Amanda Arnold
Severn,MD
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader, Grade 5
JoAnn Leleck Elementary
07.2024 - Current
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Assisted new teachers in curriculum planning and instructional strategies, improving their teaching effectiveness.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Collaborated with school and non-school personnel to plan field trips that align with curriculum goals.
- Optimized 5th-grade promotion ceremony logistics through detailed planning and coordination with various staff members.
Math Teacher, Grade 5
JoAnn Leleck Elementary
07.2023 - Current
- Provided individualized support for students with diverse needs, tailoring instruction to accommodate varying language levels and learning styles.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education and multilingual learner needs, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
- Enhanced students' understanding of complex mathematical concepts by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
- Developed effective assessment strategies for measuring student progress in alignment with instructional goals.
ELA Teacher, Grade 3
JoAnn Leleck Elementary
07.2020 - 06.2023
- Promoted a growth mindset in students by setting high expectations and providing support for individual academic goals.
- Enhanced reading fluency in non-native English speakers through targeted phonics instruction and guided practice sessions.
- Implemented research-based strategies for teaching phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension skills effectively.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents, fostering open communication about student progress and achievements.
- Monitored student progress closely using formative assessments, adjusting instructional approaches as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs and ensure student success.
Teacher, Grade 3
Jackson Road Elementary
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Planned and implemented lessons in all academic subject areas including English language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science
- Attended faculty, PTA, grade level, and IEP meetings
- Collaborated with the school on an International Pride Night, including hands-on activities and community/parent involvement
- Attended Reading Committee meetings to plan for student projects/activities, Reading Night, and ways to increase parent involvement at home
- Attended our school's ESOL night to celebrate and collaborate with families of multilingual students
- Fostered positive professional relationships with all school personnel, students, and families
- Planned and implemented mindfulness lessons to increase social-emotional awareness in students
- Created and implemented tools for student growth, such as Google Forms assessment practices, inquiry-based activities, and interactive small group lessons
- Assessed student learning and growth using formative assessments, district assessments, and MAP scores in both reading and math
Teacher– Grade 2
Jackson Road Elementary
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Planned and implemented lessons in all academic subject areas including English language arts, science, social studies, science, and mathematics
- Took part in our school's School Energy and Recycling Committee (SERT) to help create environmentally ethical practices within the building
- Participated in Math Night by teaching small, interactive mathematics lessons for families to practice with at home
- Attended parent-teacher conferences as well as faculty, grade level, and professional development meetings
- Planned and facilitate guided reading groups for varied ability levels
- Differentiated, modified, and adapted lessons based on each student's individual learning style and needs
- Managed and implemented individual behavior plans
- Designed and carried out individualized motivation and reward systems for students
- Maintained a safe and productive learning environment while managing various levels of behavior
Education
Master of Education - At-Risk And Diverse Learners
Goucher College
08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Towson University
Towson, MD05.2017
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Relationship building
- Attention to detail
- Differentiated instruction
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Classroom management
- Analytical thinking
Related Training
- Performance Matters: Teacher Created Online Formative Assessments
- LGBTQ+ Students and Families
- Introduction to Standards for Mathematical Practice for Elementary Teachers
- Math Strategies for Modeling and Fractions for Elementary Teachers
- Next Generation Science Standards Training: Grades 2-3
- Developing Understanding of Operations and Algebraic Thinking
- Word Study for the Elementary Classroom
Timeline
Team Leader, Grade 5
JoAnn Leleck Elementary
07.2024 - Current
Math Teacher, Grade 5
JoAnn Leleck Elementary
07.2023 - Current
ELA Teacher, Grade 3
JoAnn Leleck Elementary
07.2020 - 06.2023
Teacher, Grade 3
Jackson Road Elementary
08.2019 - 06.2020
Teacher– Grade 2
Jackson Road Elementary
08.2017 - 05.2019
Master of Education - At-Risk And Diverse Learners
Goucher College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Towson University
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