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AMANDA ERICKSON

GILBERT,AZ

Summary

Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

4th Grade Teacher

Candeo Schools
08.2015 - 05.2019
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.

21st Century Co-Coordinator

Isaac School District
08.2014 - 05.2015
  • Oversee the implementation of the 21st Century Grant to include designing program to meet academic needs, supervising temporary employees, managing budget, attending meetings, evaluating student data and completing required reports
  • Work with District staff, community partners, and other constituents to ensure the programs are meeting the objectives of the 21st Century Grant.

Third and Fourth Grade Teacher

Isaac Elementary School District - Pueblo Del Sol Elementary School
08.2012 - 05.2015
  • Taught up to 30 students in a whole class setting, as well as in small groups, and one on one instruction
  • Designed lesson plans using different techniques and strategies to meet the needs of my students
  • Incorporated technology in everyday lessons including Smartboards, Ipads, and Chromebooks
  • Provided before and after school tutoring for struggling students
  • Worked closely with Special Education Teacher as well as School Counselor
  • Evaluated 4 times throughout the year by MCESA and was scored an 'Effective Teacher'
  • Received the highest 4th Grade Science AIMS Test scores in the district in my first year of teaching.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ

Skills

  • Creative lesson planning
  • Kind and empathetic educator
  • Positive and encouraging
  • Self-motivated
  • File Management
  • Proofreading
  • Professional and Mature

Timeline

4th Grade Teacher

Candeo Schools
08.2015 - 05.2019

21st Century Co-Coordinator

Isaac School District
08.2014 - 05.2015

Third and Fourth Grade Teacher

Isaac Elementary School District - Pueblo Del Sol Elementary School
08.2012 - 05.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Arizona
AMANDA ERICKSON