Amanda Hanson
Esko,Minnesota
Summary
Experienced Teacher with over 9 years of experience instructing in K-6 classrooms. Enthusiastic, creative and adaptable to individual student needs. Encouraging and compassionate approach fosters positive learning environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-Sixth Grade
Winterquist Elementary
01.2018 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by classroom teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Increased students performance with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance
Long-Term Substitute, First Grade
Winterquist Elementary
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and hands-on activities during lessons
- Encouraged creativity and self-expression, empowering students to take ownership of their learning experiences
- Improved student reading skills by implementing targeted literacy interventions and one-on-one support
- Provided regular feedback on student performance, helping parents understand their child's progress and areas for growth
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to stay current on educational trends and improve teaching strategies continually
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
Long-Term Substitute, Special Ed. Grades 4th-6th
Winterquist Elementary
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter
- Promoted a growth mindset among students, encouraging perseverance in the face of challenging tasks or setbacks
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Maintained open communication with parents and guardians, discussing student's progress and addressing any concerns promptly
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
Long-term Substitute Teacher, Second Grade
Washington Elementary
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom effectively
- Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments
- Assisted in developing school-wide curriculum alignment, supporting grade-level learning objectives
- Improved student reading comprehension by implementing diverse instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs
5th and 6th Grades, Core 56 Bible Teacher
Journey Christian Church
09.2020 - Current
- Implemented variety of instructional aids, methods and materials to provide for creative teachings, helping children grow spiritually
- Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures
- Organized and labeled materials and displayed students' work by ages and perceptual skills
- Maintained youth area through providing decoration and age appropriate activities
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Winterquist Elementary
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Maintained safe teaching and learning environment with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Communicated with parents to acknowledge superior work and areas of concern through weekly newsletters and use of Seesaw
4K Sunday School Teacher
Journey Christian Church
06.2010 - Current
- Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures
- Employed variety of instructional aids, methods and materials to provide for creative teachings, helping children grow spiritually
- Maintained Sunday School area through providing decoration and literature
- Led faith-based life to provide example for students between ages 4 and 6
Kindergarten Teacher
Cloquet Public Schools, Washington Elementary
08.2007 - 06.2009
- Planned and Implemented lessons in all subject areas
- Participated in staff meetings and workshops Maintained excellent classroom management skills and ability to keep students on task
- Integrated multiple teaching styles to intensify range of learning
- Evaluated student progress and supported recommendations for further student development
- Communicated with parents to acknowledge superior work and areas of concern through weekly newsletters, and encouraged parent-volunteer assistance throughout year
- Collaborated with classroom teachers, kindergarten team, specialists, and parents on regular basis to adapt and individualize each child’s learning
Substitute Teacher
Cloquet Public Schools
01.2006 - 06.2007
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Assigned, explained and graded homework
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Duluth Public Schools
01.2006 - 06.2007
- Helped students develop life-long learning skills and good study habits
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities
- Assigned, explained and graded homework
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and record keeping
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Esko Winterquist Elementary
09.2005 - 06.2007
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Elementary Education
University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth, MN05.2005
Skills
- Disciplinary procedures
- Group and individual instruction
- Creative problem solving
- Parent communication
- Elementary education
- Relationship building and management
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Lesson implementation
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute, First Grade
Winterquist Elementary
03.2024 - 06.2024
Long-Term Substitute, Special Ed. Grades 4th-6th
Winterquist Elementary
11.2023 - 02.2024
Long-term Substitute Teacher, Second Grade
Washington Elementary
11.2022 - 06.2023
5th and 6th Grades, Core 56 Bible Teacher
Journey Christian Church
09.2020 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Winterquist Elementary
11.2018 - 02.2019
Substitute Teacher, K-Sixth Grade
Winterquist Elementary
01.2018 - Current
4K Sunday School Teacher
Journey Christian Church
06.2010 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Cloquet Public Schools, Washington Elementary
08.2007 - 06.2009
Substitute Teacher
Cloquet Public Schools
01.2006 - 06.2007
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Duluth Public Schools
01.2006 - 06.2007
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Esko Winterquist Elementary
09.2005 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Applied Science - Elementary Education
University of Minnesota Duluth
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