Amber Wells
Herriman,UT
Summary
Skilled educator with strong expertise in special education. Adept at developing tailored learning plans, employing effective instructional strategies, and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and delivering measurable results. Proficient in behavior management, individualized education plans, and student assessments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Unit Special Education Teacher
Canyons School District
08.2023 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Utilized variety of methods, skills and tools to provide direct behavior support to students on caseload.
Special Education Teacher
Nebo School District - Santaquin Elem
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Camp Counselor
Oakcrest Girls Camp
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
Special Education Teacher
Ascent Academies West Jordan
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
Substitute Teacher
Utah County schools
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Life Skills and Teen Program Mentor
North Eastern Services
10.2015 - 07.2018
- Supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in building independence through personalized skill development and coaching.
- Delivered instruction in essential life skills, including medication management, financial literacy, and community integration activities such as shopping and transportation.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date documentation on participant progress, providing regular reports and feedback to internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure continuity of care and goal alignment.
Internship
ScenicView Academy
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Promoted independence in daily living tasks by teaching students with autism self-care routines and strategies for completing homework assignments or other academic tasks.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ11.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Utah Valley University
12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education With Minor in Autism
Utah Valley University
12-2015
Associate of Arts -
Snow College
Ephraim, UT01.2013
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Management
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Curriculum adjustments
- Data collection
- Collaborative teamwork
- Progress evaluations
- Instructional strategies
- Assessment strategies
- De-escalation techniques
- Written communication
Involvement
- Volunteer Trip - Teaching in Thailand and working at an Elephant Sanctuary
- Student teaching in Tonga, New Zealand, and United States
- Top 3 worker at Alder Security
- Employee of the Month for North Eastern Services
- Volunteer Trip Leader for UVU Outdoor Adventure Center
- Utah Valley Institute Singers
- Recruitment Ambassador for UVU
- Snow College Student Body - Activity/Budget Officer
- Outdoor Science School Counselor - Camp Campbell
- Full Time Missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Chicago, IL)
Timeline
Behavior Unit Special Education Teacher
Canyons School District
08.2023 - Current
Camp Counselor
Oakcrest Girls Camp
05.2022 - 08.2022
Special Education Teacher
Nebo School District - Santaquin Elem
08.2019 - 05.2023
Special Education Teacher
Ascent Academies West Jordan
11.2018 - 05.2019
Internship
ScenicView Academy
05.2016 - 08.2016
Substitute Teacher
Utah County schools
01.2016 - 12.2018
Life Skills and Teen Program Mentor
North Eastern Services
10.2015 - 07.2018
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Utah Valley University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education With Minor in Autism
Utah Valley University
Associate of Arts -
Snow College
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