Stephanie Sasse Holzapfel
11701 Blue Mountain Drive Waynesboro, PA 17268
(240) 329-6918 | stephanie.sasse1@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
To work in a student centered system and be a leader of a staff committed to academic excellence through
collaboration and strong community involvement. To be committed to creating a school atmosphere that is
stimulating, encouraging, and supportive for all stakeholders and dedicated to individualized instruction based on
students’ needs and interests.
EDUCATION
Frostburg State University, Frostburg, MD
Master of Education, Educational Leadership
May 2020
University of Tampa, Tampa, FL
Bachelor of Science, Magna Cum Laude
Major: Elementary Education with ESOL Endorsement
May 2015
GPA: 3.8
CERTIFICATIONS
Maryland Teacher Certification K-6 May 2017
Virginia Teacher Certification Pre-K-6, ESOL Pre-K-12 July 2016
Florida Teacher Certification Elementary Education K-6 May 2015
English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) K-6 May 2015
HONORS/AWARDS
Academic Dean’s List Spring 2013-May 2015
Kappa Delta Pi, Fundraising Chair, Honor Society in Education Fall 2013 –May 2016
Omicron Delta Kappa, International leadership Honor Society Spring 2014- May 2015
TRAININGS
Next Generation Science Standards with the Gettysburg Nature Alliance Summer 2018
Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol Fall 2016
Kagan Cooperative Learning Workshop August 2014
TEACHING/FIELD EXPERIENCE
Salem Avenue Elementary School, Hagerstown, MD August 2017- Present
Teacher, Grade 3
Countywide Elementary Math Curriculum Writing Team- analyze student data to create and enhance
mathematical learning pathways, module checkpoints, and assessments that support and demonstrate
student understanding
Presented 3rd grade math curriculum and sample lessons to all county elementary school administrators
over their summer administrative institute
Led a two week math professional development session for teachers throughout the county
Countywide Elementary Science Curriculum Writing Team- analyze student data to create and enhance
science learning pathways, module checkpoints, and assessments that support and demonstrate student
understanding
Attended training on NGSS, 5 E Lesson Planning, Reading Like a Scientist and Career Connections with
the Gettysburg Nature Alliance.
Published a fully integrated science unit of study for intermediate elementary grade levels sponsored by
the Gettysburg Nature Alliance
Sterling Elementary School, Sterling Virginia August 2015-June 2017
Teacher, Grade 2
Collaborative Learning Team Facilitator- led grade level team and school administrators in bi monthly
meetings analyzing student data, reflecting on relevant research articles, and discussing best practices to
guide instruction and plan next steps as a team
Continually assess student achievement and maintain appropriate assessment and evaluation
documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes
Plan and implement appropriate instructional / learning strategies and activities that utilize a variety of
instructional materials and strategies
Manage the behavior of learners in an instructional setting to ensure the learning is conducive to the
learning process
Participate in a variety of professional development activities
Communicate with parents through conferences and other means
Continually communicate with students on instructional expectations to keep them informed of their
progress in meeting those expectations
Anatolia Elementary School, Thessaloniki, Greece Spring 2015
Student Teacher, Abroad Practicum Internship
Broadened teaching experience by developing activities to promote English language learning in a Greek
school system
DeSoto Elementary School, Tampa, FL Spring 2015
Student Teacher, Student Practicum Internship IV—Grade 1
Assumed all teaching duties for 18 students including planning instructional activities, teaching and
assessing students’ understanding of material in all subject areas for all students, and differentiating
instruction
Designed activities focused on student engagement
Utilized the 1st grade CPALMS Sunshine State Standards as well as Common Core Standards to develop
hands-on, student centered lessons
Utilized informal and formal assessments to measure effectiveness of teaching, optimize student learning
and adapt instruction and materials as needed
Lomax Magnet School, Tampa, FL Fall 2014
Student Teacher, Student Practicum Internship III—Grade 5, gifted math/science
Partnered with mentor teacher to differentiate instruction and provide necessary modifications for students
based on their individual needs and assist with classroom management
Developed and instituted extensive, fully planned whole group, small group and individual lesson plans
Utilized instructional strategies to teach mathematics and science skills within small groups to ensure
competency and full understanding
Desoto Elementary School, Tampa, FL Spring 2014
Student Teaching Intern, Student Practicum Internship II—Grade 1
Provided one-on-one instruction to five ESOL students at the pre-proficiency language level after school
Planned and implemented ESOL relevant instruction in one-on-one, small group and large group settings
