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Amie Cliburn Frulla

Union,MS

Summary

Innovative educator with a proven track record at Choctaw Tribal Schools, specializing in differentiated instruction and student engagement. Expert in curriculum implementation and classroom management, fostering critical thinking and positive relationships. Committed to serving diverse communities and adapting strategies to meet individual student needs, enhancing academic success and personal growth.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher, Talented and Gifted, 7th-12th Grades

Choctaw Tribal Schools
Choctaw, MS
08.2018 - Current
  • Provided customized learning experiences based on individual proficiency.
  • Created, implemented, and assessed individualized learning plans annually according to district standards.
  • Engaged in conferences and continuing education classes to enhance knowledge of gifted education.
  • Facilitated critical thinking in students through diverse teaching methods.
  • Designed individualized curricula for academically underachieving students.
  • Fostered collaboration among students, parents and teaching staff.

District Yearbook Advisor

Choctaw Tribal School System
Choctaw, MS
10.2020 - 06.2024
  • Utilized software programs such as Adobe InDesign and Photoshop to design layouts for each page of the yearbook.
  • Facilitated educational workshops for student staff on photography, design formats, and copy standards.
  • Directed student engagement and managed yearbook-related activities across the district.
  • Coordinated student-developed themes and design concepts.
  • Created original templates and designed spreads to maintain theme consistency.
  • Published the district's inaugural, nationally recognized, award-winning yearbook.

Teacher, 7th/8th Grade Science Teacher

Choctaw Tribal Schools
Choctaw, MS
12.2011 - 07.2018
  • Designed engaging content to ensure comprehensive coverage of curriculum.
  • Educated students in subject-specific content, effective learning methods and social skill development.
  • Cultivated a respectful and collaborative classroom setting.
  • Collaborated with parents, guardians, and others to evaluate student progress.
  • Facilitated consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
  • Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.

Real Estate Agent

RE/MAX
Biloxi, MS
08.2007 - 12.2014
  • Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
  • Negotiated purchase agreements and contracts with buyers and sellers.
  • Managed marketing strategies for properties including advertising campaigns, social media and open houses.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with banks, attorneys, mortgage lenders, and builders.
  • Performed administrative duties such as preparing paperwork for listing presentations, tracking sales data and updating internal databases.

Teacher, 2nd-4th, Self-Contained Loop

Biloxi Public School District
Biloxi, MS
08.1996 - 05.2006
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of the material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • As Lead Tier Teacher, I assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates, and grading.
  • Created and enforced a child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.

Education

Master of Science - Elementary Education

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS
06.1996

Skills

  • Digital media literacy
  • Technical proficiency
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Curriculum development
  • Leadership skills
  • Relationship building
  • Communication skills
  • Growth mindset
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking

Timeline

District Yearbook Advisor

Choctaw Tribal School System
10.2020 - 06.2024

Teacher, Talented and Gifted, 7th-12th Grades

Choctaw Tribal Schools
08.2018 - Current

Teacher, 7th/8th Grade Science Teacher

Choctaw Tribal Schools
12.2011 - 07.2018

Real Estate Agent

RE/MAX
08.2007 - 12.2014

Teacher, 2nd-4th, Self-Contained Loop

Biloxi Public School District
08.1996 - 05.2006

Master of Science - Elementary Education

University of Southern Mississippi
Amie Cliburn Frulla