Sarah Hirsch

Sarah Hirsch is an experienced professional with a diverse background in teaching, art, writing, and administration. She is transitioning from full-time teaching to focusing on private practice, consulting, and freelance opportunities, with a willingness to undertake commissions and short-term projects remotely. Sarah holds a Master of Education (MEd) from Lesley University, specializing in Community Arts and Trauma Sensitive Schools. She is certified in Montessori and Early Childhood Education from the New England Montessori Teacher Education Center and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English, Writing, and Studio Art from Colby College. Additionally, she was a former Fulbright Scholar in Morocco.

Sarah's experience spans various roles including Research Fellow, Interim Head of School, and her expertise lies in Editing, Curriculum Development, Microsoft Office, Research, and Grant Writing. A dedicated community advocate, Sarah has served on the Board of Directors for organizations such as Boston Intergenerational Dance Advocates and New England Folk Festival Association.

Her educational background includes studying Montessori Certification and Early Childhood Education at the New England Montessori Teacher Education Center, a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, Creative Writing, and Studio Art from Colby College, and a Master's degree in Education from Lesley University. Sarah has a strong track record working in different educational settings such as Children's Own School, Cambridge Public Schools, Somerville Public Schools, and Wildflower Schools among others. She has also held positions like Lead Teacher, Fellow, and Intern/Teacher.

In addition, Sarah's professional journey includes diverse experiences from being a Teacher at Oak Meadow School to serving as the Outback Program Director at Project Morry. Her commitment to education and community is evident through her involvement as a Teacher Naturalist at Norman Bird Sanctuary and roles like Collegium Clerk at Colby College and a Fulbright Fellow at the U.S. Department of State. Sarah also has experience as a Lead Teacher in Public Montessori settings and as an English Teaching Assistant during her Fulbright Fellowship.

Sarah Hirsch's versatile skill set, combined with her passion for education, the arts, and community involvement, makes her a valuable asset for projects related to curriculum development, arts-based initiatives, research, and educational consulting.