Amanda Cloninger
Marshall,TX
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy Skills as well as, social and learning skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Jefferson Elementary School District
08.2024 - Current
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials, catering to individual learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for improved focus and productivity.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education and fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Boosted student engagement by creating a positive classroom environment that fostered collaboration and respect.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends, enhancing instructional techniques accordingly.
5th Grade RLA Teacher
Jefferson Junior High School
11.2023 - 05.2024
- .Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
5th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Jefferson Junior High School
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Created educational experiences that gave each student opportunities to develop in personal-social adjustment, decision-making, positive self-image and other life skills.
- Used proven social studies teaching techniques and materials, implemented established curriculum goals and objectives and deployed materials that motivated learners.
5th Grade RLA Teacher
Jefferson Junior High School
08.2017 - 05.2022
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
5th Grade Writing Teacher
Jefferson Junior High School
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected literacy concepts to other subject areas for deeper understanding.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
David Crockett Elementary
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Supported diverse learners by differentiating instruction to meet individual needs.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
East Texas Baptist University
Marshall, TX05-2012
Skills
- Peer collaboration
- Growth mindset
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Collaborative learning
- Individualized learning
- Reading comprehension strategies
- Writing instruction
- Classroom management
- Gifted and Talented, 30 Hours
- Yearly Gifted and Talented 6 hour update
Certification
- Generalist EC-6th Grade
Timeline
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Jefferson Elementary School District
08.2024 - Current
5th Grade RLA Teacher
Jefferson Junior High School
11.2023 - 05.2024
5th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Jefferson Junior High School
08.2022 - 11.2023
5th Grade RLA Teacher
Jefferson Junior High School
08.2017 - 05.2022
5th Grade Writing Teacher
Jefferson Junior High School
08.2015 - 05.2017
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
David Crockett Elementary
08.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
East Texas Baptist University
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