AMANDA WESTCOTT
Catonsville,MD
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Teacher Development Liaison/Teacher
Howard County Public Schools
Elkridge, MD
08.2020 - Current
- As Teacher Development Liaison, improve Teacher Evaluation Process knowledge confidence level from 13% to 84% by analyzing poll data to design and perform focused professional learning for non-tenured staff in areas of creating Student Learning Objectives, preparing for administrative observations, and in-depth study of Danielson's Framework for Teaching
- Design and facilitate Teacher Evaluation Professional Learning Community for tenured staff, including considering participant strengths and needs, and collaboratively discussing and determining group norms
- As Primary Representative of Instructional Intervention Team (IIT), collaborate with colleagues to streamline student referral process using Google Form staff input, analyze demographic, attendance, and academic data in prior referral trends in Hoonuit student database and provide consultation for teachers who refer students to IIT on designing data collection methods and monitoring student progress
- Transform in-person lessons into accessible, dynamic virtual learning lessons utilizing Canvas platform, GSuite, Nearpod, and PearDeck.
Leadership Intern/Teacher
Howard County Public Schools, Running Brook
Columbia, MD
01.2012 - 06.2021
- Lead Teacher for grades 1-5 - Academic Intervention Summer School. Provided team of 10 teachers with professional development, guidance, and project management.
- As Instructional Team Leader, nurtured open relationships among team through effective planning, problem-solving, and communication.
- Interviewed prospective para educators and student support staff to achieve continuity of cohesive, mission-centered team.
- Co-Chair of Family Involvement Team (FIT); managed school-wide Holiday Giving Campaign and collected $2,000 to provide 26 families in need with financial assistance.
- Initiated and managed school-wide community-building March Madness Book Tournament as Positive Behavioral Instructional Support (PBIS) team representative, including webpage enabled voting.
- As Literacy Lead, provided professional development for literacy teachers in 2nd-5th grades to model best practices in equity, diversity, and curriculum implementation.
- Oversaw annual school-wide Talent Show from 2015-2019; communicated with stakeholders, delegated responsibilities to staff, facilitated committee meetings, and ensured fire code compliance.
- Supervised school-wide evacuation drills as Leadership Intern; delegated responsibilities to emergency team staff, coordinated with administration, coordinated with fire department, and followed up with staff and guidance counselor regarding emotional impact on students.
- Developed and implemented 3D Printer Enrichment Club that reached 25 students in grades 3-5. Secured 3D printer via MakerBot grant. Using MakerBot software and TinkerCad, students printed and assembled functioning prosthetic hands for Prosthetic Kids Hand Challenge.
Elementary Teacher
Dover Public Schools
Dover, NH
08.2007 - 06.2009
- As member of Data Team, analyzed standardized testing data to identify focus curriculum standards
- Researched evidenced-based instructional strategies to address focus areas and designed schoolwide resource guide distribution
- Created safe learning environment that encouraged growth mindset and fostered social and emotional wellness through incorporation of stress management and breathing techniques in class circles
- Procured diverse classroom materials, such as books and multicultural art supplies through Donors Choose crowdfunding projects to celebrate environment of "mirrors and windows"; reflective of students' experiences and a window into experiences of others.
Office Manager/Early Childhood Teacher
The HUB Family Resource Center
Dover, NH
12.2006 - 07.2007
- Organized and managed Spring 2007 United Way Day of Caring event for HUB Family Resource Center, with over 30 volunteers and staff participating
- Delegated tasks and timelines for playground improvement project, as well as interior updates to Family Resource Center
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate and research-based activities for learners ages 18 months-5 years, with focus on developing fine and gross motor skills.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Organizational Change
Towson University
2019
M.Ed - Elementary Education
Franklin Pierce University
2009
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Towson University
2000
Skills
- Mentoring and Staff Liaison
- Curriculum Development
- Community Relations
- Designing and Facilitating Online Learning
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Project Management
Certification
Maryland Educator Advanced Professional Certificate
- Early Childhood Education PreK- 3
- Elementary Education 1-6
- World Languages: Spanish PreK-12
- Administrator I
Affiliations
Howard County Education Association
Maryland State Education Association
National Education Association
Timeline
Teacher Development Liaison/Teacher
Howard County Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Leadership Intern/Teacher
Howard County Public Schools, Running Brook
01.2012 - 06.2021
Elementary Teacher
Dover Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2009
Office Manager/Early Childhood Teacher
The HUB Family Resource Center
12.2006 - 07.2007
Graduate Certificate - Organizational Change
Towson University
M.Ed - Elementary Education
Franklin Pierce University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Towson University
Maryland Educator Advanced Professional Certificate
- Early Childhood Education PreK- 3
- Elementary Education 1-6
- World Languages: Spanish PreK-12
- Administrator I
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