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Amanda Bishop

Church Hill

Summary

In my previous work I have been organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities and projects at one time. Caring and compassionate with students and co-workers. Willing to help others and provide support.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Assistant

Mount Carmel Elementary School
08.2019 - 01.2020
  • Monitored timed reading tests and calculated scores
  • Lead group reading activities
  • Assisted in math classes with students of all levels of learning
  • Graded students’ assignments
  • Taught a RTI (Response to Intervention) class for lower-level reading students

English Teacher

VIPKID
10.2018 - 01.2019
  • Teaching English as a second language to children in China
  • Preparing lessons with appropriate props and rewards
  • Manage booking calendar
  • Assessing students on their language learning
  • Providing feedback for each student

Instructional Assistant

John Sevier Middle School
08.2015 - 12.2016
  • Works directly with students within regular education and special education classrooms providing special assistance and/or instruction
  • Assists students, under supervision of special education and/or regular education teachers, in working toward meeting IEP objectives and goals
  • Assists in designing/utilizing appropriate materials for individual students in the regular or special education classrooms
  • Assists regular and special education teachers in facilitating modifications and/or adaptations in the educational environment, instructional materials and/or equipment for special education students
  • Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher
  • Implements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans
  • Adapts classroom work in order to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans
  • Types and reproduces materials as needed
  • Maintains classroom equipment, work areas, and manual and electronic files and records to ensure availability of items, provide written reference; and provide a safe learning environment
  • Instructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
  • Monitors and supervises individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g
  • Classroom, playground, field trips, library, cafeteria, bus loading/unloading, etc.)
  • Discusses assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
  • Prepares lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.

Special Education Instructional Assistant

John Sevier Middle School
09.2013 - 12.2015
  • Works directly with students within regular education and special education classrooms providing special assistance and/or instruction
  • Assists students, under supervision of special education and/or regular education teachers, in working toward meeting IEP objectives and goals
  • Assists in designing/utilizing appropriate materials for individual students in the regular or special education classrooms
  • Assists regular and special education teachers in facilitating modifications and/or adaptations in the educational environment, instructional materials and/or equipment for special education students
  • Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher
  • Implements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans
  • Adapts classroom work in order to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans
  • Types and reproduces materials as needed
  • Maintains classroom equipment, work areas, and manual and electronic files and records to ensure availability of items, provide written reference; and provide a safe learning environment
  • Instructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
  • Monitors and supervises individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g
  • Classroom, playground, field trips, library, cafeteria, bus loading/unloading, etc.)
  • Discusses assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
  • Prepares lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.

Interim Teacher

Joseph Rogers Primary
03.2015 - 04.2015
  • Instructs students individually and in groups (whole and small), using various teaching methods, as permitted by the principal and curricula guidelines
  • Adapts classroom work in order to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans
  • Administers developmental testing programs and/or subject specific assessments, etc
  • Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectation, and/or goals
  • Communicates effectively (i.e., strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills)
  • Counsels with students in order to improve performance, health status, problem solving techniques and a variety of personal issues
  • Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments
  • Effectively plans lessons adhering to Common Core State Standards when applicable
  • Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicates those objectives to students
  • Facilitates student learning to help achieve success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through defined curriculum
  • Fosters cooperative social behavior through activities and group projects to assist students in forming satisfying relationships with other students and adults
  • Is available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when requested to do so by the administration
  • Maintains accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations
  • Manages student behavior in order to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.

Technology Assistant

Jackson Elementary School
01.2015 - 03.2015
  • Submitting work orders
  • School Inventory
  • Completely work orders submitted by teachers and staff
  • Assisting teachers and students in the classroom

Interim Teacher

Rogersville Middle School
09.2012 - 03.2013
  • Instructs students individually and in groups (whole and small), using various teaching methods, as permitted by the principal and curricula guidelines
  • Adapts classroom work in order to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans
  • Administers developmental testing programs and/or subject specific assessments, etc
  • Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectation, and/or goals
  • Communicates effectively (i.e., strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills)
  • Counsels with students in order to improve performance, health status, problem solving techniques and a variety of personal issues
  • Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments
  • Manages student behavior in order to provide a safe and optimal learning environment
  • Models conversation, manners, clean-up activities, listening skills, etc
  • Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g
  • Grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.)
  • Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress
  • Directs student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student workers
  • Maintains a high level of personal integrity and strong work ethic
  • Assumes the responsibility of having regular and timely attendance
  • Participates in a variety of meetings and trainings
  • Assumes responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the job
  • Follows all board policies, school system rules and administrative regulations.

Student Teaching

Rogersville City School
01.2011 - 04.2011
  • Observed 5th and 1st grade classrooms
  • Focused Observations
  • Taught 5th grade for two solo weeks
  • Taught 1st grade for two solo weeks

Education

Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education K

East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, Tennessee

Associate of Science - General Education

Northeast State Technical Community College
Blountville, Tennessee

High School Diploma -

Sullivan Central High School
Blountville, Tennessee
05.2006

Skills

  • Reading and Writing Support
  • Computer Skills
  • Student Inclusion
  • Effective Communication
  • Small Group and Individual Assistance
  • Student Assessment
  • Scheduling
  • ESL- English As Second Language
  • Materials Preparation
  • Small Group Supervision

Timeline

Instructional Assistant

Mount Carmel Elementary School
08.2019 - 01.2020

English Teacher

VIPKID
10.2018 - 01.2019

Instructional Assistant

John Sevier Middle School
08.2015 - 12.2016

Interim Teacher

Joseph Rogers Primary
03.2015 - 04.2015

Technology Assistant

Jackson Elementary School
01.2015 - 03.2015

Special Education Instructional Assistant

John Sevier Middle School
09.2013 - 12.2015

Interim Teacher

Rogersville Middle School
09.2012 - 03.2013

Student Teaching

Rogersville City School
01.2011 - 04.2011

Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education K

East Tennessee State University

Associate of Science - General Education

Northeast State Technical Community College

High School Diploma -

Sullivan Central High School
Amanda Bishop