Sarah

Young
seyoung1992@gmail.com

EDUCATION
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
Master of Science, Spring 2019
Concentration: Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum, GPA 4.0/4.0

College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA
Bachelor of Science, May 2013
Majors: Geology and Environmental Science, GPA: 3.5/4.0



CERTIFICATIONS

Earth and Space Sciences 7-12, Pennsylvania Department of Education, Expected Spring 2019
Grades 4-8 Science, Pennsylvania Department of Education, Expected Spring 2019



PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher – 7th Grade Science, E.T. Richardson Middle School, Springfield, PA
January 2019 – April 2019
• Collaborated with coworkers to develop inquiry-based lessons regarding topics such as
relative dating in the earth sciences.
• Managed classroom of up to 30 students using positive behavior management strategies and
maintained accurate records for 108 students for the duration of student teaching.
• Participated in IEP and GIEP meetings and helped to implement individualized interventions
for students with specialized needs.
• Created PA standards-based lesson plans focusing on engaging activities, multimedia
experiences, and integrated daily formative assessments.

Assistant Manager – Outside In, Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia, PA
September 2018 – Present
• Present snakes, small mammals, lizards, and invertebrates to guests and school groups with
the goal of connecting all guests with nature.
• Provide daily training and feedback to volunteers and interns about education techniques,
behavioral management strategies, and animal handling and husbandry.

Guest Relations Supervisor – Parking, Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia, PA
March 2017 – September 2017
• Participated in every step of the parking operation, including assisting with scheduling of staff,
creation of deployments on a daily basis, and aiding in escalated guest situations.
• Interviewed and hired staff, as well as trained and coached new staff, facilitated staff
recognition, completed staff action forms, and participated in termination process when
necessary.





 Sarah Young
seyoung1992@gmail.com

The Walt Disney Company, Walt Disney World, Orlando Fl

June 2013 – March 2017
• Guest Relations Hostess – Epcot and Magic Kingdom
o Led several tours to engage guests with the heritage of the Walt Disney Company,
coordinated tour guides, and partnered with Cast Members from other operations to
ensure optimum guest enjoyment.
o Provided exceptional guest service by finding appropriate solutions to guest challenges
and assisting guests with language services, ticketing, dining reservations, and special
needs services.

• Wild Africa Trek Excursion Guide – Disney’s Animal Kingdom
o Facilitated entertaining and informative tours focused on safety, interpreting animal
information, and sharing conservation stories with guests.
o Maintained flexibility through difficult situations and administered guest recovery
when needed.

• Conservation Day Camp Instructor – Disney’s Animal Kingdom
o Engaged 16 kindergarten and first grade campers in conservation related activities
while ensuring their safety and well being.
o Designed developmentally appropriate, engaging, and informative lesson plans
centered on conservation.

• Conservation Education Instructor (Internship) – The Seas with Nemo & Friends
o Aided in developing curriculum for a conservation summer camp in Abaco, The
Bahamas focused on sustainable fisheries, native species, and local habitats.
o Facilitated activities centering on marine life conservation and gave microphone
presentations about the aquarium to up to 250 guests at once.

• Conservation Education Presenter (Internship) – Disney’s Animal Kingdom
o Educated and interpreted to over 300 guests daily about animals and conservation
efforts to support wildlife and their habitats.
o Collaborated with team members and leaders to create a positive experience for a
diverse audience of children and adults.



SKILLS AND INTERESTS
• Eager to sponsor various student organizations such as Science Olympiad or Yearbook Club
• Proficient in Google Classroom and G Suite, Performance Plus, Microsoft Office, iWork, Adobe
InDesign, Aperture, and ESRI ArcMap/ArcCatalog and GIS processes
• Interested in creating a variety of extension activities for gifted and talented students
• Trained in USDA animal handling procedures for educational facilities such as museums