Amanda Wozniak
Apple Valley,CA
Summary
With a proven track record at Victor Valley Union High School District, I excel in fostering student engagement and critical thinking through innovative lesson planning and classroom management. My expertise in differentiated instruction and motivating students has significantly enhanced learning outcomes, positioning me as a positive role model and mentor in educational settings.
I'm a passionate educator with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successfully helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills has always been a passion of mine.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Victor Valley Union High School District
07.2012 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Pioneered sustainability project that educated students on environmental issues and solutions.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Teacher
San Bernardino City Unified School District
09.2010 - 06.2011
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Education
Preliminary Admin Services Credential Program
Riverside Office of Education
Riverside, CA01-2023
Teacher Credential - Single Subject Science
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA06-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA06-2006
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Growth Mindset
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Inquiry-based learning
Certification
Flynn Scientific Laboratory Safety Certified
Timeline
Teacher
Victor Valley Union High School District
07.2012 - Current
Teacher
San Bernardino City Unified School District
09.2010 - 06.2011
Flynn Scientific Laboratory Safety Certified
Preliminary Admin Services Credential Program
Riverside Office of Education
Teacher Credential - Single Subject Science
California State University, San Bernardino
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
California State University, San Bernardino
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