Amanda Chaney

As an ELA teacher I:

• Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
• Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
• Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
• Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
• Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
• Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
• Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
• Provided a safe learning environment for all learners.
• Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.

As ELA Department Head I:

• Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
• Facilitated monthly department meetings to provide input to colleagues about curriculum, student achievement, and improvement.
• Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
• Built smooth and productive working relations that positively impacted department operations.
• Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
• Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
• Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
• Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
• Am skilled at working independently and with a collaborative team.
• Am self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

As an ELA Teacher I:

• Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
• Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
• Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
• Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
• Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
• Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
• Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score.
• Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
• Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.