Amber Rife
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Reliable employee seeking Teaching position within General education classroom K-5 or Special Education General curriculum resource/inclusion teacher. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Experienced education professional with strong background in special education. Skilled in developing individualized education plans, implementing effective teaching strategies, and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Focused on team collaboration and achieving measurable results, adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Known for patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Guilford County School System
Sedalia
08.2024 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans to address diverse learning needs of students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom engagement and reduce disruptions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adapt instructional methods.
- Designed and executed lesson plans tailored for special education students, fostering inclusive learning environments.
- Evaluated student performance data to identify areas for improvement and adjust teaching approaches accordingly.
- Established strong relationships with parents and caregivers, enhancing communication regarding student needs and progress.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistency in enforcing rules.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Used state and district assessments to determine student abilities and track academic progress.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Guilford County School System
Greensboro, NC
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
Veterinary Assistant
Northwood Animal Hospital
High Point, NC
09.2020 - 11.2023
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Collected patient blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms and surgical equipment.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical and diagnostic procedures.
Veterinary Assistant
Friendly Animal Clinic
Greensboro, NC
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
Veterinary Assistant
North Elm Animal Hospital
Greensboro, NC
03.2017 - 02.2019
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Assisted senior staff with collecting sample and physical assessments.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, and diagnostic procedures.
Education
Residency Licensure - Elementary Education
Barton College
Wilson, NC05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Animal Sciences
North Carolina A & T State University
Greensboro, NC12.2017
Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Microsoft Office
- Google Slides
- Lesson plans
- Parent or staff communication
- Conflict resolution
- Small or large group lessons
- One on one help for students needing extra help
- Open referrals for possible EC students
- Re-evaluations for EC students
- Eligibility meetings
- Keep EC files in order to NCDPI standards
- Critical Thinking
- Patience
- Organization
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Individualized education plan creation
- Progress monitoring
- Classroom organization
- Assessment strategies
- Visual supports
- Parent-teacher communication
- Social-emotional learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Relationship building
- De-escalation techniques
- Social skills development
Accomplishments
- Passed Pearson 190 Foundations of reading, Special Education: Foundational Knowledge (5355), and Elementary Education: Mathematics CKT (7813)
- LETRS training units 1 and 2
- Leadership school based team 2025-2026
Certification
CPI- (Crisis intervention) Training covers verbal de-escalation, recognizing behavior stages, non-violent crisis intervention, and, when necessary, safe physical interventions.
Timeline
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Guilford County School System
08.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Guilford County School System
11.2023 - 06.2024
Veterinary Assistant
Northwood Animal Hospital
09.2020 - 11.2023
Veterinary Assistant
Friendly Animal Clinic
02.2019 - 09.2020
Veterinary Assistant
North Elm Animal Hospital
03.2017 - 02.2019
Residency Licensure - Elementary Education
Barton College
Bachelor of Science - Animal Sciences
North Carolina A & T State University