Amber Todd
Hood River,OR
Summary
Detail oriented teacher with a strong work ethic and a caring demeanor, skilled in special needs support and lesson implementation. At Hood River County School District, I enhanced student engagement through tailored teaching strategies and fostered a positive learning environment, promoting social and emotional development while reinforcing core educational concepts and completing my student teaching program through George Fox University.
I am experienced and professional, committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Teaching Assistant
Hood River County School District
03.2022 - Current
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in school events, meetings, and professional development opportunities.
- Utilized data-driven decision making when planning lessons, analyzing assessment results to identify gaps in knowledge and tailor instruction accordingly.
- Improved student comprehension by employing various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Provided individualized support for students with special needs, ensuring equitable access to educational resources and opportunities.
- Enhanced classroom engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and collaborative group work.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
Student Teacher, Fifth Grade
Hood River County School District
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Explained class material to children under supervision from teacher.
- Encouraged students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills.
- Reported back to faculty advisor about personal progress, identifying areas for improvement and making plans for enhanced progress.
- Supported lead teachers in daily tasks such as attendance records, test administration and behavioral enforcement.
- Improved teaching abilities by closely monitoring teaching methods and impacts and implementing viable changes to curriculum and teaching methods.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts, and in-depth subject matter.
- Increased parental involvement through regular communication, conferences, and classroom events.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a safe and respectful environment conducive to learning.
- Implemented formative assessments to gauge student understanding and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and building rapport with students.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
North Clackamas School District
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, promoting a structured environment conducive to learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and consistently enforced consequences in order to maintain an orderly classroom conducive to learning.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth.
- Consistently received positive feedback from students, and administrators for dedication to student success and creating a supportive learning environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Teaching
George Fox University
Newberg, OR04-2025
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR06-2017
Skills
- Age-appropriate activities
- Positive reinforcement
- Special needs support
- Health and safety
- Lesson implementation
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Organizational and planning skills
- Caring and empathetic demeanor
- Promoting social and emotional development
- Reinforcing learning concepts
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Curriculum-based lessons
Timeline
Student Teacher, Fifth Grade
Hood River County School District
01.2025 - 04.2025
Instructional Teaching Assistant
Hood River County School District
03.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-5
North Clackamas School District
10.2018 - 03.2020
Master of Arts - Elementary Teaching
George Fox University
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences
Oregon State University
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