Amber Snyder
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Experienced early childhood educator prepared for leadership in classroom setting. Experienced with creating inclusive and engaging classroom environments for young learners. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for patience, empathy, and effective communication with children, parents, and colleagues.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Start Teacher
Maricopa County Human Services
12.2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that encouraged academic success.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to meet individual needs.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by maintaining open lines of communication.
- Assumed supervisor duties when required, such as closing down a classroom, communicating with parents and facilities manager, and supported fellow educators.
- Served as a mentor for new assistant teachers, providing guidance and support throughout their time at Head Start.
Omni Lead
Kohl's Department Stores, Inc
10.2013 - 01.2022
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
Teacher
Chandler Unified School District
07.2015 - 05.2021
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Attended IEP meetings for students and families and tracked student progress in reports to resource teachers.
- Site lead for Girls On The Run program to promote female empowerment by teaching life skills through lessons and running.
Teacher
Head Start
07.2013 - 06.2015
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals within classroom meetings and at-home visits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-2013
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Curriculum planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
Timeline
Head Start Teacher
Maricopa County Human Services
12.2021 - Current
Teacher
Chandler Unified School District
07.2015 - 05.2021
Omni Lead
Kohl's Department Stores, Inc
10.2013 - 01.2022
Teacher
Head Start
07.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northern Arizona University