Amber Harwell
Springdale,AR
Summary
Dedicated Teacher with several years of hands-on experience creating fun and interactive learning experiences. Focused on integrating technology alongside traditional teaching methods. Maintained safe, loving environment to encourage children to explore and learn.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-K Teacher
Springdale School District
Springdale, Arkansas
08.2017 - 05.2024
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
- Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
- Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
- Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding of content material.
Kindergarten Teacher
Springdale School District
Springdale, Arkansas
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Assessed students' progress and created reports for parents, administrators, and other teachers.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
- Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
- Organized activities that promoted physical, mental and social development.
- Collaborated with colleagues on various projects related to curriculum development and assessment strategies.
- Attended professional development workshops in order to stay abreast of current trends in education.
Pre-k Instructional Assistant
Springdale School District
Springdale, Arkansas
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Organized instructional materials and activities for special education classrooms.
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and modifying curriculum.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
Pre-K Instructional Assistant
Springdale School District
Springdale, Arkansas
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and modifying curriculum.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
- Conducted assessments of student skills to identify needs and develop instructional plans.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
One on One Aide for a Special Needs Student
Springdale School District
Springdale, AR
04.2013 - 05.2013
- Assisted Student in daily activities such as eating, sitting in his wheelchair during lessons by the teacher. Helped him get throughout the building with his wheelchair.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Education
Harding University
Searcy, AR05-2016
High School Diploma -
Greenland High School
Greenland, AR05-2001
Some College (No Degree) - Early Education P-4
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Bentonville, ARSkills
- Group and individual instruction
- Music and Movement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Motor Skill Development
- Patience and Empathy
- Early Childhood Education
- Fine Motor Skills
- Gross Motor Skills
- Child Supervision
- Assessment Strategies
- Social-emotional learning
- Creative lesson planning
- Child development knowledge
Affiliations
- Spending time with Family
- Love being outdoors
- Taking trips
Accomplishments
- Nominated for Teacher of the year last year
- Nominated by our Arisa Health team as an Arisa Health Mental Champion
Certification
- I am TESOL certified (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
- I have taken several other Professional Developments
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Springdale School District
09.2017 - 05.2018
Pre-K Teacher
Springdale School District
08.2017 - 05.2024
Pre-k Instructional Assistant
Springdale School District
08.2016 - 05.2017
Pre-K Instructional Assistant
Springdale School District
08.2013 - 05.2015
One on One Aide for a Special Needs Student
Springdale School District
04.2013 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Early Education
Harding University
High School Diploma -
Greenland High School
Some College (No Degree) - Early Education P-4
NorthWest Arkansas Community College