Full Time Faculty Bartow Community College
Dr. Sarah ShaBazz-Ugwumba received her PhD in Education from Walden University January 2019. Dr. ShaBazz is a professional educator. She has experience teaching students from kindergarten through Master's degree university level. She taught high school English for four years before her 21 year tenure as a resource specialist on the elementary school level. Dr. ShaBazz is a senior adjunct professor at Pacific Oaks College (Pasadena Campus). She also taught at Cal State San Bernardino (Palm Desert Campus) before becoming a fulltime professor of Child Development at Barstow Community College. Dr. ShaBazz teaches various early childhood education teacher prep courses related to special education and child development. She began presenting at educational conferences in 2019 and have continued to do so.
Dr. ShaBazz is the founder of a mobile tutoring company in 2000 where she provided educational support to students of all ages. She is also a civic leader and works in the community in programs that supports women, their families, the community, and awards scholarships to high school girls. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporate, where she takes pride in providing service to all mankind. Dr. ShaBazz is the wife of Dr. Diala Ugwumba and the biological mother of eleven children: six sons and five daughters. She has 17 grandchildren. She is the author of seven books and has recently began publishing books for others
Degree | Institution | Year |
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Bachelors in Liberal Studies | California Baptist University, Riverside, CA | 1998 |
Master's in Education | California Baptist University, Riverside, CA | 2000 |
PhD in Education | Walden Univeesity, Minneapolis, MN | 2019 |
Role | Organization |
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Member | California Association of Resource SpecialistCar |
Special Education Teaching Credential, California |
Multi-Subject Teaching Credential, California |
Life/Health Insurance License, California |
Doula Certification, California |
Role | Organization |
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President | National Council of Negro Women (High Desert Section) |
Past President, 1st year Director | Soroptimist International (Victor Valley) |
Charter Member | High Desert Pearls (An Offical Interest Group of Alpha Kappa Alpha Soroity, Incorporated |
Area | Expertise |
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Childhood and Developmental Disorders | General Expertise |
Early Childhood Education | General Expertise |
K-12 Education | Special Education |
ShaBazz, S. (2019) Teachers' Perception of Common Core State Standards on Students with Learning Disabilities. Proquest. Diseration |
Please describe your teaching philosophy. |
My teaching philosophy is grounded in the fundamental belief that all children possess the capability to learn. I acknowledge that learning unfolds uniquely for each child, and not everyone comprehends concepts in the same manner or on the same day. As an educator, I specialize in teaching prospective teachers, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to guide students on their educational journeys. In my classroom, I am dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and supportive environment that accommodates diverse learning styles. I recognize the importance of adapting teaching methods to meet the individual needs of each student, ensuring a flexible and patient approach. By doing so, I aim to create a space where every student can grasp concepts at their own pace and in their preferred way. My commitment extends to understanding the unique needs of education students as they prepare to become teachers. I strive to instill in them the importance of recognizing and respecting the individuality of each learner. Through this philosophy, I seek to nurture a passion for learning and empower both my education students and their future students to achieve their fullest potential. I recognize the importance of adapting teaching methods to meet the individual needs of each student, ensuring a flexible and patient approach. By doing so, I aim to create a space where every student can grasp concepts at their own pace and in their preferred way. My commitment extends to understanding the unique needs of education students as they prepare to become teachers. I strive to instill in them the importance of recognizing and respecting the individuality of each learner. Through this philosophy, I seek to nurture a passion for learning and empower both my education students and their future students to achieve their fullest potential. |
Title | Location | Date |
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Achieving Maximum Results in RSP | Anaheim, CA | 2020 |
Maximum Results in RSP | ONLINE | 2021 |
Best Practices in RSP | Anaheim, California | 2022 |
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Professional Educator, Resource Specialist, Teacher Mentor/Coach, Presenter, Speaker, Leadership |