Michelle Naoye Sakai-Hart

2137 1/2 22nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405 | 831.227.6405 | msakaihart91@gmail.com | msakaihart@weebly.com

Leadership in Education

8th Grade Integrated Physical Science Student Teacher January 2019-Present

Animo Westside Charter Middle School | Playa Vista, CA
• Deliver instruction and provide daily feedback to all 8th grade students
• Plan and develop supports and curriculum based on the Next Generation Science Standards, Common Core State Standards, and the
English Language Development Standards that allow all learners to access science content
• Participate in weekly collaboration with peers (master teacher, SPED specialist, school counselor, and administrators) to learn how to
support all learners with an emphasis on understanding best practices to assist our IEP and EL students
• Conduct observation hours to refine pedagogy and acquire new strategies for teaching and classroom management
• Focus on establishing a positive and safe learning environment for all by communicating expectations and modeling positive
behavior to our students

Substitute Teacher August 2018-December 2018

Independent Schools | Los Angeles, CA
• Taught in K-6 classrooms at Crossroads Elementary School, Mirman School, Seven Arrows Elementary School, and The John Thomas
Dye School
• Responsibilities included carrying out lesson plans, assisting in supervision during recess, grading papers, and managing the day to
day activities planned in the classroom

Magic Makers Teacher Summer 2018

Crossroads Elementary School | Santa Monica, CA
• Designed 1st grade chemistry curriculum that emphasized exploring the properties of solids, liquids, and gases through inquiry
based learning and hands on activities
• Created a class website that shared photos, student work, and lab activities with student families

5th & 6th Grade Associate Science Teacher/Advisor April 2016-August 2018
Co-Director of After School Care
Long-Term Substitute for 5th Grade Associate History Teacher/Advisor
The John Thomas Dye School | Los Angeles, CA
• Developed and implemented a 5th grade advisory routine and program that focused on building communication, organization, and
social/emotional skills throughout the course of the year
• Assisted in planning and finalizing logistics of the 6th grade overnight trip to Catalina Island Marine Institute
• Designed and implemented a collaborative unit with the art team in which students created their own cephalopod alebrijes model,
based on characteristics of Phylum Mollusca, to showcase at open house
• Planned and developed engaging science curriculum with an emphasis on biological, physical, and earth science
• Presented findings and resources gained from professional development opportunities (NSTA Conference 2016, NGSS BER seminar)
and graduate school to colleagues and science team members
• Communicated regularly with colleagues, parents, and administration to discuss and share student progress and observations
• Responsible for well-being and safety of K-6th students from 3:00-5:30 PM in after school care
• Provided homework help and supervision in a safe and nurturing learning environment in after school care
• Responsible for presenting material, organizing and assisting with the 5th grade Night at the Museum play and supporting the
developmental needs of our advisory students, both in class and on their overnight trip to Pali Camp, as a long-term substitute
Marine Biology Prep Plus Teacher/Yihai Summer Program Teacher Summer 2016
Chadwick School Summer Programs | Palos Verdes, CA
• Created interactive and engaging material for 6th-8th grade students that focused on various topics within marine biology such as
biodiversity, oceanography, conservation, and ecology
• Planned and organized a field trip for the 6th-8th grade students to visit the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium in San Pedro, CA
• Instructed and supported English learning in marine biology with visiting Chinese foreign exchange students
• Facilitated and supervised a field trip with the Chinese foreign exchange students to The Aquarium of The Pacific in Long Beach, CA

Marine Science Instructor August 2013-November 2015

Weekend Administrator
Catalina Sea Camp Science Instructor
Catalina Island Marine Institute at Toyon Bay | Santa Catalina Island, CA
• Coordinated and engaged 2nd-12th grade student in various outdoor activities including snorkeling, kayaking, rock climbing, and
hiking
• Instructed and planned marine biology curriculum for visiting students based on their grade level, the Next Generation Science
Standards, and/or the requests of their school
• Welcomed and provided orientation to adult chaperones and students visiting Toyon Bay
• Oversaw waterfront safety and activities as a certified American Red Cross lifeguard/first aid/CPR/AED trained instructor
• Supervised instructors and oversaw weekend program logistics, such as lifeguarding, lab rotations, boat arrival and departure, and
office communication as a Weekend Administrator
• Supported staff by acting as a liaison between instructors and chaperones as a Weekend Administrator
• Taught surfing, stand up paddle boarding, GoPro video editing, and marine science to sea campers over the summer

Research Experience & Education Facility Intern/Content Developer March 2010-June 2013
University of California Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara, CA
• Led tours and outdoor programs for Pre K-college students and the general public at our aquarium facility and Campus Point Beach
• Developed educational content for tours and student programs for fellow undergraduate interns and aquarists
• Provided outreach to local schools by taking a touch tank, with live marine organisms, to classrooms and science night events

Education

Master of Arts Secondary Education August 2017-May 2019

CA SB 2042 Single Subject Preliminary Credential-Biological Sciences
Loyola Marymount University | Los Angeles, CA
• Cumulative GPA: 3.91
• Nominated and active member for Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society for Education 2019

Bachelor of Science in Aquatic Biology September 2009-June 2013

Minor in Science and Mathematics Education
University of California Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara, CA
• Cumulative GPA: 3.15
• Spring Quarter 2013 Dean’s Honors in College of Letters and Science

Professional and personal references available upon request.