Amanda Awwad
Milford
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience at Bridgeport Public Schools, skilled in lesson planning and classroom management. Successfully integrated technology to enhance learning and fostered strong parent-teacher collaboration. Committed to individualized learning plans, supporting diverse student needs, and promoting social-emotional growth in a nurturing environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Bridgeport Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Integrated technology tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Summer Day Camp Director
Trumbull Recreation
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
- Planned and implemented daily activities to encourage campers' personal growth and positive peer relationships.
- Oversaw team of counselors and support team members.
Instructional Assistant
Milestones Behavioral Service
05.2018 - 08.2021
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Saint Joseph
05-2022
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
05-2017
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Data-driven instruction
- Classroom technology
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Behavioral management
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Special needs support
- Individualized learning plans
- Positive reinforcement
- Team collaboration
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
- Elementary Education Certification - CT Department of Education.
Timeline
Summer Day Camp Director
Trumbull Recreation
06.2024 - 08.2024
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Bridgeport Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Milestones Behavioral Service
05.2018 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Saint Joseph
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