Amanda Kraemer
Lakeville,MN
Summary
Enthusiastic elementary educator seeking a career with a dynamic district that embraces a culture of distinguished learning and professional development. Excited to provide an inspiring learning experience to students.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Elementary Teacher
Lakeville Area Public Schools
Lakeville, MN
08.2024 - Current
- Built positive rapport with students, staff, and families to foster a collaborative and supportive school community.
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with Minnesota state standards.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the diverse academic, social, and emotional needs of all learners.
- Administered formative and summative assessments to monitor student growth and inform instruction.
- Analyzed student data to develop targeted MNMTSS (W.I.N.) intervention and enrichment groups using FastBridge.
- Established and maintained a positive, inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning and student engagement.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to promote respectful, responsible behavior aligned with PBIS practices.
- Cultivated a safe, supportive learning environment where students feel valued, respected, and empowered.
- Built strong partnerships with parents and guardians through consistent weekly and daily communication and collaboration.
- Conducted biannual conferences to discuss student progress, set goals, and support continued growth.
- Participated in weekly Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and ongoing professional development to strengthen instructional practices.
- Collaborated with colleagues, administrators, and support staff to share best practices, resources, and instructional strategies.
- Reflected regularly on teaching practices and student outcomes to improve instruction and maximize student achievement.
- Advocated for students’ social and emotional development through implementation of the Character Strong program.
- Provided individualized support, encouragement, and goal-setting strategies to help students overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
Second Grade Elementary Teacher
Lakeville Area Public Schools
Lakeville, MN
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Built positive rapport with students and staff
- Created and implemented lesson plans aligned with Minnesota State Standards
- Differentiated instruction to meet the individual needs of students, including English language learners
- Administered formative and summative assessments to collect student progress data
- Analyzed data to form MNMTSS groups for enrichment and interventions (FastBridge)
- Established and maintained a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning
- Implemented classroom management strategies to promote respectful and responsible behavior using PBIS
- Created a safe and supportive learning environment for students to feel valued and respected
- Built positive relationships with parents/guardians through weekly and daily communication and collaboration
- Held parent-teacher conferences twice a year to discuss student progress and goals
- Involved parents in volunteer opportunities (Junior Great Books and Number Crunchers enrichment groups)
- Participated in weekly PLC and professional development opportunities to enhance my teaching practices
- Collaborated with colleagues, administrators, and support staff to share and learn best practices, resources, and ideas
- Reflected on teaching practices and student outcomes to improve instruction and student learning
- Advocated for student social and emotional well-being (Character Strong)
- Provided individualized support and encouragement to help students overcome challenges and reach their goals
Building Substitute Teacher
Teachers On Call
Lakeville, MN
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Established and maintained safe, positive learning community within each classroom
- Implemented absent teachers' lesson plans to continue effective learning for all students
- Provided consistent communication to teachers, administrators, and support staff
- Performed other specific job-related duties as directed
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management to promote learning initiatives
- Flexible to daily changing assignments within district
- Implemented small group instruction in multiple grade levels
First Grade Elementary Teacher
Lakeville Area Public Schools
Lakeville, MN
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided a safe, welcoming online environment for all students
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
- Planned and implemented SEL lessons
- Established and maintained safe, positive learning in a virtual setting
- Participated in weekly PLC, Professional Development
- Collaborated with grade-level team, ELL specialist, and special education team to differentiate instruction based on student needs
- Utilized standards and benchmarks for planning and implementing daily instruction
- Differentiated instruction to meet needs of all students
- Virtually administered and analyzed data from MAP and DRA assessments
- Monitored and assisted students and families through an online learning platform, K12
- Provided daily and weekly communication for students and families
