Sarah J.

Vinluan
(808)721-3100
sjeanvinluan@gmail.com

Education and Credentials

Chaminade University of Honolulu Masters of Education, Child Development December 2018

Chaminade University of Honolulu Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education May 2017

Magna Cum Laude

State of Hawaii Licensure in K-6 Elementary Education July 2017-Present

Sacred Hearts Academy High School Diploma with Honors May 2013

Current and Previous Employment

Early Childhood Education Assistant & ​Castle Teacher Resource March 2018 - Present
Activity Center​ Coordinator
Staff Member
Chaminade University of Honolulu

● Maintains and operates a resource center/makerspace for University students, faculty, and staff as
well as in-service and pre-service teachers
● Maintains and operates a 3D printer and laser cutter, along with corresponding software programs
● Develops and delivers workshops regarding integrating 3D printing, laser cutting, and other
educational technology in the classroom
● Collaborates with University students and faculty on integrating educational technology into their
lesson plans and curriculum to meet the learning standards
● Provides training to individuals on how to use educational technology and various tools, such as a
laser cutter
● Assists the director of the Early Childhood Education programs at the University with various
research projects
● Manages a social media campaign for the University’s Early Childhood Education programs and
on-campus Montessori pre-school with the goal of educating and marketing

Substitute Teacher October 2017 - March 2018

Sacred Hearts Academy, Honolulu

● Supervised students in grades K - 12

● Delivered lesson plans and manage student activities

Administrative Assistant July 2017 - October 2017

Sacred Hearts Academy, Honolulu

● Managed a high school office

 ● Assisted parents, students, faculty, and staff members with various school issues over the phone,
through email, and in person.
● Inputted data through various databases
● Assisted administrators and counselors in coordinating projects and events, such as preparing
documents and scheduling.

2nd Grade Summer School Teacher Summer 2017

Sacred Hearts Academy, Honolulu

● Planned and delivered whole-class lessons in language arts, mathematics, science, social studies,
and art.
● Organized and supervised educational field trips.

Student Teacher - 2nd grade Jan. 2017 - May 2017

Kalei’opu’u Elementary School, Waipahu

● Planned and delivered whole-class lessons in language arts, mathematics, science, and social
studies.
● Provided small group intervention lessons (RTI) for language arts and mathematics.
● Tutored students in groups and one-on-one with class and homework assignments.
● Worked collaboratively to develop classroom learning activities with cooperating teacher as well
as other teachers at the 2nd grade level.

After School Care Teacher Aug. 2015 - Dec. 2016

Sacred Hearts Academy, Honolulu

● Supervised students in grades Pre-K through 8th

● Planned and delivered various indoor and outdoor activities
● Tutored students one-on-one and in small groups with homework assignments

Lead Teacher ​- ​Summer After School Care Program Summer 2016

Sacred Hearts Academy, Honolulu

● Supervised students in grades 4 through 8

● Developed an after school enrichment program curriculum
● Organized and supervised educational field trips
● Planned and delivered various indoor and outdoor activities
● Tutored students one-on-one and in small groups with homework assignments

Teacher’s Aide Summer 2016

Sacred Hearts Academy

● Worked in a 3rd grade classroom assisting the teacher with preparing daily activities and grading
student work
● Tutored students one-on-one and in groups with class and homework assignments
● Supervised educational field trips
Student Assistant - Chaminade Client Services Help Desk May 2014 - July 2015
Chaminade University of Honolulu

● Assist students, alumni, professors, and staff with campus and IT related issues over the phone,
through email, and in person.
● Supervise library computer lab (i.e. print credit purchase, minor repairs of computers and printers.)

Summer After School Care Group Leader Summer 2015

St. Patrick’s School, Honolulu

● Supervised 3rd and 4th grade students in a summer enrichment program

● Planned and delivered various indoor and outdoor activities

Skills

● Experienced in working with students, parents, faculty, and staff in an educational setting
(elementary through university level)
● Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, Google Docs and Drive, various software
programs and apps
● Experienced in using 3D printing, laser cutting, and other educational technology, as well
as implementing it in an educational setting
● Experienced in developing and delivering workshops
● Able to quickly learn new technology and software programs
● Able to manage and implement social media campaigns to educate and communicate to
target audience
● Highly organized, efficient, detail-oriented, and responsible
● Flexible and adaptable to change
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
● Able to work with team members, as well as independently
● Experienced in providing customer service

Recent Conference Presentations

KS EdTech Mini Conference

Hosted by Kamehameha Schools and Island Pacific Academy
January 19, 2019
Presentation title: “3D Printing Technology in Early Childhood & Elementary
Classrooms”
 References

Elizabeth Park
Education Professor at Chaminade University
Director of Early Childhood and Montessori Programs
Director of Castle Teacher Resource Activity Center
Email​: ​epark@chaminade.edu
Phone: (808) 735-4859

Katrina Roseler
Education Professor at Chaminade University
University Supervisor for Student Teaching
Email: ​katrina.roseler@chaminade.edu
Phone: (808) 440-4215

Remee Tam
Vice Principal for Grades Pre-K through 6th
Sacred Hearts Academy
Email: ​rtam@sacredhearts.org
Phone: (​808) 734-5058, ext. 255