Amber McBride
Fort Walton Beach,FL
Summary
I am a Highly Effective Second Grade Teacher from Longwood Elementary for the past 8 consistent years. I have significantly enhanced student learning experiences and helped boost their academic and personal confidence. I am also a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills who has the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Longwood Elementary
08.2016 - Current
- Developed positive relationships with parents which includes communicating regularly about student progress and behavior issues (good or bad).
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided individualized support for struggling learners, fostering a growth mindset and boosting confidence in their abilities.
- Enhanced students' mathematical abilities through hands-on activities, using manipulatives and real-world examples.
- Organized engaging field trips that reinforced curriculum concepts and broadened student perspectives on various topics.
Education
Associate of Arts - General
Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FLBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-6/ESOL
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL05.2007
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Instructional technology
- Peer Mentoring
- Summer School Instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Reading Endorsed
- ESOL Endorsed
Educational Extra Duties
- Grade Level Chair (4 years)
- Mentor (1 year officially but for many years unofficially)
- SPP Committee (1 year)
- Social Committee (6 years with 3 years as the chair)
- Math Committee (4 years)
- Literacy Committee- (2 years)
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Longwood Elementary
08.2016 - Current
Associate of Arts - General
Northwest Florida State College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-6/ESOL
The University of West Florida