Amanda Routzahn
Bucyrus,OH
Summary
Dynamic 5th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher at Colonel Crawford Local Schools with 16 years experience in the classroom setting, recognized for enhancing student comprehension through differentiated instruction and innovative technology integration. Achieved consistent passing state test scores in Reading/ELA while fostering a collaborative classroom environment. Skilled in lesson plan implementation and team collaboration, mentoring new educators to promote organizational growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher
Colonel Crawford Local Schools
08.2008 - Current
- Developed interdisciplinary lesson plans with colleagues linking social studies to other subjects.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing varied teaching methods based on learning styles.
- Created an open classroom environment promoting respect and collaboration among students.
- Adjusted lesson plans according to overall class performance throughout the year.
- Leveraged technology to bolster student engagement and understanding of materials.
- Set clear learning objectives and effectively communicated them to students.
- 3 years experience as a High School English teacher at current district.
- Provided mentorship to new teachers, aiding in the development of sound teaching practices.
- Promoted digital literacy through technology integration in classroom activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Middle Childhood Education (4-9) ELA/SS
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Mount Vernon, OH12-2007
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Educational technology
- Classroom management
- Technology implementation via many programs such as: Quizizz, Nearpod, Google Classroom, Seterra, etc
- Lesson plan implementation
- Ohio teaching certification
- Standardized testing
- Peer evaluation
- Organizational growth
- Smartboard technology
- Academic record keeping
- Schedule management
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating technology
- Participated in Young Writer's Club for several years, where student work was published
- Received excellent state test results in ELA/Reading state test scores and iReady diagnostic growth
- Resident Educator for a year
- Skilled or above teacher ratings yearly
Timeline
5th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher
Colonel Crawford Local Schools
08.2008 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Middle Childhood Education (4-9) ELA/SS
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
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