Amanda Planeta
Athens
Summary
Dedicated Administrator with strengths in curriculum planning, development and data-driven interventions. Committed to growing teachers and students by building relationships and providing ample support.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Eustace Middle School
07.2023 - Current
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments to develop interdisciplinary curricula for a more holistic educational experience.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
Assistant Principal
Eustace Middle School
06.2018 - 07.2023
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Led school-wide initiatives focused on increasing attendance rates and credit recovery.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Conducted regular safety drills, maintaining a secure environment for students and staff members alike.
Algebra 1/ Statistics Teacher/Dean of Students
Eustace High School
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Handled student discipline and parent communications
- Assigned ISS and attended DAEP Placement Hearings
- Raised the Special Education EOC scores by collecting and evaluating data to restructure curriculum
- Developed a new tutorial schedule to accommodate 'Flex Lunch', for teachers and students.
- Coached Cheerleading
Algebra II/ Trigonometry/ Geometry Teacher
Verrado High School
07.2012 - 05.2015
- Trained teachers, district wide, to use and incorporate technology into their classroom.
- Incorporated technology and PBL in to classroom lessons and activities.
- Wrote and received a grant for 20 TI-84C calculators for my classroom.
- Coached Cheerleading
Algebra 1/ Geometry/ Math Models Teacher
Global High School
08.2011 - 06.2012
- One of three teachers chosen to participate in the Texas Institutes Program.
- Incorporated technology into classroom lessons and activities.
- Trained to incorporate 'Project Based Learning' into my classroom.
- Integrated the new Texas Standards into the curriculum.
7th Grade Math/Algebra 1 Teacher
Italy ISD
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Coached Cheerleading
Education
Masters of Education in Educational Administration -
University of Texas A&M
Commerce, TX12.2017
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics -
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05.2010
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Teacher Mentoring
- Student Achievement
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Teacher Evaluations
- Curriculum Evaluation
- Testing Organization
- Proficient in Cambium, Test Hound, DMAC, & Skyward
references
- Shelby Teague, Principal at Kemp Intermediate, 903.340.9733
- Robin Rowland, Curriculum Specialist for Mabank ISD, 214.762.9054
Timeline
Principal
Eustace Middle School
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal
Eustace Middle School
06.2018 - 07.2023
Algebra 1/ Statistics Teacher/Dean of Students
Eustace High School
08.2015 - 06.2018
Algebra II/ Trigonometry/ Geometry Teacher
Verrado High School
07.2012 - 05.2015
Algebra 1/ Geometry/ Math Models Teacher
Global High School
08.2011 - 06.2012
7th Grade Math/Algebra 1 Teacher
Italy ISD
08.2010 - 07.2011
Masters of Education in Educational Administration -
University of Texas A&M
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics -
University of North Texas
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