Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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Amanda Ceccarelli

Folsom,CA

Summary

Dynamic educator with experience in Intensive Needs at FCUSD, specializing in IEP implementation and behavior management. Proven ability to foster strong relationships with students and families while delivering multi-sensory lessons. Adaptable and collaborative, I consistently create engaging learning environments that enhance student self-esteem and academic growth. Creates and maintains a positive work environment in the classroom between teacher, paraeducators, parents, and students.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intensive SDC Teacher K-2

FCUSD
07.2023 - Current
  • Planned and implemented lessons to support students' academic growth, relevant to the needs of the students.
  • Write IEPs, and conduct IEP meetings.
  • Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
  • Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues through open communication channels.
  • Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
  • Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.

Substitute Teacher

FCUSD
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Placed in a variety of different classrooms, executing lesson plans, and necessary assignments.
  • Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.

Schoolage Teacher and Van Driver

Kids Inc.
Folsom
01.2017 - 08.2022
  • Designing activities for a variety of ages, while handling conflicts and providing a warm, nurturing environment.
  • Build relationships with children and families while communicating necessary information with the parents.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.

Rotating Coordinator

Lakeside Church
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Placed in a room to lead volunteers and children through the services, including worship, Bible stories, crafts, and snacks.
  • Building relationships with the families and the children.

Education

Master of Science - Kinesiology

William Jessup University
Rocklin
04.2023

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Bible and Theology, Youth Ministry

William Jessup University
Rocklin
12.2019

Teaching Credential - Extensive Needs

Yolo Solano
Davis, CA

Skills

  • IEP and BIP implementation
  • Multi-Sensory Lessons
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Behavior management
  • Team collaboration
  • Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)

Awards

  • Leadership Courses - William Jessup University - 2018-2019
  • Scholar Athlete - Women’s Soccer player with a GPA over 3.5 for many years

Affiliations

  • Middle School youth leader
  • Former Collegiate Soccer Athlete

Accomplishments

  • Excellence in Special Education Nominee, 2024
  • PLT Facilitator for 2024-2025 School Year

Certification

  • TCI Certification
  • First Aid Certification

Timeline

Intensive SDC Teacher K-2

FCUSD
07.2023 - Current

Substitute Teacher

FCUSD
08.2022 - 07.2023

Rotating Coordinator

Lakeside Church
09.2018 - 05.2019

Schoolage Teacher and Van Driver

Kids Inc.
01.2017 - 08.2022

Master of Science - Kinesiology

William Jessup University

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Bible and Theology, Youth Ministry

William Jessup University

Teaching Credential - Extensive Needs

Yolo Solano
Amanda Ceccarelli