Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Amanda Southern

Broken Arrow

Summary

Dedicated professional with a proven track record in supervising and supporting student development. Cultivates strong relationships with students and mentors to foster growth and improvement. Ensures a safe and healthy learning environment through effective organization and cleanliness.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Teacher

CARD Head Start
08.2020 - Current
  • Supported lead teacher in daily classroom activities and lesson planning.
  • Organized classroom materials and maintained a clean learning environment.
  • Collaborated with educators to implement curriculum changes effectively.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and needs.
  • Monitored student behavior and implemented positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Facilitated small group discussions to enhance student engagement and participation.
  • Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
  • Supervised small group activities.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
  • Assisted students with individualized instruction and skill development.
  • Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Protected confidential information related to staff and families.

Lead Infant Teacher

Council Oaks Learning Campus
05.2015 - 04.2020
  • Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
  • Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
  • Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
  • Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents by maintaining open communication channels and providing regular updates on their child''s progress.
  • Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons.
  • Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Adhered to parent preferences and legal requirements for feeding breastmilk, formula and solids to infants.
  • Created sensory-rich learning experiences for infants, fostering curiosity and exploration in a controlled environment.
  • Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces, and equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Edmond North High School
05-2001

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Classroom organization
  • Parent communication
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Adaptable teaching strategies
  • Professional development
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Safe learning environment
  • Behavior modeling
  • Child development
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Oral communication
  • Behavior management
  • Parent-teacher communication

Certification

  • CDA in Preschool

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Teacher

CARD Head Start
08.2020 - Current

Lead Infant Teacher

Council Oaks Learning Campus
05.2015 - 04.2020

High School Diploma -

Edmond North High School