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Amber Pottorff

Many,LA

Summary

Demonstrated ability to create engaging lesson plans and foster collaborative classroom environment. Demonstrated ability to utilize innovative teaching strategies and strong classroom management skills. Professional educator with strong background in elementary language arts instruction.

*First year here, I taught 3rd grade ELA.

*Years 2-4, I taught 3rd grade ELA/SS.

*Year 5, I taught 3rd/4th grade SPED ELA only with CMC in all subjects.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

3rd and 4th Grade ELA Teacher

Many Elem-Sabine Parish School Board
07.2020 - 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.

Online English Tutor

Vipkid Online Teaching
10.2016 - 07.2020
  • Promoted a positive online learning environment by fostering respectful and inclusive interactions between students.
  • Developed customized study plans for each learner based on their individual needs and goals, leading to improved outcomes.
  • Applied in-depth understanding of course materials and tutoring tactics to help new students.
  • Taught over 8,000 classes.

2nd Grade Teacher

Walnut Hill Elem/Middle-Caddo Parish School Board
07.2008 - 07.2020
  • Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.

Head Cashier

Roadrunner Car Wash
04.2001 - 08.2007
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area, contributing to a pleasant shopping environment for customers.
  • Mentored new cashiers, providing comprehensive training that resulted in increased productivity.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with professionalism and empathy, working diligently toward satisfactory resolutions.

Cashier

Brookshire's Grocery
02.1997 - 12.2002
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education-PreK-3

Louisiana State University-Shreveport
Shreveport, LA
12-2007

High School Diploma -

C.E. Byrd High School
Shreveport, LA
05-1999

Skills

  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Growth mindset
  • Peer collaboration
  • Collaborative learning

Accomplishments

  • Earned "Rookie Teacher of the Year" in 2008.
  • Earned "Teacher of the Year" in 2012.
  • Reached out to community to gather donations of materials and supplies for students. Awarded many Donors Choose projects.
  • Had students who achieved high AR points and DIBELS scores year after year.

Timeline

3rd and 4th Grade ELA Teacher

Many Elem-Sabine Parish School Board
07.2020 - Current

Online English Tutor

Vipkid Online Teaching
10.2016 - 07.2020

2nd Grade Teacher

Walnut Hill Elem/Middle-Caddo Parish School Board
07.2008 - 07.2020

Head Cashier

Roadrunner Car Wash
04.2001 - 08.2007

Cashier

Brookshire's Grocery
02.1997 - 12.2002

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education-PreK-3

Louisiana State University-Shreveport

High School Diploma -

C.E. Byrd High School

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