Amanda Cerda
Port Orange
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Teacher, Grades K-2
Volusia County Schools
Sugar Mill Elementary, Port Orange
2016 - Current
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities
- Served on school committees: Elementary Bell Schedule
- Served as a member of the School Leadership Team
- Collaborated with colleagues across the district at part of the Volusia Leads team
- Futures Mini-Grant Recipient several years to enhance educational opportunities for students
- Cognitively Guided Instruction first class team member in partnership with FSU
Elementary Teacher, Grades K and 4th
Volusia County Schools
Cypress Creek Elementary
01.2012 - 2016
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching techniques and technology integration.
- Engaged with parents and community stakeholders to promote student success and well-being.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Demonstration teacher for Thinking Math strategies
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction
Western Governors University
Utah01-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8)
Western Governors University
Utah01-2011
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Clear public speaking skills
- Reporting and documentation
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Excellent classroom management
- Family involvement
- Data analysis
- Team building
- Verbal and written communication
- Community involvement
Accomplishments
- Named "Teacher of the Year" at Sugar Mill Elementary in 2027.
- Student Mentor - Volunteered as a student mentor to students struggling academically or socially.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
Certification
- Elementary Education, K-6, Florida
- ESOL Endorsed
- Reading Endorsed
- Academic Coach Qualified
Timeline
Elementary Teacher, Grades K and 4th
Volusia County Schools
01.2012 - 2016
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8)
Western Governors University
Elementary Teacher, Grades K-2
Volusia County Schools
2016 - Current
Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction
Western Governors University