AMANDA GODWIN
Columbus,IN
Summary
Licensed Family and Consumer Science Teacher creates long-range and daily lesson plans to implement high-quality, standards-based instruction. Creates and maintains culturally responsive educational atmosphere that encourages student learning and supports school and district programs and goals. Employs variety of techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives to meet student needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Family and Consumer Science Teacher
Columbus North- Columbus East- C4
07.2012 - Current
- Developed and implemented curriculum and daily lesson plans for Family and Consumer Sciences courses, enhancing students' practical skills in areas such as nutrition, culinary arts, and fashion.
- Implement State Academic Standards to Family and Consumer Science in daily curriculum.
- Coordinated curriculum alignment for Preparing for College and Careers across 7+ faculty members, ensuring consistency and quality of instruction at East & North.
- Instruct students in grades 9 through 12.
- Applied a wide variety of learning strategies for unique learners.
- Adopted teaching strategies implemented by the school corporation Universal Design for Learning in daily lessons.
- Promoted Habits of Mind, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students.
- Positive, Behavioral, Intervention & Supports.
- Facilitated hands-on learning experiences for students in culinary, nutrition, and personal finance topics.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for academic growth.
- Advocated for updated curriculum standards, aligning educational practices with industry developments and student needs.
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Hauser Jr./ Sr. High School
07.2005 - 07.2012
- Developed curriculum and prepared daily lesson plans for Family and Consumer Sciences courses, enhancing student engagement and understanding in Nutrition and Wellness, Advanced Nutrition and Foods, Interpersonal Relationships, Child Development and Parenting, Orientation to Life and Careers, Fashion and Textiles Foundations, Fashion and Textiles Careers, Housing and Interior Foundations, and Junior High Family and Consumer Sciences.
- Applied State Academic Standards to daily curriculum in Family and Consumer Sciences, ensuring compliance and educational quality.
- Managed budget and procurement for Family and Consumer Sciences department, ensuring resource availability for effective course delivery.
- Conducted lessons for students in grades 7 through 12, fostering academic growth and engagement.
- Created department website to facilitate communication and access to daily assignments, discussion boards, and interactive online activities, improving student participation and learning support.
InShift and Technology Professional Development Group, Co-Chairman
Hauser Jr./ Sr. High School
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Guided staff in professional development and technology training to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Led strategic planning sessions to outline educational goals and initiatives.
- Coordinated meeting logistics and developed agendas to ensure effective discussions and outcomes.
- Facilitated communication between staff, students, and parents for effective collaboration.
- Organized school events to enhance community engagement and participation.
- Facilitated regular meetings to align administrative goals with educational outcomes
- Promoted diversity and inclusion within the organization by implementing policies aimed at creating an equitable and inclusive work environment.
Career Awareness Professional Development Group, Committee Chairman
Hauser Jr./ Sr. High School
08.2009 - 05.2012
- Secured Hawcreek-Flat Rock Area Endowment grant for school-wide career education software.
- Implemented and managed career education software program enhancing student engagement.
- Drafted grant proposal securing funding for career education software.
- Mentored staff members to foster professional growth and improve teaching methodologies.
Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), Advisor
Hauser Jr./ Sr. High School
08.2006 - 05.2012
- Coordinated largest student extracurricular program from 2010-2012, fostering student engagement and participation.
- Developed and implemented curriculum for school-wide awareness campaigns on Red Ribbon Week, dating and domestic violence, safe spring break, National Kick Butts Day, and suicide prevention week.
- Supported organization of mock crash event for Prom Promise week, engaging students in critical safety discussions.
- Organized fundraising dances for Red Ribbon Week, generating support and awareness for substance abuse prevention.
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Central Middle School
07.2004 - 06.2005
- Taught middle school Family and Consumer Sciences to students grade seven and eight.
- Utilized data management software to monitor student progress and grades, facilitating targeted interventions for academic improvement.
- Modified Synergy curriculum to align with individualized education plans, enhancing accessibility for diverse learners.
- Trained and used Synergy computer modules as classroom curriculum.
- Participated in a new teacher mentor program.
- Supported staff in supervising track and field meets, ensuring safe and organized events for student participation.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive curriculum for family and consumer sciences courses.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary approaches into lesson plans.
Education
Certificate - Director of Career and Technical Education
Ball State University
Muncie05-2019
Masters of Art - Career and Technical Education
Ball State University
Muncie05-2011
Bachelors of Science - Family and Consumer Sciences Education
Indiana State University
Terre Haute05-2004
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Nutrition education
- Food safety education
- Food safety
- Textile science
- Student engagement
Timeline
Family and Consumer Science Teacher
Columbus North- Columbus East- C4
07.2012 - Current
InShift and Technology Professional Development Group, Co-Chairman
Hauser Jr./ Sr. High School
08.2011 - 05.2012
Career Awareness Professional Development Group, Committee Chairman
Hauser Jr./ Sr. High School
08.2009 - 05.2012
Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), Advisor
Hauser Jr./ Sr. High School
08.2006 - 05.2012
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Hauser Jr./ Sr. High School
07.2005 - 07.2012
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Central Middle School
07.2004 - 06.2005
Masters of Art - Career and Technical Education
Ball State University
Bachelors of Science - Family and Consumer Sciences Education
Indiana State University
Certificate - Director of Career and Technical Education
Ball State University
Professional Organizations
- Bartholomew County Extension Homemakers, 12/09, Current, County President, 08/15, 05/17, Chapter: Home Hectics- President, Secretary, 01/10, 05/12, Developed meeting lessons., Attended district area meeting., Organized the 'Let's Make a Pie' Contest at the county fair., Hosted at the Bartholomew county Fair.
- Indiana Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (INAFCS), 08/02, Current, District I/9 President, 08/08, 05/10, Indiana State University Chapter of INAFCS Secretary, 08/02, 05/03
- Sigma Kappa Sorority, 09/97, Current, Alumni member, 01/02, Current, Collegiate active member, 09/97, 05/02, Offices held while collegiate active member include corresponding secretary, philanthropy chair, foundation chair, recruitment party chair, social chair, and vice president of new member education.