Sarah Woodard
About Sarah Woodard
Sarah Woodard serves as the Humanities Regional Director - West at Great Minds, where she has worked since 2019. With over a decade of experience in educational leadership, she has held various roles in teaching and administration, contributing significantly to the implementation of knowledge-rich curricula.
Current Role at Great Minds
Sarah Woodard serves as the Humanities Regional Director - West at Great Minds, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she has been instrumental in supporting district and network partners to implement knowledge-rich curricula. Her responsibilities include overseeing the development and execution of humanities programs across the western region, ensuring alignment with educational standards and best practices.
Previous Experience at Great Minds
Prior to her current role, Sarah Woodard held multiple positions at Great Minds. She worked as an Associate Director for English and History from 2014 to 2015 and as a Program Manager for ELA and History from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, she has served as the Assistant Director of Educational Partnerships since 2015, focusing on building collaborations that enhance educational outcomes in the humanities.
Educational Background
Sarah Woodard earned her Bachelor's degree in Art and History from Washington University in St. Louis, where she studied from 2002 to 2006. She later pursued a Master's degree in Elementary Education at Arizona State University from 2008 to 2010. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in the humanities and educational leadership.
Teaching Experience
Sarah Woodard has extensive teaching experience, having worked as a Lead Teacher at Uncommon Schools from 2011 to 2012. She also served as a Teaching Assistant at Catlin Gabel School for one year in 2010. These roles contributed to her understanding of classroom dynamics and the implementation of effective teaching strategies.
Research and Analysis Experience
Before her roles in educational leadership, Sarah Woodard worked as a Senior Research Analyst at Bases from 2006 to 2008. This position involved conducting research and analysis, which has informed her approach to educational partnerships and curriculum development in her current roles.