Sarah Burns
Impact-Driven Leader
Sarah Burns is a professional with extensive experience in coaching, training, and research consulting. She currently serves as the Director of Learning at the San Diego Workforce Partnership, a position she has held since August 2020.2 In this role, Sarah oversees the creation and delivery of learning experiences that support career development for students and job seekers across San Diego County.2
Professional Background
Sarah's career history includes:
- Director of Research & Evaluation at San Diego Workforce Partnership (October 2017 - July 2020)2
- Instructor at UC San Diego Extension (January 2020 - Present)2
- High School Math Teacher at The Bronx School for Law, Government, and Justice (October 2009 - June 2013)2
Education and Skills
Sarah is a graduate of Princeton University and Duke University's Fuqua School of Business.1 Her expertise spans various areas, including:
- Growth strategy and organization design
- Workforce development and education
- Program evaluation and research
- Curriculum development and teaching
Current Work
In her current role, Sarah:
- Guides the creation of workshops and training events for job seekers
- Leads the development of professional learning experiences for career counselors and educators
- Develops strategies to deploy labor-market research through tools and curricula2
Sarah has also been involved in notable projects, such as:
- Collaborating with Chula Vista Elementary School District on essential skills videos
- Developing essential-skills rubrics with San Diego County Office of Education
- Designing an innovative career center at Cajon Valley Middle School2
Sarah is based in Washington, DC, where she enjoys hiking with her dog and exploring the city's coffee scene.1