Amanda Anderson
Apopka
Summary
Passionate teacher with a desire to apply my skills in helping every young child start an education pathway to succeed while maintaining a fun, engaging environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
ESE Pre-K Teacher
Orange County Public Schools: Oak Hill Elementary
Orlando, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans fostering cognitive and social development.
- Created engaging learning environments to stimulate curiosity and encourage exploration among students.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational progress and address developmental concerns.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, adjusting instruction methods to meet diverse needs.
ES Pre-K Paraprofessional
Orange County Public Schools: Wolf Lake Elementary
08.2018 - 06.2023
- Student Teaching ES Pre-K
- Supported teachers in implementing individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Assisted in classroom management to foster a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated small group activities to promote social and academic skills development.
Sales Associate
Wal*Mart
Mt. Dora, FL
11.2002 - 11.2022
Sales associate, Stocking Team Associate, Cashier, Customer Service Associate, Self Checkout Associate, Money Center Associate, Service Desk Associate
Kindergarten
Orange County Public Schools: Zellwood Elementary
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Junior Intern
First grade paraprofessional
Orange County Public Schools: Wolf Lake Elementary
08.2017 - 05.2018
Office assistant
Orange County Public Schools: Wolf Lake Elementary
02.2017 - 05.2017
Preschool Teacher
Highland Christian Academy
10.2008 - 02.2017
Education
Bachelor's degree - Elementary Education
Rollins College
Winter Park, FL12-2022
Associates degree - undefined
Valencia College
Orlando, FL06-2020
Child Development Associates - undefined
Child Care Education Institute
11-2010
Skills
- Scrapbooking
- First Aid/CPR certified
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Positive Attitude
- Child Care
- Early childhood education
- Patience and empathy
Timeline
ESE Pre-K Teacher
Orange County Public Schools: Oak Hill Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Kindergarten
Orange County Public Schools: Zellwood Elementary
02.2022 - 04.2022
ES Pre-K Paraprofessional
Orange County Public Schools: Wolf Lake Elementary
08.2018 - 06.2023
First grade paraprofessional
Orange County Public Schools: Wolf Lake Elementary
08.2017 - 05.2018
Office assistant
Orange County Public Schools: Wolf Lake Elementary
02.2017 - 05.2017
Preschool Teacher
Highland Christian Academy
10.2008 - 02.2017
Sales Associate
Wal*Mart
11.2002 - 11.2022
Associates degree - undefined
Valencia College
Child Development Associates - undefined
Child Care Education Institute
Bachelor's degree - Elementary Education
Rollins College