Amber Chrest
Summary
Passionate Teacher 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. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Melstone Public Schools
08.2021 - 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.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Teller Manager
Valley Credit Union
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, collaboration, and open communication among staff members.
- Boosted sales of bank products and services by training tellers in effective cross-selling techniques.
- Enhanced the overall customer experience with personalized service tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving account-related inquiries.
- Ensured a professional and welcoming atmosphere at all times by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and promoting adherence to dress code standards among staff members.
Dental Assistant /Front Office Assistant
Teddy Bear Dental
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
Life Skills Trainer
Liberty Place - Boot Strap Ranch
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Supported people with developmental disabilities and autism in building multi-faceted skillset to promote independence and self-confidence.
- Taught individuals with learning or physical difficulties to use technology such as computers, tablets and mobile phones.
- Helped to integrate clients in local community by teaching important social and work-related skills.
- Intervened in crisis situations to provide counseling and support.
- Modeled positive behavior skills as well as good problem-solving and relationship-building abilities to improve clients' social integration.
- Assisted in the development of customized curriculum materials to address individual client needs and goals effectively.
- Facilitated effective communication skills training sessions to improve interpersonal relationships among clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education P-3
The University of Montana Western
Dillon, MT12-2023
Skills
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- IEP planning
- Flexible and adaptive
- Excellent classroom management
Timeline
Teacher
Melstone Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Teller Manager
Valley Credit Union
08.2020 - 08.2021
Dental Assistant /Front Office Assistant
Teddy Bear Dental
04.2020 - 08.2020
Life Skills Trainer
Liberty Place - Boot Strap Ranch
08.2018 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education P-3
The University of Montana Western
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