Amanda Millis
Huron,OH
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at NPESC, excelling in differentiated instruction and relationship building. Successfully enhanced student engagement through tailored interventions and collaborative strategies with parents and educators. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment that empowers students to achieve their literacy goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Gifted Intervention Specialist
NPESC- Huron City Schools
08.2005 - 08.2025
- Developed a positive learning environment through building trusting teacher-student relationships and creating a comfortable, safe, and organized classroom.
- Collaborated with educators and families to implement effective intervention strategies for students.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and tailor interventions accordingly.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Increased student engagement through the use of differentiated instruction.
- Conducted, scored, and normed gifted assessments of students to determine areas of identification.
Intermediate Teacher- ELA/Social Studies (Grade 5)
Perkins Local School District
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
Reading Tutor
SLD Learning Center
08.2000 - 05.2004
- Developed individualized reading plans to enhance student literacy skills.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to engage varying learning styles.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored interventions.
- Collaborated with educators and parents to support literacy development goals.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a supportive learning environment that empowered them to succeed.
Education
Gifted Endorsement K-12 - Gifted Education
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH07-2006
Bachelor of Science - Education
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI05-2000
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- WEP development
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Strong collaboration skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Motivating students
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Student engagement
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Gifted Intervention Specialist
NPESC- Huron City Schools
08.2005 - 08.2025
Intermediate Teacher- ELA/Social Studies (Grade 5)
Perkins Local School District
08.2004 - 06.2005
Reading Tutor
SLD Learning Center
08.2000 - 05.2004
Gifted Endorsement K-12 - Gifted Education
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science - Education
Western Michigan University
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