Amanda McKee
Laurel Hill,FL
Summary
Motivated teacher with 13 years of experience. Detail-oriented planner with talent for developing individualized lesson plans and cultivating classroom atmospheres of positivity and progress. Committed to comprehensive student growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Mossy Head School
08.2023 - Current
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in classroom environment.
- As PLC Facilitator guided colleagues to use diverse teaching materials and motivational approaches to reduce learning gaps and instruct students.
VPK Teacher
The WISE Center Programs
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted and supervised 20 or more children through entire school day.
- Wrote Individualized Education Plans for ESE students based on their individualized needs and evaluation results
- Completed Entry and EXIT Child Outcome Surveys
- Collaborated with colleagues to design lessons that support Florida Standards and align with school improvement plan
- Analyzed student data from assessments and revised/differentiated lesson plans based on student data
- Maintained positive classroom that fostered teacher/student relationships.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
3rd Grade Teacher
West Defuniak Elementary
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Same responsibilities as above.
Kindergarten Teacher
West Defuniak Elementary
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Same responsibilities as above.
Lead Digital Teacher
West Defuniak Elementary
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Facilitated learning on digital curriculum and tools at school
- Supported new teachers in use of instructional technology
- Participated in development of School Improvement Plan
- Shared information about digital learning tools, applications, or strategies.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
3rd Grade Teacher
West Defuniak Elementary
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Same responsibilities as above
- Professional Learning Facilitator for Third Grade PLC (1 year)
2nd Grade Teacher
West Defuniak Elementary
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Same responsibilities as above.
Kindergarten Teacher
West Defuniak Elementary
12.2010 - 06.2015
- Same responsibilities as above
- Professional Learning Facilitator for Kindergarten grade level PLC (1 year)
- Grade Level Chair (2 years)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL12.2010
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Early Childhood Development
- Student needs assessment
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Dependable and Responsible
- Organization and Planning Skills
- Student Motivation
Certification
- Elementary Education K-6
- ESE K-12
- ESOL Endorsement
- Reading Endorsement
References
- Jaime Mitchell, Coordinator- Curriculum & Instruction, 145 Park Street, Defuniak Springs, FL, 32422, (850) 892-1100 Ext: 1514
- Hope Allen, Assistant Principal, 815 Lincoln Ave., Defuniak Springs, FL, 32433, (850) 892-1250
- Tammy Cosson, Instructional Curriculum, 815 Lincoln Ave., Defuniak Springs, FL, 32433, (850) 892-1250
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Mossy Head School
08.2023 - Current
VPK Teacher
The WISE Center Programs
08.2022 - 06.2023
3rd Grade Teacher
West Defuniak Elementary
08.2021 - 06.2022
Kindergarten Teacher
West Defuniak Elementary
08.2018 - 06.2021
3rd Grade Teacher
West Defuniak Elementary
08.2016 - 06.2018
Lead Digital Teacher
West Defuniak Elementary
07.2016 - 07.2018
2nd Grade Teacher
West Defuniak Elementary
08.2015 - 06.2016
Kindergarten Teacher
West Defuniak Elementary
12.2010 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida State University