Amber Tolar
Leawood
Summary
Results-driven education professional with extensive experience in classroom settings. Proven ability to support teachers, adapt to changing needs, and collaborate effectively with staff. Known for reliability, flexibility, and strong communication skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Permanent Substitute Teacher
ESS
10.2024 - Current
- Adapted curriculum materials to accommodate various learning styles and abilities, increasing overall comprehension levels among students.
- Designed engaging project-based lessons that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real-world situations.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student outcomes through collaborative planning efforts with staff members.
- Collaborated with colleagues to implement new teaching strategies, resulting in enhanced student engagement.
Student Teacher
Ray-Pec South Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs (Differentiated instruction).
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adjusting lesson plans as needed to address areas of struggle or mastery.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
United States Army Retired
United States Army
09.2008 - 02.2014
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Instruction
Ottawa University
Ottawa, KS09-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Ottawa University
Ottawa, KS05-2023
Skills
- Organization
- Student engagement
- Instructional strategies
- Safety awareness
Motivational Speaker with Teenage Students
As a speaker, I found relative subjects to help teenagers through tough and unmanageable circumstances.
Timeline
Permanent Substitute Teacher
ESS
10.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
Ray-Pec South Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2023
United States Army Retired
United States Army
09.2008 - 02.2014
Master of Arts - Education Instruction
Ottawa University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Ottawa University
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