Aimee Gamblin
Instructional Coach
Winder,GA
Summary
Results-oriented and dedicated educator with a passion for fostering a nurturing, engaging, and challenging school environment. Known for building strong relationships with students, parents, and faculty to drive positive outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Instructional Coach
Westside Middle School
Winder, GA
07.2023 - Current
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies
- Redesigned and lead Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
- Managed L4GA Grant Funds
- Conducted classroom observations and provided teachers with objective, actionable feedback on teaching strategies, classroom management, and student engagement
- Collaborated with teachers to analyze student performance data and used findings to inform instructional decisions
- Organized and facilitated instructional rounds
- Planned and facilitated parent/family events such as literacy night and math night
- Supported development and implementation of ESOL Newcomer Academy.
ESOL Teacher/Coordinator
West Jackson Middle School
Jefferson, GA
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities
- Created curriculum and planned course content and methods of instruction
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students
- Developed and delivered professional development
- Named Support Person of the Year
Gifted 6th Grade Teacher
Bear Creek Middle School
Statham, GA
07.2020 - 05.2022
- Designed engaging lessons, activities, and projects to enhance student learning
- Analyzed HMH, NWEA MAP, and standardized test data
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS)
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, and school administrators
- Mentored new teachers
- Worked with small groups of students to provide research based Tier II and Tier III interventions.
- School Governance Team Representative
Academic Interventionist Grades 6th -8th
Bear Creek Middle School
Statham, GA
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Observed teachers in classrooms and offered insights to enhance teaching-learning situation
- Worked with small groups of students to provide research based Tier II and Tier III interventions
- Developed activities and strategies for improvement of instruction and student performance
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Yargo Elementary School
Winder, GA
08.2012 - 05.2019
- Designed engaging lessons, activities, and projects to enhance student learning
- Analyzed NWEA MAP and standardized test data
- Created an Early Bird Reading Club to nurture a love of reading
- Co-taught special education students
- Collaborated with colleagues to create lesson plans to increase student engagement
- Planned and supervised field trips and visits by guest speakers
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, and school administrators
- Worked with small groups of students to provide research based Tier II and Tier III interventions.
- Progress monitored students in the RTI process
- Mentored new teachers
Special Education Paraprofessional
Holsenbeck Elementary School
Winder, GA
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Pushed into co-taught classrooms to support special education students
- Developed, supplemented and reinforced concepts and skills
- Assisted with classroom management
Special Education Paraprofessional (EBD Students)
North Star Educational Therapeutic Services
Blue Ridge, GA
08.2008 - 06.2011
- Assisted in facilitation of art and recreational therapy
- Tutored high school and middle school students in math
- Developed, supplemented and reinforced concepts and skills
- Assisted in supporting communication and social skills
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA 08.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Reinhardt University
Waleska, GA 08.2007 - 04.2012
Skills
Data Analysis
Curriculum Design and Planning
Differentiated Instruction
Verbal and Written Communication
Problem-Solving Skills
Team Building and Collaboration
Certification
Elementary Education P-5 [FLD808]
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Westside Middle School
07.2023 - Current
ESOL Teacher/Coordinator
West Jackson Middle School
07.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Valdosta State University
08.2021 - 05.2023
Gifted 6th Grade Teacher
Bear Creek Middle School
07.2020 - 05.2022
Academic Interventionist Grades 6th -8th
Bear Creek Middle School
08.2019 - 05.2020
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Yargo Elementary School
08.2012 - 05.2019
Special Education Paraprofessional
Holsenbeck Elementary School
08.2011 - 05.2012
Special Education Paraprofessional (EBD Students)
North Star Educational Therapeutic Services
08.2008 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Reinhardt University
08.2007 - 04.2012