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, OR12.2025
M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction - Reading Specialist
Concordia University, Portland
Portland, OR01.2017
B.S. - Early Childhood/Elementary Education
Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR06-2013
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