High-energy student finalizing my degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education and desiring training opportunity focused on advancing classroom abilities and building career foundation. Enthusiastic about pursuing new avenues of learning, growing professionally and building upon acquired skills. Well-organized and ready to support all students in developing full potential.
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Amanda McQuinn
Bryan,TX
Summary
Overview
1
year of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Mary Branch Elementary
Year Long Resident
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Increased students'' critical thinking skills through the implementation of group projects and problem-solving exercises.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Education
Sam Houston State UniversityHuntsville, TX
Bachelor of Science from Education EC-6;Special Education
05.2024
University Overview
Skills
- Special Education
- Peer Collaboration
- Individualized Learning
- Project-based learning
- Visual Aids Creation
- Group Instruction
- Lesson Plan Development
- Notetaking
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individualized support
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- PLT Continuing Professional Education Training - 6 hours
- Core Subjects EC-6 (391)
- Science of Teaching Reading (293)
- Special Education EC-12 (161)
- English as a Second Language Supplemental (154)
- Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC-12 (160)
(Approved to complete exam as soon as possible)
Timeline
Year Long Resident
Mary Branch Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Sam Houston State University
Bachelor of Science from Education EC-6;Special Education
- PLT Continuing Professional Education Training - 6 hours
- Core Subjects EC-6 (391)
- Science of Teaching Reading (293)
- Special Education EC-12 (161)
- English as a Second Language Supplemental (154)
- Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC-12 (160)
(Approved to complete exam as soon as possible)
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