Amanda Ross
Lake In The Hills,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing and implementing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Heritage Homeschool Co-op
08.2022 - Current
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
Private Tutor
Self-Employed
08.2008 - Current
- Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Attended IEP meetings and implemented current goals into tutoring sessions.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
Paraprofessional/Substitute Teacher
Community Unit District 300
10.2006 - 08.2010
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom, including ABA therapy.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Attended educational workshops to further my special education training.
Substitute Teacher
Clare Woods Academy
09.2004 - 10.2006
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Worked with special education team to learn the best strategies of how to work with children with learning differences.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Introduced to autism and ABA therapy in this position.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, English Major
National Louis University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Classroom Management
- Teacher in Multiple School Settings
- Strong Communication
- Experience with Pre-K through College levels
- Knowledge of Resources and Techniques for Children with Learning Differences
Timeline
Educator
Heritage Homeschool Co-op
08.2022 - Current
Private Tutor
Self-Employed
08.2008 - Current
Paraprofessional/Substitute Teacher
Community Unit District 300
10.2006 - 08.2010
Substitute Teacher
Clare Woods Academy
09.2004 - 10.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, English Major
National Louis University
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