Amy Bass
Boise,ID
Summary
Innovative educational technologist with expertise in curriculum development and product management. Leverages data analysis to enhance learning experiences and integrate effective educational technologies. Committed to driving measurable improvements in student outcomes through strategic implementation of tools and resources.
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson plan design
- Data analysis
- Tech integration
- Digital tools
- Technical support
- Student assessment
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Classroom management
- Problem solving
- Adaptability to change
- Creativity in instruction
- Effective communication
- Professional growth
Work History
Educational Technologist/Teacher
West Ada School District
Meridian, Idaho
08.2016 - Current
- Accelerate learning outcomes through providing clarity of products and quality of delivery.
- Analyzed product data to supplement instruction, contributing to measurable student growth from August to March 2026.
- Collaborated with professionals to enhance clarity and effectiveness of instruction delivery.
- Design and implement lesson plans using high quality district curriculum to close learning gaps.
- Develop and maintain technology systems for educational purposes.
- Implement digital tools to enhance student learning experiences.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate technology into lesson plans.
- Evaluated technology needs and recommended solutions.
- Provided training sessions for users on how to use new software applications effectively.
- Provided stakeholders with clear learning expectations and actionable steps to achieve educational goals.
- Provided technical support to educators and students in classrooms.
Elementary School Teacher
West Ada School District
Meridian, Idaho
08.2004 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Integrated technology into lessons, increasing student participation and facilitating deeper understanding of subject matter.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student academic growth.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Modified instructional materials to accommodate special needs and learning differences.
- Facilitated small group activities to support individualized instruction.
- Organized educational activities and field trips that enhanced student engagement and real-world connections to the curriculum.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Promoted an atmosphere of mutual respect between teachers and students.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing effective teaching practices and classroom techniques to foster their professional growth.
- Served as mentor for new teachers in the department.
- Participated in professional development activities related to educational trends.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences throughout the year.
- Engaged parents in meaningful dialogue about their child's academic performance.
- Supervised extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Collaborated with colleagues in creating interdisciplinary curriculum units.
- Encouraged creativity among students by providing them with open-ended tasks.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Technology
12-2014
- [Award] Recipient of Excellence in Graduate Scholarship. The Carolyn Thorsen Award Medal.
- [Number] GPA 3.89
- Coursework: Instructional Design, Multi-Media Design, Technology Supported Project Based Learning, Technology Program and Product Evaluation, Teaching and Learning in Virtual Worlds, Graphic Design for Learning, Integrating Technology into Classroom Curriculum. Online portfolio: http://basstechnologyflash.wordpress.com/
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
05-2003
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience