Amanda Blass
Boston,MA
Summary
Instructional design writer with 3 years of full-time experience in the education space. 2 years as a lead teacher and 1 year as a curriculum writer. Expansive pedagogical knowledge in elementary-level English Language Arts, mathematics, and social studies content areas.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Design Associate
NewGlobe Education Inc.
10.2022 - Current
- Designed scripted lesson plans, courses, and assessments for government schools in Rwanda and Edo and Bayelsa states in Nigeria.
- Completed 80-hour training course in scripted lesson design based on principles of Direct Instruction, a teaching philosophy that emphasizes clear language and high levels of student engagement. Grading TA for the next cohort of the course.
- Highlighted in the"Inspirational" category of employees after annual review.
Education Director
Imagine & Wonder Publishers
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided feedback to authors about the curriculum needs of teachers and Common Core standards.
- Designed marketing materials for authors and the company highlighting the educational value of their books.
Lead Teacher
Match Charter Public School
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Cultivated a student-centered, inquiry-based classroom environment promoting the social and academic development of first- and second-grade students.
- Grade-level lead literature planner creating engaging and rigorous reading and writing lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Participated in weekly professional development related to classroom management, anti-racist teaching & learning, and data tracking.
Corps Member
Teach For America Massachusetts
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Participated in ongoing professional development and coaching related to data-tracking, culturally responsive pedagogy, and classroom management.
- AmeriCorps Service Member (2020-2022)
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum and Teaching
Boston University
Boston08.2022
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education and Teaching
McGill University
Montreal Quebec, Canada05.2020
Skills
- Direct Instruction Curriculum Design Expertise
- Knowledge of elementary-level pedagogy and instructional techniques
- Eager to collaborate on projects
- Adept at providing constructive feedback for performance improvement
- Adaptable and flexible
- Detail-oriented and organized to ensure project completion
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Timeline
Instructional Design Associate
NewGlobe Education Inc.
10.2022 - Current
Education Director
Imagine & Wonder Publishers
07.2022 - 03.2023
Lead Teacher
Match Charter Public School
08.2020 - 07.2022
Corps Member
Teach For America Massachusetts
06.2020 - 06.2022
Master of Education - Curriculum and Teaching
Boston University
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education and Teaching
McGill University
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