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AMBER N. SPARGO

Belmont,NC

Summary

Resourceful and innovative Instructional Designer with demonstrated success in utilizing innovative training techniques to increase workforce efficiency. Offering insightful analysis of content and design to create value-added learning programs that achieve desired business outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

District Math Curriculum Facilitator

Gaston County Schools
07.2020 - Current
  • Designed and developed exceptional district standards-aligned curriculum resources for district-wide curriculum implementation support.
  • Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of professional development.
  • Researched and incorporated current trends and data into standard curriculum for middle grades math.
  • Designed course materials and supported implementation.
  • Delivered top-quality professional development addressing needs of specific specialist groups.
  • Disaggregated data utilizing multiple data points to make informed decisions on curriculum, support, and coaching needs.
  • Supported over 100 math teachers district-wide to align instruction with state standards and best instructional practices.
  • Effectively coached teachers utilizing coaching protocol and cycle method in order to increase teacher effectiveness.

Middle School Math Teacher

Gaston County Schools
07.2018 - 06.2020
  • Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
  • Developed detailed knowledge of school's mathematics scope and sequence for all related levels to better serve students.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Modeled core values of school on daily basis in interactions with students, families, administrators and fellow teachers.

Middle Grades Math Teacher

Gaston County Schools
12.2013 - 06.2018
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction

Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC
05.2020

AIG Certification -

Wingate University
Wingate, NC
2016

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Belmont Abbey College
Belmont, NC
2013

Skills

  • Curriculum Planning and Implementation
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Instructional Leadership
  • Adult Learning Principles
  • Collaboration
  • Training Material Development
  • Presentation/Facilitation
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Coaching
  • Relationship Building

Accomplishments

  • Curriculum Instructional Specialist 2020
  • Standard Professional I Educator’s License Teacher, Academically Gifted 2016
  • Standard Professional I Educator’s License Teacher, Science 6-9 2015
  • Standard Professional I Educator’s License Teacher, Mathematics 6-9 2014
  • Standard Professional I Educator’s License Teacher, Elementary Education 2014

Affiliations

NCMLE State Conference 2023

NCCTM State Conference 2022

NCMLE State Conference 2022

NCCTM State Conference 2019

Gaston County Teaching and Learning Conference 2018

NCMLE State Conference 2017

York Chester Middle School Mini Session 2016

Gaston County Middle School Conference 2016

Gaston County Teaching and Learning Conference 2016

Pinnacle Showcase, Stuart Cramer High School 2016

Title I Math Meeting, Teacher Resource Center 2015

Presenter at RCA Workshop, Radar Center 2015

Timeline

District Math Curriculum Facilitator

Gaston County Schools
07.2020 - Current

Middle School Math Teacher

Gaston County Schools
07.2018 - 06.2020

Middle Grades Math Teacher

Gaston County Schools
12.2013 - 06.2018

Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction

Gardner-Webb University

AIG Certification -

Wingate University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Belmont Abbey College
AMBER N. SPARGO