Amanda Gilman

• Served on school committee for STEM curriculum development.
• Spearheaded initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion within the organization, fostering a positive work environment for all employees.
• Designed course materials and supported implementation.
• Coaches teachers on STEM initiatives and instructional best practices in the STEM areas and assists them in understanding the integrated relationship of the STEM components.
• Organized, implemented, and supervised all aspects of the K-5 STEM instructional program to ensure each student meets and exceeds instructional goals of the district.
• Assisted in improvement of the instructional program through regular cycles of classroom observation, feedback, demonstration, and staff training, in conjunction with other departments.
• Helps organize, develop, and coordinative special STEM events and activities.
• Utilized multiple data sources and continuous quality improvement efforts to drive program area decisions and support related to curriculum and instruction.
• Communicated district curriculum, instructional practices, district accomplishments, and goals to all stakeholders.
• Managed and directed the elementary K-5 annual STEM budget in a fiscally responsible manner that supports the initiatives, priorities and goals of the department, division, and district.

• Facilitate and lead weekly team meetings to discuss curriculum, student progress, and team goals.
• Coordinate with administration to ensure the alignment of team objectives with school-wide initiatives.
• Serve as a liaison between the 5th grade team and the school administration.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and implement cohesive and effective curriculum plans.
• Ensure that instructional strategies are consistent across the 5th grade and meet district and state standards.
• Support teachers in integrating technology and innovative teaching methods into their classrooms.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Managed the 5th grade budget in a fiscally responsible manner that supports the initiatives, priorities and goals of the department, division, and district.

• Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
• Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
• Improved classroom management by implementing restorative practice strategies and setting clear expectations.
• Use positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS) to manage student behavior and promote a positive classroom culture.
• Increased overall class participation by creating an inclusive environment that valued all students'' opinions and ideas.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods and instructional materials to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
• Integrate technology and hands-on activities to enhance student learning and engagement.

Organized, implemented, and supervised all aspects of the K-5 Humanities instructional program (English Language Arts and Social Studies) to ensure each student meets and exceeds instructional goals of the district.

Assisted in improvement of the instructional program through regular cycles of classroom observation, feedback, demonstration, and staff training, in conjunction with other departments.

Utilized multiple data sources and continuous quality improvement efforts to drive program area decisions and support related to curriculum and instruction.

Communicated district curriculum, instructional practices, district accomplishments, and goals to all stakeholders.

Managed and directed the elementary K-5 annual budget in a fiscally responsible manner that supports the initiatives, priorities and goals of the department, division, and district.

Organizes ordering and delivery of classroom resources/ supplies for K-5 classroom teachers.

Determine, plan, and implement professional development K­-5 focused on best practices in English Language Arts and Social Studies.

Develop and implement RTII/MTSS frameworks and procedures.

• Utilize data to inform instruction and intervention decisions.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and intervention outcomes.
• Collaborates with K-8 building staff to integrate research‐based interventions for academically and behaviorally at‐risk students unresponsive to Tier 1 classroom instruction.
• Provide training and support to staff on RTII/MTSS processes and intervention strategies.
• Observed students in the instructional environment and helped teachers identify appropriate intervention strategies.
• Facilitate meetings in which building grade level teams meet to determine and monitor student placement in/growth during teaching of core curriculum.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress and intervention strategies.