Amber Medina
Houston,TX
Summary
Versatile content writer passionate about creating compelling content and driving engagement. Talented at crafting dynamic stories, informative articles and persuasive copy that resonate and inspires readers. Proficient in researching, writing and editing diverse content. Works with minimal input to produce engaging, authoritative and error-free work.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Angleton Junior High
07.2021 - 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.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Volunteer
New Hope Church
05.2008 - Current
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
Teacher
G. W. Harby Junior High
07.2016 - 06.2021
- 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.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Teacher
Berry Miller Junior High
07.2013 - 07.2016
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
Teacher
Beverly Hills Intermediate
07.2005 - 07.2013
- 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.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
Education
MFA Candidate - Creative Writing
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Houston Clear Lake
Houston, TX 05.2005
Skills
- Creative Writing
- Editing
- Grammar usage
- Strong research skills
- Content Creation
- Exceptional storytelling
- Proofreading
- Article Writing
- Fiction Writing
- Microsoft Office
- Short Stories
- Social Media Content Writing
Websites
Timeline
Teacher
Angleton Junior High
07.2021 - Current
Teacher
G. W. Harby Junior High
07.2016 - 06.2021
Teacher
Berry Miller Junior High
07.2013 - 07.2016
Volunteer
New Hope Church
05.2008 - Current
Teacher
Beverly Hills Intermediate
07.2005 - 07.2013
MFA Candidate - Creative Writing
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Houston Clear Lake
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