Foundation
Cardiac Kids Camp
Starlight Children’s Foundation
!Organizations
American Civil Liberties Union
National Education Association - Colorado Education Association
National Council of History Education
Council for Exceptional Children - Teacher Education Division
Golden Key International Honour Society