Amanda Allen
Sulphur,LA
Summary
Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Tech Teacher
Calcasieu Parish School System
Lake Charles, LA
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Developed and maintained technical documentation for software systems.
- Created detailed project plans with timelines, deliverables, and resources needed.
- Coordinated with vendors for resolution of any third-party product related issues.
- Provided technical assistance to teachers by troubleshooting system problems.
- Provided training on desktops, laptops and mobile devices for teachers and students.
- Utilized knowledge of applications, programming and systems functionality to assist teachers with student needs.
- Troubleshot and resolved problems with programs and systems.
Business Education Teacher
Calcasieu Parish School System
Lake Charles, LA
08.2009 - 03.2023
- Maintained open communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress, addressing concerns as needed.
- Boosted student engagement with group projects and collaborative activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Organized extracurricular activities, such as clubs or competitions related to business education concepts, encourage further exploration beyond the classroom setting.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lessons.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in business education teaching techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Technology
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business Education
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA12.1999
Skills
- Cybersecurity best practices
- Technology resource integration
- Technical problem solving
- Interpersonal Skills
- Continuous Improvement
Certification
- M.ED., MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY, 2003 / B.S., MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY, 1999
- Business and Office Education Teacher Certificate issued by Louisiana Department of Education 4/13/2000
- Microsoft Office: Knowledgeable in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
- First Aid Certification
Accomplishments
- Classroom teacher for 22 years and Lead Tech/Fixed Assets Point of Contact for the last 2 years.
- Participated in leadership classes for the 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 school years.
Timeline
Lead Tech Teacher
Calcasieu Parish School System
03.2023 - 09.2024
Business Education Teacher
Calcasieu Parish School System
08.2009 - 03.2023
Master of Arts - Educational Technology
McNeese State University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Education
McNeese State University