Why Teaching at JobTrain Matters to GED Instructor Sandra Sharp

Fulfilling Dreams... 

After many years working at Apple - most recently as Ipod Operations Director, Sandra Sharp, decided to make a career change that would be more personally rewarding.  She received her Mathematics teaching credential in 2009 and worked at a high school in San Francisco prior to joining JobTrain in 2011.

As a youth GED instructor at JobTrain, Sandra is very focused on creating a learning environment that is welcoming and supportive of each student’s needs.  As a result of this individualized instruction and encouragement the graduation rate has accelerated, with 10 youth completing their GED in the last six months ending in December!

Currently student LaSaundra Brown said, "I've had many struggles with math in the past. Sandra has been ready and willing to help me on a moment's notice. I've never had such help before. Earning my GED will bring a sense of pride and a belief that I can do anything!"

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JobTrain GED Instructor Sandra Sharp, helps student LaSaundra Brown

Young Volunteer Makes Huge Difference at JobTrain!

JobTrain Celebrates Outstanding Achievement

Cimone Putnam is an outstanding 12 year old. Unlike most kids her age, she's been spending her summer volunteering. Filing, organizing documents, you name it - and Cimone has been doing an outstanding job of it at JobTrain.

Cimone's mother, Reshma, is an integral part of the Development Department at JobTrain.  It didn't take long for Cimone to roll up her sleeves and want to help JobTrain's mission of helping individuals most in need to succeed. 

Her efforts have been well appreciated by various departments and by countless staff members. Cimone has done an amazing job in in performing a myriad of tasks. Her upbeat and "can do" demeanor is truly impressive and today we celebrate her selfless and outstanding achievement and dedication to our organization.