Amanda Joyce
Jacksonville
Summary
Passionate Middle School Teacher with experience in creating engaging lesson plans tailored to student needs. Strengths include understanding of diverse learning styles, instilling Biblical Worldview in each lesson, strong communication skills, and ability to handle classroom management effectively. Have positively impacted students' academic performance through interactive teaching methods and consistent feedback. Excel in communication, empathy, and leadership, ensuring effective teaching and positive student outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Teacher
Sonshine Christian Academy
Callahan
08.2019 - Current
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations and other assigned work.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress throughout the school year.
- Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
- Established a safe environment conducive to learning for all students.
- Created and maintained orderly, well-managed and stimulating classroom environment.
- Used positive reinforcement method to redirect poor behavior.
- Employed assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
- Determined lesson objectives and clearly communicated to students.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Created study guides and supporting materials to reiterate lecture details and prepare students for tests.
- Boosted student learning by facilitating in-depth classroom discussions to expand upon lectures.
- Managed student records including attendance, grades, and test scores.
- Cultivated relationships with parents to ensure their understanding of student progress, and shared perspectives on the child's strengths and weaknesses.
- Presented educational material in an interesting manner that kept students engaged.
- Devised lesson plans aligned with curriculum and met varying student needs.
High School Teacher
Christian Home Academy
Orange Park
08.2009 - 07.2019
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments.
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques such as rewards systems or recognition programs for exemplary behavior.
- Created and maintained an environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student behavior.
- Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented student progress on a regular basis.
- Instructed classes in accordance with established curricula guidelines.
- Established clear expectations for behavior in the classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and other required information in an organized manner.
- Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Before & After Care Site Manager/ Camp Counselor
YMCA (Dye Clay)
Orange Park
02.2006 - 08.2009
- Helped plan special events such as field trips, picnics, and BBQs.
- Planned various indoor activities during periods of inclement weather to promote camper satisfaction.
- Maintained relationships and communicated with camper parents and family members.
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors.
- Assisted with the planning and execution of daily activities for campers.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to campers, fostering personal development and well-being.
- Collaborated with other counselors to create fun learning experiences for campers.
- Maintained detailed records of camper progress and incidents, ensuring transparent communication with parents.
- Supervised groups of children during recreational activities.
- Facilitated team-building exercises among different age groups of campers.
Preschool Teacher
YMCA Child Development Center
Tallahassee
09.2008 - 06.2009
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Receptionist/ Optometric Technician
Designer Eyewear
Jacksonville
09.2002 - 03.2006
- Updated and recorded customer or client information to maintain accounts.
- Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
- Answered, screened, and forwarded incoming phone calls while managing multi-line telephone systems.
- Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
- Greeted visitors entering establishment to determine nature and purpose of visit.
- Assisted patients and customers with choice of frames to best fit budgetary requirements and style preferences.
- Assisted patients in finding correct medications, eyeglasses and contact lenses.
- Conducted comprehensive pre-test procedures, including visual acuity, color vision, pressure tests, and auto-refraction.
- Cleaned and performed minor maintenance on examination equipment and glasses.
- Maintained smooth patient flow throughout facility, promoting efficient overall operations.
- Assisted in the adaptation of eyewear, making adjustments for fit and comfort.
- Sold and recommended eyewear products, merchandise and services in retail and clinical settings in order to drive company revenue and meet customer needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10-2024
Associate of Arts - General Education
St. John's River State College
Orange Park, FL05-2010
High School Diploma -
Middleburg High School
Middleburg, Florida06-2001
Skills
- Hands-on learning
- Smartboard operation
- IEP implementation
- Mathematics instruction
- Academic support
- Behavior management
- Learning assessments
- Parent-teacher communication
- Group leadership
- Lesson planning
- Team collaboration
- Assigning and grading work
- Field trips
- Positive role model and mentor
- Individualized instruction
- Public speaking expert
- Child development specialist
- Tutoring experience
- Classroom instruction
- Summer school programs
Affiliations
- Help to lead worship at church
- Mentor students
- Minister alongside husband in full-time youth ministry
- Lead Children's Church at church
Accomplishments
- Nominated for Herzog Foundation's Teacher of the Year
Certification
- Administration Certification through Accelerated Christian Education; 2015-2020
- 40 Hour DCF Certification; State of Florida
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Middle School Teacher
Sonshine Christian Academy
08.2019 - Current
High School Teacher
Christian Home Academy
08.2009 - 07.2019
Preschool Teacher
YMCA Child Development Center
09.2008 - 06.2009
Before & After Care Site Manager/ Camp Counselor
YMCA (Dye Clay)
02.2006 - 08.2009
Receptionist/ Optometric Technician
Designer Eyewear
09.2002 - 03.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Special Education
Western Governors University
Associate of Arts - General Education
St. John's River State College
High School Diploma -
Middleburg High School
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