Amanda Cook
Wichita Falls,TX
Summary
Skilled general Education teacher highly effective at working with administrators to develop strong curriculum and lesson plans. Goal-driven and proactive educator. Background includes working with 2nd to 8th grade students on language skills. Excellent recordkeeper, organizer and problem-solver. Experienced elementary school educator proficient in language arts. Demonstrated skills in spelling, grammar and verbal communication principles. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Trained in NASOT, Capturing Kids Hearts, Amplify curriculum and Google 1 and 2 certified.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade ELA Teacher
Wichita Falls ISD
07.2023 - Current
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Promoted growth mindset in students by setting high expectations and providing support for individual academic goals.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, enhancing students'' understanding of connection between subjects.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on teaching strategies and best practices for EA education.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents, fostering open communication about student progress and achievements.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Manage up to class sizes of 40 students when school is short staffed.
Middle School Journalism Teacher
Wichita Falls ISD
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Planned and incorporated instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment and technology to exhibit understanding of student learning styles.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through use of multimedia presentations and guest speakers from journalism industry.
- Handle money and fundraising for school organizations greater than 5000 dollars.
Middle School Teacher
Wichita Falls ISD
07.2019 - 10.2022
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating diverse literature into lesson plans.
- Implemented creative assessment tools to measure student understanding and growth throughout academic year accurately.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing consequences when necessary.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment. Maintained classroom discipline and modeled correct behaviors.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Utilized data-driven instructional methods to identify areas of improvement for individual students, tailoring lessons accordingly to optimize academic growth.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Developed tailored instructional materials for students of varying abilities, ensuring individualized attention and support.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Texas Women University
DentonHigh School Diploma -
Azle High School
Azle, TX05.2004
Skills
- Knowledgeable about Google
- Smartboard operation
- Student Motivation
- Test Proctoring
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Student Engagement
- Faculty Collaboration and Support
Timeline
2nd Grade ELA Teacher
Wichita Falls ISD
07.2023 - Current
Middle School Journalism Teacher
Wichita Falls ISD
10.2022 - 05.2023
Middle School Teacher
Wichita Falls ISD
07.2019 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Texas Women University
High School Diploma -
Azle High School