Amanda Byrd
Princeton
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable educator and customer service professional with experience in elementary education, leadership, retail, food service, and small business management. Strong communication, organizational, and team leadership skills with a passion for helping others succeed. Experienced in classroom instruction, mentoring, customer relations, and multitasking in fast-paced environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Princeton ISD
Princeton
08.2023 - Current
- Planned and delivered engaging lessons aligned with state standards
- Collaborated with faculty and parents to foster student growth and enhance academic achievement.
- Utilized classroom management and conflict resolution strategies effectively
- Served as Mentor Teacher during the 2025–2026 school year, supporting and guiding fellow educators.
- Developed lesson plans that engaged students and aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions that encouraged critical thinking and student collaboration.
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student understanding and progress.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional methods and share resources.
- Organized classroom activities that fostered a positive learning environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and behavior.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching practices.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
Teacher
Winnsboro ISD
Winnsboro
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Created lesson plans and instructional activities to support student learning
- Monitored student progress, providing regular updates to parents and staff to support student growth
- Collaborated with grade-level teams to identify strategies that enhanced student outcomes
- Served as Team Lead during the 2022–2023 school year, assisting with leadership and team coordination
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student understanding and progress.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Owner/ Candle Maker
Self
Winnsboro
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Established online presence via social media and website management to increase brand visibility.
- Cultivated client relationships by delivering exceptional customer service, enhancing client loyalty.
- Produced handmade candles for sale at local farmers markets
- Managed inventory, budgeting, and product presentation while engaging with customers to optimize sales.
- Developed marketing and organizational skills through independent business ownership
Cashier/ Stocker/ Customer Service
RH McCrary Co
Winnsboro
07.2006 - 01.2008
- Assisted customers with purchases and product information
- Stocked merchandise and maintained organized store displays
- Managed cashier operations and addressed customer concerns to enhance satisfaction
- Executed customer transactions with accuracy and speed to ensure a smooth shopping experience
- Managed cash register, ensuring proper change and balancing at end of shifts.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area to enhance customer experience.
- Welcomed customers and provided product information to assist in purchase decisions
- Completed tasks assigned by management to support operations.
Cook / Cashier / Waitress /Retail Assistant Manager
RH McCrary Co
Winnsboro
09.2002 - 07.2006
- Coordinated multiple tasks in fast-paced customer service environment to ensure smooth operations
- Supported scheduling and daily operations, enhancing customer satisfaction as Assistant Manager
- Prepared food and handled transactions while upholding cleanliness standards
- Prepared a variety of dishes according to standardized recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during food preparation tasks.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and ingredients used.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and procedures.
Waitress
Lake Cypress Country Club
Cypress Springs
01.2003 - 12.2003
- Delivered attentive customer service in a fast-paced dining environment
- Delivered food and beverages promptly while ensuring order accuracy.
- Demonstrated professionalism and maintained efficiency during peak service hours
- Assisted with menu recommendations based on customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas throughout shifts.
- Built rapport with regular customers through engaging conversations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Texas A&M University Texarkana
Texarkana, TX12-2009
High School Diploma -
Winnsboro High School
Winnsboro, TX05-2003
Some College (No Degree) - School Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Leadership and team management
- Classroom management
- Communication skills
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Decision making
- Basic Computer Skills
- Team collaboration
- Retail and cash handling
- Quick thinking and problem solving
- Knowledge of basic tools
- Lesson planning
- Educational collaboration
- Social-emotional learning
- Behavior management
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Psychology and student support knowledge
- Positive role model and mentor
Timeline
Teacher
Princeton ISD
08.2023 - Current
Teacher
Winnsboro ISD
08.2021 - 05.2023
Owner/ Candle Maker
Self
09.2020 - 04.2021
Cashier/ Stocker/ Customer Service
RH McCrary Co
07.2006 - 01.2008
Waitress
Lake Cypress Country Club
01.2003 - 12.2003
Cook / Cashier / Waitress /Retail Assistant Manager
RH McCrary Co
09.2002 - 07.2006
Bachelor of Science - Education
Texas A&M University Texarkana
High School Diploma -
Winnsboro High School
Some College (No Degree) - School Psychology
Grand Canyon University