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AMANDA Miller

Grants Pass

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Kids Unlimited Academy, specializing in instructional leadership and MTSS implementation. Expert in data-driven systems and fostering family engagement, I have successfully mentored staff and enhanced equity in student outcomes through innovative intervention planning and culturally responsive practices.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MTSS Coordinator / 5th Grade Teacher

Kids Unlimited Academy
Medford
07.2025 - Current
  • Led development of schoolwide literacy and MTSS systems to enhance decoding proficiency and equity in outcomes.
  • Facilitated PLCs and coached grade-level leaders to guide data-driven instruction cycles.
  • Presented to Site Council and families, strengthening home-school partnerships.
  • Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and administrative staff.

Elementary Teacher / PLC Leader

Grants Pass School District 7
Grants Pass
08.2015 - 06.2024
  • Led grade-level PLCs in analyzing assessment data and aligning interventions.
  • Mentored new teachers in evidence-based instruction and culturally responsive practices.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional practices and resources.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment to encourage student participation.

Elementary Teacher

Rogue River & Central Point Schools
Rogue River
08.2014 - 06.2015
  • Delivered differentiated literacy instruction and supported early intervention initiatives.

Education

M.S.Ed + Principal Licensure (PAL) -

Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR
12.2025

M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction - Reading Specialist

Concordia University, Portland
Portland, OR
01.2017

B.S. - Early Childhood/Elementary Education

Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR
06-2013

Skills

  • Instructional and literacy leadership
  • MTSS and tiered supports
  • Staff mentorship
  • Equity and inclusion
  • Family engagement
  • Data-driven systems
  • Trauma-informed practices
  • Intervention planning

Leadership Highlights

  • Developed equitable referral protocols to reduce bias in Tier 2 placements.
  • Designed professional learning on decoding instruction aligned to state frameworks.
  • Led DIBELS data cycles and progress monitoring improvements.
  • Promoted inclusive, trauma-informed culture through leadership committee work.

Certification

Oregon Principal Administrator License, Oregon Professional Teaching License, Reading Specialist Endorsement

Timeline

MTSS Coordinator / 5th Grade Teacher

Kids Unlimited Academy
07.2025 - Current

Elementary Teacher / PLC Leader

Grants Pass School District 7
08.2015 - 06.2024

Elementary Teacher

Rogue River & Central Point Schools
08.2014 - 06.2015

M.S.Ed + Principal Licensure (PAL) -

Southern Oregon University

M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction - Reading Specialist

Concordia University, Portland

B.S. - Early Childhood/Elementary Education

Southern Oregon University