Amanda Wisdom
Fate,USA
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven educator with over 15 years of experience in teaching, special education leadership, and curriculum development. Skilled in creating and implementing individualized lesson plans for students with diverse learning needs, while fostering an inclusive and supportive classroom environment. Expertise in collaborating with parents, educators, and special education teams to ensure student success. Proven ability to mentor and coach colleagues, manage classroom behavior, and lead professional development initiatives. Passionate about making a positive impact on students' academic, social, and emotional growth through tailored interventions, and engaging instructional strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Highland Park ISD-University Park Elementary
Dallas, Texas
07.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to promote student collaboration and learning.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods to tailor instruction effectively.
- Utilized technology tools to integrate interactive learning experiences in the classroom.
- Organized and participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student development and strategies for improvement.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting a deeper understanding of subject matter.
- Utilized various assessment tools to track student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly for improved outcomes.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively through consistent expectations, clear rules, and appropriate consequences for undesirable actions.
4th Grade RLA Teacher
Rockwall ISD-Amy Parks-Heath Elementary
Rockwall, TX
07.2024 - Current
- Facilitated communication with leadership staff to support seamless daily functions.
- Executed innovative reading and writing curriculum for elementary students.
- Create interventions and support plans for students requiring additional assistance.
- Analyze student progress continuously to refine educational strategies.
- Partnered with grade-level teachers to design and maintain a dynamic class curriculum.
- Provided colleagues with insights into effective instructional methods.
- Established consistent rapport with families through proactive dialogue.
- Managed behavioral challenges with effective and constructive strategies.
2nd Grade (Math/Science/SS)
Forney ISD-Johnson Elementary
Forney, Texas
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Facilitated communication with leadership staff to support seamless daily functions.
- Executed innovative math. social studies and science curriculum for elementary students.
- Create interventions and support plans for students requiring additional assistance.
- Analyze student progress continuously to refine educational strategies.
- Partnered with grade-level teachers to design and maintain a dynamic class curriculum.
- Provided colleagues with insights into effective instructional methods.
- Established consistent rapport with families through proactive dialogue.
- Managed behavioral challenges with effective and constructive strategies.
Special Education Teacher/Lead
Forney ISD-Johnson Elementary
Forney, USA
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with parents, special education teams and general educators to address student needs.
- Coordinated ARD processes, including developing student IEPs, and managing accommodations in general education settings.
- Utilized data analysis techniques to evaluate progress in student performance.
- Employed diverse instructional techniques to cater to the needs of each student.
- Prepared and implemented individualized lesson plans targeting areas of academic and behavioral growth.
- Delivered tailored interventions to address academic, emotional, and behavioral support needs.
- Partnered with educators to develop behavioral enhancement initiatives.
- Led and guided instructional paraprofessionals to achieve performance goals.
- Maintained adherence to federal, state, and district regulations in special education.
- Designed and facilitated professional development sessions to enhance knowledge of special education topics.
- Served as key resource for addressing special-needs conflicts on campus.
Special Education Teacher/Lead
McKinney ISD
McKinney, USA
08.2011 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with parents, special education teams and general educators to address student needs.
- Coordinated ARD processes, including developing student IEPs, and managing accommodations in general education settings.
- Utilized data analysis techniques to evaluate progress in student performance.
- Employed diverse instructional techniques to cater to the needs of each student.
- Prepared and implemented individualized lesson plans targeting areas of academic and behavioral growth.
- Delivered tailored interventions to address academic, emotional, and behavioral support needs.
- Partnered with educators to develop behavioral enhancement initiatives.
- Led and guided instructional paraprofessionals to achieve performance goals.
- Maintained adherence to federal, state, and district regulations in special education.
- Designed and facilitated professional development sessions to enhance knowledge of special education topics.
- Served as key resource for addressing special-needs conflicts on campus.
Education
Master Of Education (M.Ed.) - Educational Leadership
Lamar University
Beaumont, Texas08-2023
Bachelor Of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas Woman's University
Denton, Texas05-2009
Skills
- SEAS
- ESped
- ESchools
- Eduphoria
- Canvas
- NWEA (MAP)
- IStation
- CPI Certified
- ABA Certified
Certification
- EC-6 Generalist
- Special Education EC-12
- ESL Supplemental
- Principal Certification Pending
Committees
- MTSS (4 years)
- Bullying Committee
- Recruitment and Retention
- Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee
- Campus Incident Command System Team
- Develop, Design, & Deliver
- TIA Steering Team
- Army of Fun
- CKH-Process Champions Team
- Learning Conference Professional Development Presenter
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Highland Park ISD-University Park Elementary
07.2025 - Current
4th Grade RLA Teacher
Rockwall ISD-Amy Parks-Heath Elementary
07.2024 - Current
2nd Grade (Math/Science/SS)
Forney ISD-Johnson Elementary
08.2023 - 07.2024
Special Education Teacher/Lead
Forney ISD-Johnson Elementary
08.2019 - 05.2023
Special Education Teacher/Lead
McKinney ISD
08.2011 - 05.2019
Bachelor Of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas Woman's University
Master Of Education (M.Ed.) - Educational Leadership
Lamar University