Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
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Amber Mathis

Troutman,NC

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

4th Grade Teacher

Shepherd Elementary School
08.2022 - Current

NC Certified Grade 3 and Grade 4 Math Teacher, Grade-Level Chair, AIG Cluster Teacher, AIG Goal Team Representative, Grade 4 Weekly Pacing Guide Creator


  • Developed engaging lessons that provided differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
  • Served as Grade-Level Chair and worked to ensure there was clear communication between the team and administration.
  • Actively participated in AIG Goal Team meetings to ensure that enrichment and differentiation was implemented for advanced learners.
  • Enhanced classroom environment for optimal learning by utilizing effective classroom management strategies.

Item Writer

NC State University
06.2023 - Current
  • Attended an Item Writing Workshop to understand the process of how to create items for NC Check-Ins and NC End-of Grade Tests.
  • Collaborated with educators from across the state to practice creating items that align with curriculum standards.
  • Created items for 4th Grade standardized tests that followed specific Depth-of-Knowledge Expectations.

4th Grade Teacher

Wilkesboro Elementary School
08.2020 - 05.2022

NC Certified Grade 4 Teacher, Grade-Level Chair, SIT Grade-Level Representative


  • Developed, planned, and implemented lessons to ensure alignment with state standards and grade-level objectives.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating technology and virtual instruction during a global pandemic.
  • Contributed in developing the School-Improvement Plan as the Grade-Level representative on the SIT Team.

Kindergarten Interim Teacher

Moravian Falls Elementary
12.2019 - 03.2020

NC Certified Kindergarten Teacher


  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted academic growth for all students.
  • Built strong relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication and supporting student success outside of the classroom.
  • Assessed student progress through various evaluation and assessment methods.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and to improve teaching skills.

Education

Master of Arts - Reading Education (K-12)

Appalachian State University
Boone, NC
05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (K-6)

Appalachian State University
Boone, NC
05.2019

Skills

  • Class Link, Class Dojo, Google Classroom, Google Drive, Google Slides, Google Excel I -Pads, Macbooks, Smore, Padlet, Canva, Jamboard
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills, organization, classroom management, and the ability to lead
  • Demonstrates classroom creativity, positive student relationships, and strong goals of rigorous instruction
  • Maintains an orderly environment for students with a culture of respect and strives to make learning collaborative and engaging

Certification

2020- AIG Certification

2020- Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders

2023- Bridges Training

2023- Letterland Training

2023- Standards-Based Grading

2024- LETRS


Accomplishments

2019- ASU Student Teacher of the Year Nominee

2021- SIT Grade-Level Representative

2021- Grade-Level Chair (4th-Grade)

2021- Beginning Teacher of the Year Finalist

2023- Grade-Level Chair (4th-Grade)

2023- Standards-Based Grading Grade-Level Representative

2023- AIG Grade-Level Representative


Timeline

Item Writer

NC State University
06.2023 - Current

4th Grade Teacher

Shepherd Elementary School
08.2022 - Current

4th Grade Teacher

Wilkesboro Elementary School
08.2020 - 05.2022

Kindergarten Interim Teacher

Moravian Falls Elementary
12.2019 - 03.2020

Master of Arts - Reading Education (K-12)

Appalachian State University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (K-6)

Appalachian State University
Amber Mathis