Amber Muhammad
Houston,TX
Summary
Theatre teacher with a strong background educating students on theater terminology, practices and performance techniques. Expert at creating fun and open environment to support learning while teaching students. Successfully enhanced students' knowledge, performance skills and self-confidence by leading interactive and engaging classroom activities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Mentor Teacher
YES Prep Public School
Houston, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Provided guidance and support to new teachers on classroom management, curriculum development, and teaching strategies.
- Assisted with the implementation of school-wide initiatives such as differentiated instruction, response to intervention, and 21st century learning.
- Coached teachers in effective instructional techniques, including scaffolding activities to promote student engagement.
- Conducted observations of classrooms to provide feedback on instructional practices and suggest improvements.
Teacher Advocacy Captain
YES Prep
Houston, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Researched legislative developments and policy changes related to the organization's mission.
- Organized school events to invite district reps to view campus and learn more about the charter system.
- Cultivated relationships with legislators by reaching out and inviting them to school events.
12th Grade Level Chair
YES Prep Public School
Houston, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Planned and implemented grade level curriculum aligned with district goals.
- Developed, monitored, and assessed student learning objectives in collaboration with teachers and administrators.
- Supervised the teaching staff, including evaluating performance and providing supports and regular check ins.
- Organized grade-level meetings to discuss instructional strategies and school initiatives.
- Coordinated parent communication activities related to student progress.
- Collaborated with other grade level chairs to develop effective cross-grade curricula materials.
- Served as a liaison between administration, faculty members, parents, and students.
- Facilitated discussion among faculty members about best practices for improving student achievement.
- Created an environment that fostered collaboration among staff members.
- Conducted observations of classrooms regularly to provide feedback on instruction methods used.
- Planned Grade level trips, Prom and student activities.
- Provided Multi Tier System supports implementing comprehensive case management for struggling students in the areas of academics, behavioral, and social emotional health.
- Handled level 1 and 2 student behavior issues and provided support and student disciplinary action.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, administrators and other professionals to design interventions that improve student outcomes.
- Monitored progress of students using data collection methods and documented results in a timely manner.
Instructional Teacher Leader
YES Prep Public School
Houston, TX
06.2023 - Current
- Provided professional development to teachers on instructional strategies, best practices, and implementation of curriculum.
- Coached teachers in effective use of technology tools to enhance instruction and student engagement.
- Assisted teachers in developing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to meet the needs of all learners.
- Provided guidance on how best practices can be applied within diverse cultural contexts.
- Assisted teachers with lesson planning and curriculum design based on current educational standards.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to ensure effective implementation of new teaching strategies.
Curriculum Writer
YES Prep
Houston, TX
08.2021 - Current
- support the development of the Course and Exam Description (Long Term Plan)
- update all unit plans including the daily “how” and daily resources
- write summative assessments
- Researched state educational guidelines before writing new curriculum.
- Developed strategies to assist teachers in introducing new curriculum.
- Observed teachers and made suggestions on improving techniques.
Course Facilitator
YES Prep
Houston, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Work with CD/CS to plan, execute, and facilitate all Content Team Days, Reading Days, and Virtual PDs.
- Respond to teacher questions, concerns, and requests or pass them to CS/CD as needed.
- Facilitate ongoing collaboration among your team of teachers.
- Check in with CS/CD (before and after CTDs, Reading Days, and Virtual PDs to prepare and review)
- Attend professional development to grow as a content leader and facilitator.
- Work with CS/CD to set achievement standards for all semester assessments, as needed.
- Model strong professionalism, instruction, and planning aligned to the curriculum and use of resources and designated instructional technology.
- Serve as a teacher leader to message and train on course-specific, content-specific, and district-wide priorities.
Family Engagement Ambassador
YES Prep Public Schools
Houston, TX
08.2020 - Current
- Worked with a team of individuals to come up with solutions to increase family engagement
- Attend trainings
- Reached out to families regarding pertinent information
- Completed intake assessments on families to determine service needs.
Student Opportunities Coordinator
YES Prep Public Schools
Houston, TX
08.2020 - Current
- Assisted and instructed students in the rules, procedures, qualifications and expectations of forming a club.
