Amanda McNamara
Mahopac,NY
Summary
Dynamic educator with proven expertise in classroom management and differentiated instruction, honed at Yonkers Charter School of Educational Excellence. Excelled in creating engaging curricula and fostering family involvement, achieving significant improvements in student engagement and learning outcomes. Skilled in program development and student rapport, demonstrating a confident approach to education and team building.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Yonkers Charter School of Educational Excellence
Yonkers , New York
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that maximized student engagement.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
- Assessed student progress through formal and informal assessments.
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Monitored student behavior both in the classroom and during field trips.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans in line with state curriculum standards.
- Encouraged positive behavior through rewards and recognition systems.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development projects.
- Organized and maintained a classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Partnered with parents to maintain open communication, advise on available resources and build parental abilities necessary for student support.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
Girls Varsity Volleyball Coach, Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball Coach, Girls Modified Basketball Coach, Girls Varsity Softball Coach
Alexander Hamilton High School
Elmsford, NY
01.2014 - Current
- Designed and executed practice drills to improve player agility, strength, and game intelligence.
- Analyzed player performance during games and practices to identify areas of improvement.
- Managed assistant coaches and support staff to ensure a cohesive and effective coaching strategy.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Advocated for student-athlete academic success and balanced scheduling between sports and studies.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Organized and managed game day operations including pre-game warm-ups, line-ups, and post-game wrap up activities.
General Education Teacher- 3rd Grade - ICT
P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers School
Bronx, NY
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed daily math instruction for 50 students.
- Craft diverse and captivating lessons aimed at enriching student engagement.
- Implemented varied assessment techniques to create Response to Intervention group structures.
- Implement behavior management plans enhancing accountability at home, school and social environments.
Curriculum Mapping - Fourth Grade
P.S. 57 Crescent School
Bronx, NY
09.2017 - 06.2022
- Incorporated targeted interventions within units to enhance learning outcomes.
- Detected student learning disparities, leading to stronger curriculum alignment for fourth graders.
- Crafted supplementary learning experiences utilizing Teacher College Reading and Writing Workshop strategies.
General Education Teacher - Fourth Grade - ICT
P.S. 57 Crescent School
Bronx, NY
01.2017 - 06.2022
- Create engaging, differentiated, interactive lessons to ensure greater learning experiences
- Lead Brain Power Workshops for colleagues to establish the benefit and practice of mind breaks
- Apply formative and summative assessments to establish Response to Intervention groupings
- Maintain anecdotal records and work with families to implement behavior management plans to implement responsibility at home, school and social settings
Education
B.S - Behavioral Science
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, N.Y.M.A. - Early Childhood Education
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, N.Y.Skills
- Program development
- Classroom management
- Team building
- Family involvement
- Conflict resolution
- Differentiated instruction
- Student rapport
- Social-emotional learning training
- Data-driven instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
Certification
Childhood Education (grades 1-6), 01/01/14, New York State, Professional
References
- Robert Pollok, (845) 216-0381
- Kristy Paolucci, (914) 755-9460
- Jo-Ann Leis, (914) 837-5505
Coaching Experience
- Girls Varsity Volleyball Coach, Alexander Hamilton High School, Elmsford, NY, 01/01/14, Present
- Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball Coach, Alexander Hamilton High School, Elmsford, NY, 01/01/14, Present
- Girls Modified Basketball Coach, Alexander Hamilton High School, Elmsford, NY, 01/01/14, Present
- Girls Varsity Softball Coach, Alexander Hamilton High School, Elmsford, NY, 01/01/14, Present
- Junior Varsity Softball Coach, Leffell School, Hartsdale, NY, 01/01/17, 12/31/22
- Varsity Assistant Coach, Leffell School, Hartsdale, NY, 01/01/17, 12/31/22
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher
Yonkers Charter School of Educational Excellence
08.2023 - Current
General Education Teacher- 3rd Grade - ICT
P.S. 96 Richard Rodgers School
09.2022 - 08.2024
Curriculum Mapping - Fourth Grade
P.S. 57 Crescent School
09.2017 - 06.2022
General Education Teacher - Fourth Grade - ICT
P.S. 57 Crescent School
01.2017 - 06.2022
Girls Varsity Volleyball Coach, Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball Coach, Girls Modified Basketball Coach, Girls Varsity Softball Coach
Alexander Hamilton High School
01.2014 - Current
Childhood Education (grades 1-6), 01/01/14, New York State, Professional
B.S - Behavioral Science
Mercy College
M.A. - Early Childhood Education
Mercy College
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