Amanda Walkingchild
Helena,MT
Summary
Dynamic Indian Education Instructional Coach with Helena School District, adept at enhancing educational effectiveness through innovative instructional planning and collaborative learning. Committed to continuous improvement, I developed individualized lessons and facilitated impactful professional development workshops, empowering educators to adopt effective teaching strategies and integrate technology seamlessly.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT05.2013
Endorsement - Special Education Minor Psychology
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT05.2013
Work History
Title VI Coordinator
Helena School District
Helena, MT
08.2014 - Current
- Coordinate the Title VI program to support Native American students and families.
- Trained new team members on standard operating procedures and best practices.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews for staff.
- Collaborated with staff and Native American community members to strengthen cultural integration in education.
- Monitor program effectiveness and ensure compliance with federal and state guidelines.
- Advocate for equitable educational opportunities and cultural inclusive learning.
Indian Education for All Instructional Coach
Helena School District
Helena, MT
08.2014 - Current
- Created and implemented instructional resources in accordance with curriculum standards to improve educational effectiveness.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement effective teaching strategies and improve classroom practices.
- Facilitated professional development workshops focused on best practices in pedagogy and technology integration.
- Provided one-on-one coaching to educators, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and reflection.
- Designed and implemented instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with educators to develop tailored professional development programs based on specific needs.
- Facilitated workshops to train teachers on best practices in pedagogy and technology integration.
- Mentored new instructional staff, providing guidance on curriculum design and classroom management techniques.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Skills
Culturally Responsive Teaching
Program Coordination and Management
Instructional Coaching
Curriculum Development
Community Engagement
Student Advocacy
Education Policy Compliance
Committed to continuous improvement
Teaching strategies
Collaborative learning
Developing individualized lessons
Certification
Ojibwe Language and culture
Work Preference
Location Preference
HybridSalary Range
$0/yr - $0/yrTimeline
Title VI Coordinator
Helena School District
08.2014 - Current
Indian Education for All Instructional Coach
Helena School District
08.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The University of Montana
Endorsement - Special Education Minor Psychology
The University of Montana