Amanda Barnes
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
Results-oriented education professional with track record of fostering academic growth and supporting diverse student needs. Adept at creating engaging lesson plans and delivering personalized instruction that resonates with learners. Known for strong collaboration and adaptability, consistently driving team success and student achievement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ELA Tutor
Private
Simpsonville, SC
06.2025 - Current
- Designed tailored reading plans to address individual student needs and learning styles.
- Facilitated one-on-one tutoring sessions to enhance comprehension and fluency in reading.
- Implemented engaging activities to foster a love for reading among students.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback to parents and guardians.
- Designed handouts and educational materials to help students improve writing skills.
Stay at Home Parent
Simpsonville, SC
06.2019 - Current
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
Middle School Teacher/Team Leader
Greenville County Schools
Simpsonville, SC
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Expertly led a team of educators to ensure student success and cross curricular connections.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student understanding.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that integrated multiple subjects.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods and provided constructive feedback.
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing diverse literature selections and engaging activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Literacy Education
Furman University
Greenville, SC08-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Middle Level Education
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05-2016
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative thinking
- Collaboration and teamwork
Certification
- Certified SC Teacher 6-8 ELA and Social Studies
- Certified SC Reading Interventionist K-12
Timeline
ELA Tutor
Private
06.2025 - Current
Stay at Home Parent
06.2019 - Current
Middle School Teacher/Team Leader
Greenville County Schools
08.2017 - 05.2019
Master of Arts - Literacy Education
Furman University
Bachelor of Arts - Middle Level Education
University of South Carolina