Amanda Alderson
Staunton,VA
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Versatile Special Education Training that focuses on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Restaurant Supervisor
Red Lobster
Staunton, VA
07.2003 - Current
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Promoted a positive work environment with proactive conflict resolution strategies and team-building activities.
- Trained new hires on restaurant policies, procedures, and exceptional customer service standards.
- Established rapport with regular customers, fostering loyalty through exceptional service.
Special Education Practicum Student
MBU-Clymore Elementary-Stephanie Caricofe
Staunton, VA
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Improved student comprehension through the use of visual aids, hands-on activities, and real-world examples.
- Provided one-on-one support to students during class time, ensuring they understood key concepts and stayed engaged in lessons.
- Supported students with special needs by modifying assignments and providing necessary accommodations.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual needs.
Teaching Assistant
Pygmalion School- People Places
Staunton, VA
01.2012 - 05.2013
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress, concerns, and achievements.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Human Services
Blue Ridge Community College
Weyers Cave, VALiberal Arts And Interdisciplinary Studies (BA) - Special Education
Mary Baldwin University
Staunton, VASkills
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Child Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Co-teaching Experience
- Inclusion Strategies
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Special Education
- Social Skills Development
- Behavior Modifications
- Student Engagement
- Activity Planning
Timeline
Special Education Practicum Student
MBU-Clymore Elementary-Stephanie Caricofe
01.2020 - 03.2020
Teaching Assistant
Pygmalion School- People Places
01.2012 - 05.2013
Certified Restaurant Supervisor
Red Lobster
07.2003 - Current
Associate Of Applied Science - Human Services
Blue Ridge Community College
Liberal Arts And Interdisciplinary Studies (BA) - Special Education
Mary Baldwin University