Amber Jordan
Summary
Passionate Teacher with 15 years of experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering a 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. Passionate about child development and learning. Friendly, outgoing and adaptable in approach.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
The Kipling School
10.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, fostering a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
Co-Teacher
Primrose School of Upper Kirby
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Co-teacher in Early preschool room
- Improved overall classroom performance with consistent evaluations, feedback, and tailored support for individual needs.
- Boosted parent-teacher collaboration by maintaining open lines of communication and conducting regular meetings to discuss student progress.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and encouraging respectful behavior among students.
- Developed curriculum-aligned assessments to accurately measure student understanding and skill level.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Assistant Teacher
All Aboard on-the Hudson Childcare Education Center
02.2015 - 06.2018
- Assistant Teacher in Transition room
- Prepared the children for their Preschool classrooms
- CPR certified
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
- Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work and reinforced key concepts from lessons.
Assistant Teacher/ Administrative Assistant
Accent on Learning
04.2008 - 01.2014
- M.A.T Certified
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.
- Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Developmental Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA2025
Early Childhood Education
Suny Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY06.2014
General studies
Ossining High School
Ossining, NY06.2012
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Activity Planning
- Student Records Management
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson Development
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Childcare Needs
- Lesson Planning
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Time Management
- Creative Problem Solving
Activities and Hobbies
Volunteer at The Houston Food Bank
Volunteer at the community garden
Paining
Crocheting
Reading
Making Candles
Timeline
Lead Teacher
The Kipling School
10.2019 - Current
Co-Teacher
Primrose School of Upper Kirby
09.2018 - 10.2019
Assistant Teacher
All Aboard on-the Hudson Childcare Education Center
02.2015 - 06.2018
Assistant Teacher/ Administrative Assistant
Accent on Learning
04.2008 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Developmental Psychology
Liberty University
Early Childhood Education
Suny Westchester Community College
General studies
Ossining High School
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