- Maintained regular contact with students to develop responsible decision-making, assessed student interests and responded to student needs.
- Collected information from partnership campus and Yes Prep on programs available and advised student groups about which programs may best suit their interests/needs.
- Participated in evaluation of student programs
Theatre Arts & ISPC Teacher
Yes Prep Public Schools Theatre
Houston, TX
08.2018 - Current
- Directed high school theatre students in various educational theatre components including, but not limited to acting, costuming, make-up, set design and construction, lighting, sound, technical, and directing
- Facilitated participation at extracurricular theatre events, including various performance venues, UIL, TETA and ITS activities
- Prepared lessons that reflected accommodations for individual student differences
- Implemented instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflected understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned
- Conducted ongoing assessments of students achievement
- Provided students with an environment that was conducive to learning and appropriate for physical, social and emotional development
Theatre Arts Director
Baytown Junior High School
Baytown, TX
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Direct and manage the overall theatre program for the campus and district
- Provided students with the opportunity to participate in extracurricular theatre activities and ensured compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), Texas Educational Theatre Association, and International Thespian Society
- Directed middle school theatre students in various educational theatre components including, but not limited to acting, costuming, make-up, set design and construction, lighting, sound, technical, and directing
- Facilitated participation at extracurricular theatre events, including various performance venues, UIL, TETA and ITS activities
- Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds
- Prepared lessons that reflected accommodations for individual student differences
- Implemented instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflected understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned
- Conducted ongoing assessments of students achievement
- Provided students with an environment that was conducive to learning and appropriate for physical, social and emotional development
- Provided supervisory leadership and management to all component groups within the theatre program
Theatre and Music Intern
Yellowstone Academy
Houston, TX
09.2013 - 12.2013
- Successfully engineered the scene and helped students develop their characters
- Mentored students through the production process
- Prepared and coordinated materials
- Helped students develop character and voice
- Assisted in the coordination and general support for various education programs including workshops and professional development
- Assisted in the preparation of curricular materials
Elementary Teaching Intern
STEPHENS ELEMENTARY
Garland, TX
08.2005 - 05.2006
- Obtained a vast knowledge on educational skills and procedures
- Successfully engineered the scene and helped students develop their characters
- Mentored students through the production process
- Prepared and coordinated materials
- Helped students develop character and voice
- Assisted in the coordination and general support for various education programs including workshops and professional development
- Assisted in the preparation of curricular materials
Elementary Teaching Intern
HICKMAN ELEMENTARY
Garland, TX
08.2004 - 05.2005
- Obtained knowledge on lesson planning and classroom management
- Successfully engineered the scene and helped students develop their characters
- Mentored students through the production process
- Prepared and coordinated materials
- Helped students develop character and voice
- Assisted in the coordination and general support for various education programs including workshops and professional development
- Assisted in the preparation of curricular materials
Education
Master of Science - Administration of Justice
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX12.2022
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Theatre- Cinema
TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Houston05.2014
BBA - Business Administration
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX05.2014
Skills
- Great communication Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- MS office skills
- Great time management skills
- People skills
- Problem solver
- Leadership skills
- Discpline
Timeline
Mentor Teacher
YES Prep Public School
08.2023 - Current
Teacher Advocacy Captain
YES Prep
08.2023 - Current
12th Grade Level Chair
YES Prep Public School
07.2023 - Current
Instructional Teacher Leader
YES Prep Public School
06.2023 - Current
Curriculum Writer
YES Prep
08.2021 - Current
Course Facilitator
YES Prep
08.2021 - Current
Family Engagement Ambassador
YES Prep Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Student Opportunities Coordinator
YES Prep Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Theatre Arts & ISPC Teacher
Yes Prep Public Schools Theatre
08.2018 - Current
Theatre Arts Director
Baytown Junior High School
08.2016 - 06.2018
Theatre and Music Intern
Yellowstone Academy
09.2013 - 12.2013
Elementary Teaching Intern
STEPHENS ELEMENTARY
08.2005 - 05.2006
Elementary Teaching Intern
HICKMAN ELEMENTARY
08.2004 - 05.2005
Master of Science - Administration of Justice
Texas Southern University
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Theatre- Cinema
TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
BBA - Business Administration
Texas Southern University
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