Amber Braden
Educator
Rio Rancho,NM
Summary
Educator with 20+ years of experience seeking to leverage my qualifications in leadership and outreach to fill the Education Technology Specialist position. A diligent educator looking take on more responsibility to help staff and students utilize technology in creative and productive ways.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Family Engagement Specialist
BERNALILLO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BERNALILLO, NM
07.2020 - Current
- Collaborate with team members, both virtually and in person to identify and implement supports to assist families
- Develop and maintain working relationships with staff members, students and families
- Prepare multipurpose communications
- Implemented and coordinated several district digital programs (ReadyRosie, Wonders and IXL)
CLSD Instructional Coach
BERNALILLO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BERNALILLO, NM
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Direct bi-weekly grade level TLC meetings
- Aid new teachers with implementing Wonders and Structured Literacy
- Support district contractor with walk-throughs and debrief
- Analyze student data to drive instruction
Structured Literacy Coach
Central Region Education Cooperative
Albuquerque, NM
08.2024 - Current
- Enhanced student literacy by implementing targeted reading strategies and interventions.
- Introduced diverse literature selections into the curriculum, encouraging cultural awareness and empathy among students.
- Monitored status of students requiring special attention.
- Conducted professional development workshops on effective literacy strategies for colleagues, enhancing overall instructional quality.
Gardening Educator
Bernalillo Public Schools
Bernalillo, United States
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Managed classroom activities, parent conferences and lesson plans.
- Replenished classroom supply levels to support planned lessons and activities.
- Monitored and assessed understanding of difficult concepts and adjusted lesson accordingly.
5th Grade Teacher
Bernalillo Public Schools
Bernalillo, New Mexico
08.2012 - 05.2018
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Montana State University - Bozeman
Bozeman, MT 09.1996 - 05.2000
Skills
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Certification
Google Educator Certified Level 1
Timeline
Structured Literacy Coach
Central Region Education Cooperative
08.2024 - Current
Family Engagement Specialist
BERNALILLO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
07.2020 - Current
CLSD Instructional Coach
BERNALILLO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2019 - 05.2020
Gardening Educator
Bernalillo Public Schools
08.2018 - 05.2019
5th Grade Teacher
Bernalillo Public Schools
08.2012 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Montana State University - Bozeman
09.1996 - 05.2000
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