Amanda Britz
Andover,MN
Summary
Dedicated and experienced educator with over 18 years of teaching expertise, seeking a challenging position at Miaplaza. Excited to contribute to the development of engaging and academically rigorous learning materials, leveraging my passion for education, collaborative mindset, and proficiency in creating pedagogically sound curriculum content.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, Anoka-Hennepin School District
Anoka, MN
01.2006 - Current
- Grade 6 ELA and Minnesota Studies (current); grade 4 ELA; grade 2; grade 3; grade 1 long-term substitute
- Design and implement engaging lesson plans, demonstrating an in-depth understanding of the structure of effective lessons.
- Develop clear and measurable learning objectives, aligning instructional materials to meet educational objectives and standards.
- Implement differentiated instruction strategies to address diverse learning needs, ensuring accessibility, engagement, and age-appropriateness for all students.
- Utilize technology effectively in the classroom, employing Google Slides, Sheets, and Docs to support instruction and enhance student engagement.
- Demonstrate proficiency in screencasting software, enhancing online instruction for remote learning environments.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment through excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, ensuring effective collaboration with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Embrace a growth mindset, actively seeking and implementing constructive criticism to continuously improve teaching methods and content quality.
- Thrive in a remote teaching environment, showcasing strong self-motivation and accountability for tasks and responsibilities with minimal supervision.
- Proactively seek out opportunities for improvement in the production process, consistently enhancing the quality of educational content.
- Uphold trust and integrity in all aspects of work, adhering to high ethical standards, and openly addressing areas of personal and professional growth.
- Maintain a strong work ethic, ensuring reliable availability and consistent output to meet the needs of students and contribute to the success of the educational team.
Paraprofessional, Anoka-Hennepin School District
Anoka, MN
09.2004 - 06.2005
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, assessments, and extra assistance.
Education
Master of Arts - Instruction
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN2009
Certification - Elementary Education K-6
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN2005
Certification - Communication Arts/Literature 5-8
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN2005
Bachelor of Arts - English
Gustavus Adolphus College
Saint Peter, MN2004
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Lesson Material Review
- Pedagogical Expertise
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Differentiated Instruction
- Technology Integration (Google Slides, Sheets, Docs)
- Screencasting and Online Instruction
- Strong Written Communication
- Continuous Improvement
- Accountability and Self-Motivation
- Growth Mindset
- Integrity and Trustworthiness
Certification
- Elementary Education, K-6, State of Minnesota (expires June 2026)
- Communication Arts/Literature, grades 5-8, State of Minnesota (expires June 2026)
Timeline
Teacher, Anoka-Hennepin School District
Anoka, MN
01.2006 - Current
Paraprofessional, Anoka-Hennepin School District
Anoka, MN
09.2004 - 06.2005
Master of Arts - Instruction
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Certification - Elementary Education K-6
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Certification - Communication Arts/Literature 5-8
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts - English
Gustavus Adolphus College