Amanda Day
Educational Technician III
Portland,ME
Summary
Highly-motivated instructor with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively in a supportive classroom role. Notable leadership skills and ability to work independently.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Tech III
Portland Public Schools
Portland, ME
10.2022 - Current
- Provide guidance and one-on-one support to help students with special needs reach their educational goals.
- Offer students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Utilize various instructional strategies including visual aids, songs, games, and cooperative learning activities to engage students in the learning process.
- Identify early signs of emotional, developmental, and health delays in students.
- Act as substitute classroom teacher when needed.
Classroom Teacher
Youth and Family Outreach Summer Program
Portland, ME
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed classroom behavior by developing positive relationships with students while enforcing rules fairly and consistently.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through inquiry-based activities and discussions.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Organized field trips to enhance the educational experience for students.
Private Music Instructor
Studio of Amanda Day
Portland, ME
06.2000 - 06.2018
- Taught private piano and vocal music training lessons.
- Taught music theory, technique, ear training, sight singing and performance skills to students of all ages.
- Participated in music festivals or competitions as an adjudicator when needed.
- Aided students in preparations for auditions for diverse institutions and music programs.
Education
Master of Arts - Music, Summa Cum Laude
University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME05-2007
Master of Arts - Music
University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME05-2000
Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Social Perceptiveness
Certification
- Educational Technician III Certification 2022
- CPR Certification 2023
- Basic Water Safety Course (Safety Educators of Maine) 2023
- Certificate of Attendance Maine Suicide Prevention Program's Suicide Prevention Awareness Session 2023
Languages
French
Professional
Accomplishments
- Awarded Graduate Teaching Assistant 2005-2007
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Youth and Family Outreach Summer Program
06.2023 - 08.2023
Special Education Tech III
Portland Public Schools
10.2022 - Current
Private Music Instructor
Studio of Amanda Day
06.2000 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Music, Summa Cum Laude
University of Southern Maine
Master of Arts - Music
University of Southern Maine