Amanda Thornton
Carver,MN
Summary
Experienced and skilled professional with a strong teaching and literacy record. Advocate for patron-centered, interactive experiences that model respect for diverse cultures and ways of life.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Associate
Scott County
Scott County, MN
04.2021 - Current
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials
- Planned and presented weekly EL Classes in Belle Plaine and Jordan Libraries, including spearheading Summer Spotlight Events in both branches
- Educated patrons on use of reference sources and automated services
- Attended Virtual PLA Conference and MLA Conference
- Served on Cozy Up and Extended Access Committees
- Completed diversity and equity trainings; implemented training through many displays highlighting diverse populations
Building Substitute Teacher
Prior Lake Savage Area Schools
Prior Lake, MN
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Developed relationships with students and faculty in two buildings
- Collaborated with teaching staff
- During extended Spanish substitute position, took on full-time Spanish instruction in multiple classes
- Used designated student database and Infinite Campus software
French Teacher
Prior Lake Savage Area Schools
Prior Lake, MN
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Developed and enhanced Introductory and Level 1 French curricula and technology
- Implemented strategies to improve student literacy in French
- Participated in Comprehensible Input and Teaching Proficiency training
French and World Language Survey Teacher
Fargo Public Schools
Fargo, ND
07.2001 - 05.2017
- Successfully introduced students to basic French, German, Latin, and Spanish vocabulary and cultural customs
- Coordinated annual trips to Winnipeg, MB
- Accompanied students to Concordia Language Villages
- Collaborated on World Language Long Range Plan
- Completed Diversity, Equity, Poverty, and Trauma trainings
Education
Continuing Education: Curriculum and Instruction -
North Dakota State University
Fargo, NDBachelor of Arts: French Education and Theatre -
Concordia College
Moorhead, MNFrançais pour non-francophones -
Laval University
Québec, QC, CanadaSkills
- Teamwork / Collaboration
- Literacy Training / Implementation
- Verbal / Oral Communication
- Technical Training
Timeline
Library Associate
Scott County
04.2021 - Current
Building Substitute Teacher
Prior Lake Savage Area Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
French Teacher
Prior Lake Savage Area Schools
08.2017 - 06.2019
French and World Language Survey Teacher
Fargo Public Schools
07.2001 - 05.2017
Continuing Education: Curriculum and Instruction -
North Dakota State University
Bachelor of Arts: French Education and Theatre -
Concordia College
Français pour non-francophones -
Laval University