Amanda Andresen

Teacher of all levels of English, including, but not limited to, literature, creative writing, grammar and research. I used several different curriculums, including many self, made to prepare students to move on through the years of academic study.

Teacher of special education at all levels, including, but not limited to, English, social studies, science, Math, speech, blind student education, life skills,etc. I used real world experience and materials to help students prepare to succeed in the real world. I communicated with parents to help ensure a well rounded education for each student based on their particular set of needs. I used many different teaching resources, including self made, to give the students the advantages they needed for success in life.

Teacher of Freshman and Sophomore English at Cleveland Junior Naval Academy. While there, I taught Early American English through Literature units, a character sketch essay, comparison/contrast essay, grammar work, and and vocabulary.

Private Teacher for two individuals with Cerebral Palsy using curriculum provided by the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Greater St. Louis. I re-worked the curriculum to fit each students needs based on their levels as had been assessed through the St. Louis Public School systems and personal observations while working with them in the previous year. Each student was also involved with life skills exercises to help them be more independent in the future.

Began as a Teaching Assistant for the Special School districts of St. Louis, but was moved shortly to a permanent substitute position after a teacher leaving. Responsible for adapting curriculum to meet academic standards for "super Seniors" and aging out students in the MR/MEH room. Implemented a volunteer work program for the students to participate in at a local nursing home. I also helped to start and run a program to help my students learn about different career choices and how to prepare for the work force, from the initial looking process, to real in person interviews with people in those positions, getting ready to go to work, to finally having the job.