Sarah Woods, M.A. PHR

Experience

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  Nicewarner Graphic Design

  May 2008 - Jun 2010

  Freelance Graphic Designer

  I started my career in graphic design. Expertly trained in the adobe creative suite and general design methodology.

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  Baltimore City Public Schools

  Jun 2010 - Feb 2017

  Visual Art Teacher

  • Created and implemented lessons aligned with common core, state and national fine art standards for grades 6-12.• Monitored and assessed student progress through portfolio reviews, class work, homework, quizzes, exams and daily participation. • Organized and monitored student field trips in collaboration with community partners to the National Gallery of Art, The Walters Art Museum, The American Visionary Art Museum, The Baltimore Museum of Art and the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African-American History and Culture.• Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students with IEP’s in an inclusive setting including students in a life skills program. • Student Learning Objective ambassador for KASA #342 during the 2013/2014 school year. • Provided direction to colleagues as a team leader and Art department chair from 2011-2014.• Managed the fine arts budget, organized fundraisers and travel. • Participated in ongoing professional development on the district and state level to develop leadership strategies that positively impact my schools culture and environment. Show less

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  Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program

  Aug 2015 - May 2016

  Administrator

  • Completed an administrative internship with the Montgomery County Public Schools Infants and Toddlers Program, accomplishing projects at the building, district and state levels during the 2015/2016 school year to earn my Admin 1 certification from Notre Dame of Maryland University.• Reviewed, updated, communicated, practiced, assessed and reflected on safety and crisis procedures for the Up County branch of the Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program.• Created and facilitated site-specific professional development on safety and crisis protocols. • Participated in team, administrative, district and state agency meetings to share data and ensure that we are in compliance with state and federal mandates.• Participated in team, administrative, district and state agency meetings to share information that creates and evaluates comprehensive individualized goals for each family that the Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program provide service too. • Gathered and maintained IFSP and projection data to drive decision making and support program goals aligned to the Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Programs vision and mission.• Participated in informal and formal employee observations and performance reviews to develop and supervise the instructional capacities of our staff members.• Facilitated professional development for providers on program and district updates and mandates to help support our instructional program.• Collaborated with physical therapists, occupational therapists, special educators, speech pathologists and families to make sure a child’s individual needs are met.• Collaborated with families, caregivers and a variety of community partners to maintain the integrity of their child’s IFSP.• Coordinated appropriate services like interpreters and transportation if needed.• Worked in partnership with the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the Montgomery County local government. Show less

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  NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF EDUCATIONAL PROCUREMENT

  Feb 2017 - Jan 2019

  Education Associate

  Experienced and enthusiastic education professional talented at program management with proven results in increasing engagement and revenue. Independently motivated with outstanding relationship building, training and presentation skills. Managed and developed educational opportunities and programing for members within the NAEP University model which includes the Procurement Academies and topic specific Institutes supporting higher education procurement professionals.

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  EMPATHID LLC

  Feb 2019 - now

  Talent & Learning Consultant

  Talent & Learning Strategy, Leadership Development, Instructional Design, Executive Coaching, Training & FacilitationLeading with empathy, Empathid offers creative solutions that align with your big goals producing measurable results.

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  Pandora

  Jul 2019 - Jun 2021

  I design engaging learning experiences. I’m a learning professional with over 10 years experience in graphic design, instructional design and program management. Skilled at developing professional training content for instructor-led, blended and eLearning environments, I've worked with a variety of industries including K-12, higher education and not for profit. In this role with Pandora, I collaborate with cross functional teams to accomplish strategic initiatives. I enjoy leading diverse groups and creating dynamic educational experiences. Show less

  • Talent Manager

    Apr 2020 - Jun 2021

  • Digital Learning Developer

    Jul 2019 - Apr 2020
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  Zywave

  Jan 2022 - now

  Talent management and strategy providing world class leadership enablement programs embedding an inclusive culture of learning across the organization.At Zywave, I’m most proud of leading multiple leadership and development programs from concept design through delivery including belonging and core values sessions for new hires, monthly manager talent sessions, Peak Academy our executive sponsored leadership program, Ascenders Academy a blended learning experience and Base Camp an on-demand self-service new manager training program. Show less

  • Talent Development Director

    Jun 2024 - now

  • Talent Development Manager

    Jan 2022 - Jun 2024