Amiee Schmetzer
Valparaiso,Indiana
Summary
Dedicated and innovative Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teacher with 16 years of experience spanning high school, middle school, and specialized career and technical centers. Passionate about equipping students with essential business, computer applications and technical skills to enhance their future life challenges. Seeking an opportunity to apply a diverse teaching background and expertise in technology-driven education to foster student engagement, develop industry-relevant curricula, and contribute to a positive learning environment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Education Teacher
Valparaiso Community Schools
08.2017 - Current
- Developed rigorous and relevant curriculum for Digital Applications and Responsibilities, Exploring College and Careers, Keyboarding, Digital Communications, Careers and Personal Finance to six-eighth grade students.
- Maintained a positive learning environment that fostered growth mindset.
- Boosted student engagement with group projects and collaborative activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes Sponsor
- National Junior Honor Society Sponsor
Instructional Assistant
Flint Lake Elementary School
08.2011 - 05.2017
- Implemented Digital Citizenship Education lessons
- Literacy Block small group facilitator
- Title 1 small group facilitator
- Supervised students during non-instructional times
Business and Technology Education Teacher
Blue River Career Programs
08.2000 - 05.2003
- Taught Business Technology Lab I and II where students were able to earn MOUS certification
- Developed customized curriculum materials to meet individuals future career paths related to technology education
- Business Professionals of America sponsor - local, state and national winners
- Facilitated a printing and copying student run business as a fundraiser for the student organization
Business and Technology Teacher
Rensselaer Central High School
08.1995 - 08.2000
- Department Chairperson 1998-2000
- Designed engaging project-based assignments for Business Foundations, Business Law, Jobs for America's Graduates, Business Technology I and II, Interdisciplinary Cooperative Education, Marketing Foundations, Sports and Entertainment Marketing
- DECA Advisor - local, state and National winners
- Business Professionals of America Advisor - local, state and National winners
Education
Vocational Education License Endorsement
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05-1996
Bachelor of Science - Business And Technology Education
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05-1995
Skills
- Results Driven
- Integrity
- Dedicated
- Curriculum development experience
- Establishes rapport with colleagues and students
- Effective verbal and written Communication skills
- Proficient with Google Suite
- Efficient and Effective classroom management
Timeline
Business Education Teacher
Valparaiso Community Schools
08.2017 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Flint Lake Elementary School
08.2011 - 05.2017
Business and Technology Education Teacher
Blue River Career Programs
08.2000 - 05.2003
Business and Technology Teacher
Rensselaer Central High School
08.1995 - 08.2000
Vocational Education License Endorsement
Ball State University
Bachelor of Science - Business And Technology Education
Ball State University
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