Amanda DeWeerd
Lenexa
Summary
Experienced and dedicated educator with over twenty years of teaching experience and a strong foundation in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Proven ability to design and deliver inclusive, technology-enhanced instruction that supports diverse learning styles. Adept at integrating digital tools and platforms to create engaging, interactive learning environments. Skilled in developing instructional materials, facilitating professional development, and aligning learning strategies with organizational goals. Recognized for effective communication, organizational strengths, and adaptability in dynamic settings. Now seeking to transition into an instructional technology role where expertise in education, technology integration, and training can support innovative learning solutions and drive digital transformation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
Shawnee Mission School District
08.2015 - Current
- Developed data-driven instructional strategies to address individual student needs and improve academic outcomes.
- Student Council advisor
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, integrating cross-curricular concepts into lesson plans for a more comprehensive learning experience.
- Consistently achieved outstanding student outcomes, with students testing in the top 3 across the district, reflecting strong instructional design and data-driven teaching practices.
Children's Ministry Coordinator
Lenexa Baptist Church
09.2006 - 06.2012
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
- Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
- Adapted classroom plans to support needs of children with special learning requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Instructional Technology
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Children's Ministry
Calvary University
Kansas City05-2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Faith Baptist Bible College
Ankeny, IASkills
- Effective Parent-Teacher Communication
- Promote active learning, teamwork, and collaborative learning strategies
- Collaboration between students and community
- Known for vertical and cross-curricular teamwork and collaboration
- Highly skilled in Learning Management Systems (Skyward and Canvas)
- Hands-On Learning Implementation
Certification
- English for Speakers of Other Languages Endorsement K-12 (2015)
- Kansas Elementary Education Endorsement K-6 (2015)
Timeline
6th Grade Teacher
Shawnee Mission School District
08.2015 - Current
Children's Ministry Coordinator
Lenexa Baptist Church
09.2006 - 06.2012
Master of Science - Instructional Technology
Fort Hays State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Fort Hays State University
Bachelor of Science - Children's Ministry
Calvary University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Faith Baptist Bible College
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