Amanda Manard
5th Grade Teacher
Thomasville,GA
Summary
Hard-working professional with a proven knowledge of classroom management, instructional techniques, and student assessment. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs and interests. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Aiming to utilize my skills to successfully fill the ESOL teacher role.
Overview
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Certification
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years of post-secondary education
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years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Thomas County Middle School
Thomasville, GA
08.2018 - Current
- Implemented clear classroom management procedures and expectations to ensure student engagement and success. Through a positive and safe classroom environment, built positive relationships with students.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests. Adapted lessons according to students' varying needs and interests.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations. Collaborated with other 5th grade ELA teachers to best meet the needs of our students, through assessments and activities in our instruction.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process. Met and communicated with parents, discussing their child's progress, strengths, and areas for improvement.
- Prepared students for 6th grade and boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals, providing realistic support, and by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities.
- Taught individual and group lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Organized data for Tier 2 and Tier 3 students for behavior and academic areas. Made recommendations to interventionists based on data collected throughout the year.
- Coordinated Backpack Buddies program at the middle school, collaborating with co-workers to identify students who would benefit from the program.
- Translated for the translation team when needed, including documents, conferences/IEP meetings, and conversations face-to-face or over the phone.
1st Grade Teacher
S.L. Mason Elementary School
Valdosta, GA
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Provided a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
- Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Collaborated with other 1st grade teachers to adjust our lesson plans as needed to best meet the needs of our students.
- Organized and led activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process. Met and communicated with parents, discussing their child's progress, strengths, and areas for improvement.
- Implemented clear classroom management procedures and expectations to ensure student engagement and success. Through a positive and safe classroom environment, built positive relationships with students.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Spanish
Berry College
Mt. Berry, GA 08.2013 - 05.2017
Skills
Relationship building
undefinedAccomplishments
- Earned Level 1 and Level 2 Google Certifications.
Certification
ESOL Endorsement and T4 Teaching Certificate
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Thomas County Middle School
08.2018 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
S.L. Mason Elementary School
08.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Spanish
Berry College
08.2013 - 05.2017
ESOL Endorsement and T4 Teaching Certificate
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