Amanda Smith
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Caring teacher with 16 years of experience in deaf & hard of hearing student instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher of the Deaf
Seminole Middle School
Plantation, FL
08.2016 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
American Sign Language Teacher
Greece Acadia High School
Greece, NY
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples in lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches for teaching American Sign Language.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on effective classroom management strategies and lesson planning.
- Boosted overall student engagement by creating interactive activities and group exercises focused on ASL communication.
American Sign Language Teacher
Rochester City School
Rochester, NY
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples in lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches for teaching American Sign Language.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on effective classroom management strategies and lesson planning.
- Boosted overall student engagement by creating interactive activities and group exercises focused on ASL communication.
Signing Skills Coach
Boces
Pittsford, NY
01.2011 - 06.2012
- Enhanced coaching effectiveness by implementing personalized skill development plans for each individual.
- Boosted client satisfaction by providing tailored guidance and support in achieving personal and professional goals.
- Improved communication skills among team members through targeted group exercises and role-play scenarios.
- Increased employee retention rates by fostering a positive and supportive work environment for skill improvement.
Education
Master of Science - Deaf Education
RIT
Rochester. NY05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - American Sign Language
Keuka College
Keuka Park06.2007
Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Fluent in American Sign Language
- Student Assessment
- Behavior Management
- Assigning and Grading Work
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Teacher of the Deaf
Seminole Middle School
08.2016 - Current
American Sign Language Teacher
Greece Acadia High School
09.2015 - 06.2016
American Sign Language Teacher
Rochester City School
08.2013 - 06.2015
Signing Skills Coach
Boces
01.2011 - 06.2012
Master of Science - Deaf Education
RIT
Bachelor of Arts - American Sign Language
Keuka College
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