Amanda Pettit
Morganton
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Burke County Public Schools, excelling in differentiated instruction and fostering strong relationships. Enhanced student engagement through innovative teaching methods and effective classroom management. Committed to continuous improvement and collaboration, ensuring all students achieve their academic potential while promoting a supportive learning environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Burke County Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Teacher
Caldwell County Schools
08.1999 - 06.2018
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Education
Elementary Education
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05-1999
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Classroom instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group instruction
- Data-driven instruction
- Instructional best practices
- Problem-solving skills
- Educational planning
Certification
National Board Certified Teaching Certificate
Timeline
Teacher
Burke County Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Teacher
Caldwell County Schools
08.1999 - 06.2018
Elementary Education
Appalachian State University
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