Amber Schmidt
Elementary Teacher
Hastings,NE
Summary
Accomplished 4th grade teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Adams Central Public Schools
Hastings, NE
08.2020 - Current
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Hastings Public Schools
Hastings, NE
09.2017 - Current
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade
Grand Island Public Schools
Grand Island, NE
08.2009 - 05.2014
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Utilized study guides and interactive study tools to increase standardized test scores.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Liaised with other faculty and staff to monitor halls, bathrooms, playgrounds and lunchrooms.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
- Incorporated multiple types of technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney 05.2005 - 12.2008
Skills
Classroom management
Group and individual instruction
Verbal and written communication
Creative problem solving
Organizational abilities
Adaptable
Differentiated instruction
Additional Information
2014-Current I chose to step away from having my own classroom full time to raise my children.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Adams Central Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Hastings Public Schools
09.2017 - Current
Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade
Grand Island Public Schools
08.2009 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Nebraska At Kearney
05.2005 - 12.2008