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AMANDA SMITH ESTERLY

Encinitas,CA

Summary

Dynamic educator with proven success at Los Cerritos Middle School, skilled in creating and implementing differentiated instruction using diverse assessment tools. Focused on enhancing student engagement and collaboration while ensuring effective communication with families to support academic and social-emotional development.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

6th Grade Math, Science, Dance & Student Government Teacher

Los Cerritos Middle School
Thousand Oaks, CA
08.2006 - 06.2013
  • Developed and implemented interdisciplinary units, fostering engagement for diverse learners.
  • Designed an assessment system to streamline curriculum for advanced learners, adopted school-wide.
  • Piloted one-to-one iPad program, integrating technology to boost student engagement and personalization.
  • Incorporated hands-on, tech-driven activities to enhance lesson relevance and interactivity.
  • Delivered targeted support for students requiring additional academic and social-emotional assistance.
  • Engaged parents by providing weekly updates on student progress and learning activities.
  • Mentored student leaders in government, promoting collaboration and student voice.
  • Facilitated professional development session, showcasing tools to enhance student independence and task management.

Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Kindergarten)

Mountain View Elementary
Simi Valley, CA
04.2004 - 06.2004
  • Honored to complete my student teaching by stepping in as a long-term substitute for a kindergarten teacher on maternity leave, gaining valuable real-world classroom experience.
  • Led a kindergarten classroom during the final semester of my student teaching, maintaining a structured, nurturing learning environment.
  • Designed and delivered early literacy and math lessons aligned with district standards.
  • Differentiated instruction to meet the developmental needs of young learners.

Education

Master of Arts in Teaching - Teacher Education

California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks, CA
05-2007

Teaching Credential -

California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks, CA
05-2006

Bachelor of Science - Food Science

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
12-2002

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Student engagement strategies
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Classroom community building
  • Family communication and collaboration
  • Technology integration (connecting home and school) for student support and independence

Certification

  • California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential with ELA Authorization
  • Single Subject Authorization in General Science
  • Supplemental Authorization in Dance

Volunteer Experience

  • Member of Flora Vista Executive PTA Board 2023-Present, Stay-at-Home Parent & Volunteer Educator 2018-Present, Volunteered in elementary classrooms, assessing young readers and leading book clubs. Gained a renewed understanding of developmental learning stages and the parent-teacher partnership.
  • Girl Scout Troop Leader, Led a Girl Scout troop for 3 years, organizing activities that fostered leadership, teamwork, and community service among young girls.

Timeline

6th Grade Math, Science, Dance & Student Government Teacher

Los Cerritos Middle School
08.2006 - 06.2013

Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Kindergarten)

Mountain View Elementary
04.2004 - 06.2004

Master of Arts in Teaching - Teacher Education

California Lutheran University

Teaching Credential -

California Lutheran University

Bachelor of Science - Food Science

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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