Sara Negrete
Maricopa
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record in staff management and strategic planning. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing student engagement through effective communication and attention to detail.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
The Learning Experience
Gilbert, AZ
06.2025 - 02.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment to enhance student participation.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain discipline and focus.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best teaching practices and resources.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and needs.
Assistant Director
Cadence Education-Phoenix Children's Academy
Gilbert, AZ
07.2012 - 06.2025
- Creating a pattern of excellent customer service. Delivering Plus One!!
- Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with licensing regulations and quality standards.
- Collaborated with parents and educators to address student needs and promote engagement.
- Streamlined administrative processes, enhancing efficiency in enrollment and record-keeping systems.
- Evaluated staff performance, providing constructive feedback to support career growth and improvement.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Nurturing and continuing to develop a kind and compassionate school culture.
- Managed payroll processing, timecard and labor management. As well as billing of weekly tuition and weekly financial reporting.
Education
GED -
Maricopa Community Colleges, Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZNo Degree - Early Childhood Special Education
Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZLeadership Training Program - Business Administration And Management
Cadence Education
Scottsdale, AZ05-2015
Skills
- Staff management
- Creative direction
- Strategic planning
- Staff development
- Regulatory compliance
- Operations management
- Recruitment and hiring
- Individual accountability
- Business goals
- Organizational skills
- Computer skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
Accomplishments
- 2022 Customer Service Excellence Award
- 2015 Cadence Education Leadership Training graduate
Certification
- Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Food Manager Certification
- CPR/First Aid Certification
Timeline
Teacher
The Learning Experience
06.2025 - 02.2026
Assistant Director
Cadence Education-Phoenix Children's Academy
07.2012 - 06.2025
GED -
Maricopa Community Colleges, Glendale Community College
No Degree - Early Childhood Special Education
Central Arizona College
Leadership Training Program - Business Administration And Management
Cadence Education