Amirah Walker
Camden
Summary
Dedicated versatile educator with over a decade of experience in K-12 settings. Proven strengths in classroom behavior management and lesson execution. Recognized for adaptability and ability to create engaging learning experiences that promote student success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS
Cherry Hill
08.2012 - Current
- Delivered engaging lessons across diverse subjects to K-12 students.
- Managed classroom behavior to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure smooth lesson transitions.
- Applied school policies and procedures to enhance daily classroom operations.
- Communicated effectively with students, parents, and school staff regularly.
- Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
- Communicated observations on student behavior and performance to inform teacher strategies.
- Created engaging activities to stimulate student interest and participation in learning.
- Accepted substitute teaching roles due to strong recommendations from colleagues.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Instructed small groups or individual students who need extra help or attention.
- Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
- Maintained accurate attendance records and student performance documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Rutgers University- Camden
Camden, NJ05-2012
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Lecturing and teaching
- Student engagement
- Communication strategies
- Conflict resolution
- Creativity in teaching
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability to change
Certification
- Certificate of Eligibility-English, NJ Department of Education, 2026
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS
08.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English
Rutgers University- Camden