Licensed Substitute Teacher
District 194/Teachers On Call
Lakeville, MN
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Built positive rapport with all students and staff
- Established and maintained safe, positive learning community within each classroom
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Implemented absent teachers' lesson plans to continue effective learning for all students
- Provided consistent communication to teachers, administrators, and support staff
- Attended teacher training workshops to improve professional competence
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes
Stay At Home Parent
Self Employed
Nowthen, MN
09.2015 - 08.2018
- Spent three years parenting two young sons and provided part-time childcare to another family as a daycare provider
- Provided age-appropriate activities to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development
- Engaged in age-appropriate activities to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development
- Arranged playdates, outings, and educational experiences for my children
- Created learning opportunities through reading, storytelling, educational games, and activities
- Managed family schedules, appointments, and commitments
Fifth Grade Elementary Teacher
District 728
Elk River
02.2015 - 06.2015
- Provided a safe, welcoming environment for all students
- Utilized Responsive Classroom framework to foster students' sense of belonging and community
- Established and maintained effective classroom management strategies
- Implemented Positive Behavioral Intervention Strategies (PBIS) to promote positive behavior choices within the classroom
- Collaborated with the grade-level team, ESL specialist, and special education advisory team to differentiate instruction based on student needs
- Generated a variety of lesson plans based on Minnesota State Standards/Benchmarks to a class of 32 diverse learners
- Prepared students for statewide testing using standards-based learning
- Participated in special education team referral meetings
- Participated in professional learning communities
- Administered and analyzed data from NWEA, OLPA, MCA, and DIBELS assessments
- Fostered and maintained regular communication with families
Field Experience- Grade 4 Student Teacher
District 77
Mankato, MN
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Collaborated with mentor teacher utilizing co-teaching methodology and strategies
- Participated as a partner in developing, planning, and delivering daily curriculum
- Utilized standards and benchmarks for planning and implementing daily instruction
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students
- Administrated and analyzed Functional Behavioral Analysis (FBA) and Qualitative Reading Inventory (QRI)
- Operated within the Response to Intervention (RTI) classroom framework
- Used Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBLES) data for RTI group placement
- Integrated technology including smartboard curriculum, iPads, and Google Classroom to enhance learning
- Attended and participated in co-teaching training seminars, monthly PBIS training, weekly PLC's, RTI, and district grade level meetings
School Aged Care Program Supervisor
District 77
Mankato, MN
08.2008 - 08.2012
- Cared for Kindergarten through grade 6 students before/after school, non-school days, and summer break
- Managed 5-15 employees
- Developed daily programming
- Initiated communication with parents and provided feedback as needed
- Utilized PBIS following District 77 policies
- Attended Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training seminars
Student Teaching Grade 1 & 3
District 656
Faribault, MN
01.2012 - 03.2012
Student Teaching Kindergarten & Grade 2
District 508
Saint Peter, MN
09.2011 - 11.2011
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Mankato, MN05-2014
Skills
- Science of Reading (Read Act)
- Bridges Mathematics
- Webex, Seesaw, Google Meet & Classroom, iTutoring, iPad, Smartboard
- ENVoY Classroom Management
- Positive Behavioral Interventions Support
- Standardized Test Administration- FastBridge, NWEA, OLPA, MCA, DRA, DIBLES, NWEA, QRI
Additional Information
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
- Kindergarten Room Parent • EXCEL Tutoring Program • Regional Science Fair Judge • Summer Recreation Program • YMCA Volleyball Coach
INTERESTS
- Camping • Cooking • Reading • Cricut Design • Painting • Gardening
Timeline
Third Grade Elementary Teacher
Lakeville Area Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Second Grade Elementary Teacher
Lakeville Area Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024
Building Substitute Teacher
Teachers On Call
09.2021 - 06.2023
First Grade Elementary Teacher
Lakeville Area Public Schools
08.2020 - 06.2021
Licensed Substitute Teacher
District 194/Teachers On Call
08.2018 - 06.2020
Stay At Home Parent
Self Employed
09.2015 - 08.2018
Fifth Grade Elementary Teacher
District 728
02.2015 - 06.2015
Field Experience- Grade 4 Student Teacher
District 77
09.2013 - 05.2014
Student Teaching Grade 1 & 3
District 656
01.2012 - 03.2012
Student Teaching Kindergarten & Grade 2
District 508
09.2011 - 11.2011
School Aged Care Program Supervisor
District 77
08.2008 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
Minnesota State University - Mankato