Amanda Lawson
Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Professional educator with nineteen years experience in elementary education. Specialized in fostering supportive and dynamic learning environment. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability ensures successful outcomes and positive student impact. Known for effective communication, patience, and passion for nurturing young minds.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Edgar Road Elementary School
07.2012 - Current
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Classroom Teacher
Confluence Academy
07.2011 - 06.2012
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
Classroom Teacher
University Academy
07.2009 - 06.2011
- Created teacher video modeling phonics instruction for elementary staff
- Developed common assessments to guide instruction
- Engaged parents with classroom website
Classroom Teacher
Derrick Thomas Academy
07.2006 - 06.2009
- Motivated students through various strategies and activities including cooperative learning, differentiation, and manipulatives
- Served as second grade lead teacher responsible for facilitating daily team planning, attending leadership meetings, and coordinating grade level celebrations
- Established positive and effective learning environments in second and fourth grade classrooms, and maintained open lines of communication with families
- Reformatted school-wide discipline plan to focus on positive behaviors
Education
Master of Science - Reading
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO12-2024
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO05-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Science
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO05-2004
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Student engagement and rapport
- Group and individual instruction
- Cultural awareness
- Data-driven instruction
- Literacy strategies
Certification
Early Childhood Education, Birth-3
Elementary Education, 1-6
Special Reading, K-12
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Edgar Road Elementary School
07.2012 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Confluence Academy
07.2011 - 06.2012
Classroom Teacher
University Academy
07.2009 - 06.2011
Classroom Teacher
Derrick Thomas Academy
07.2006 - 06.2009
Early Childhood Education, Birth-3
Elementary Education, 1-6
Special Reading, K-12
Master of Science - Reading
Northwest Missouri State University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Truman State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Science
Truman State University
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