Amanda Scott
Jackson ,MI
Summary
Dedicated Educator with extensive experience partnering with parents and ensuring success of students. Skilled at providing feedback on individual progress of students and discussing specific needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Center Director
Sylvan Learning - COT, LLC
Jackson , Michigan
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Analyzed data from student assessments to identify areas of improvement in the learning center.
- Managed the budget for the learning center, including tracking expenditures and approving purchases.
- Scheduled appointments with students and families to review progress reports and set new goals for learning objectives.
- Provided guidance and support to tutors regarding best practices in working with students.
- Implemented innovative approaches to improve student engagement during sessions at the learning center.
- Established protocols for responding quickly and effectively when students have questions or difficulties understanding material.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all student activity at the Learning Center.
- Prepared reports using academic or institutional data and information.
- Provided assistance to faculty by teaching classes, conducting orientation meetings and scheduling events.
- Collaborated with teachers to understand and improve classroom conditions.
- Planned, administered and controlled budgets.
- Recruited, hired and oriented departmental staff.
- Developed or used assessment instruments to monitor student learning results.
After-School Teacher
Highfields, Inc
Jackson, MI
08.2011 - 04.2013
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that incorporated fun, hands-on activities for students.
- Supervised a group of 10-15 children in an after school program setting.
- Created individual learning plans for students with special needs.
- Provided emotional support to children struggling with social or academic difficulties.
- Encouraged positive behavior through rewards and incentives.
- Assisted students in completing homework assignments and projects.
- Established relationships with parents to ensure open communication about their child's progress.
- Utilized various teaching strategies such as cooperative learning groups, direct instruction, inquiry based learning.
- Facilitated small group activities to help foster student collaboration skills.
- Implemented classroom rules and regulations in order to maintain order during class time.
- Instructed students on proper use of technology including computers, tablets.
- Provided guidance on how to apply critical thinking skills when solving problems.
- Adapted instructional materials according to the individual needs of each student.
- Encouraged children to try and experience new things to expand learning experiences.
- Created, submitted and implemented approved lesson plans and curriculum.
- Organized and set up classrooms in preparation for lessons.
- Instructed students on safe and proper use of supplies and equipment.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans to reduce negative behaviors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Lake Superior State University
Sault Ste. Marie, MI06-2005
Skills
- Educational leadership
- Scheduling Coordination
- Program Management
- Student assessment and Evaluator
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Research skills
- Performance Metrics
- Professional Demeanor
- Planning and coordination
- Task Prioritization
- Goal Setting
- Excellent Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Student Recruitment
- Student Registration
- Time management abilities
- Self Motivation
- Operational Efficiency
- Education Model Development
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Learning Center Director
Sylvan Learning - COT, LLC
05.2022 - 04.2023
After-School Teacher
Highfields, Inc
08.2011 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Lake Superior State University
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