Amanda Smith
Orlando
Summary
Versatile and seasoned Elementary Teacher with a decade of experience at institutions like Northwest Independent School District, adept in leveraging Google Classroom and fostering teamwork and collaboration. Demonstrated success in enhancing student critical thinking and adaptability, with a commitment to inclusive and engaging education environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2024 - Current
- Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, promoting a structured environment conducive to learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and consistently enforced consequences in order to maintain an orderly classroom conducive to learning.
- Enhanced classroom management skills by implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth.
Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade
Northwest Independent School District
01.2017 - 05.2024
- Encouraged collaboration between classmates through peer tutoring opportunities.
- Facilitated small group activities to help students build problem-solving skills and self-confidence.
- Created a positive learning environment by utilizing active and engaging teaching techniques.
- Provided students with feedback on their progress through regular assessments and evaluations.
- Encouraged students to think critically, analyze information, solve problems and make connections across multiple disciplines.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promoted positive reinforcement for good choices.
- Established relationships with parents to ensure open communication about student's academic successes and challenges.
- Participated in staff development sessions to stay current on best practices in education.
- Utilized technology in the classroom to enhance instruction and engage students in meaningful learning experiences.
- Engaged students in extracurricular activities such as sports teams or afterschool clubs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative strategies for teaching core subjects, including math and science.
- Worked closely with special educators to provide appropriate accommodations for all learners.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing differentiated instruction based on individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance using assessment data and other relevant sources.
- Developed lesson plans and utilized instructional materials to provide individualized and small and large group instruction.
- Fostered critical thinking, collaboration, and student leadership through hands-on and group activities.
- Assigned and graded homework, tests, and quizzes to measure learning progress and achievement.
- Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicated those objectives to students.
- Attended staff meetings and served on committees, as required.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students for whom were responsible.
Elementary Teacher, 5th Grade
Hillsborough County
10.2015 - 05.2016
- Managed student behavioral issues to optimize classroom learning environment.
- Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for academic foundation.
- Developed and maintained classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for social and emotional development of students.
Elementary Teacher, 5th Grade
St. Charles Parish Schools
08.2009 - 05.2015
- Adapted instructional materials based on student abilities, interests, and learning styles.
- Fostered critical thinking, collaboration, and student leadership through hands-on and group activities.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment that valued diversity among students.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Elementary Education/Early Childhood Education
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE05.1995
Skills
- Google Classroom
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Time management abilities
- Learning Management Systems
- Student Needs Assessments
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Student Records Management
- Adaptability
- Organizational Skills
Certification
Texas Educator Certificate
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2024 - Current
Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade
Northwest Independent School District
01.2017 - 05.2024
Elementary Teacher, 5th Grade
Hillsborough County
10.2015 - 05.2016
Elementary Teacher, 5th Grade
St. Charles Parish Schools
08.2009 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Elementary Education/Early Childhood Education
Wilmington University