Amy Billyard
Teacher
RUSSELLVILLE,AR
Summary
Enthusiastic P-4 Licensed Lead Teacher with 23 years of experience in early childhood education. Passionate about child development and learning. Friendly, outgoing and adaptable in approach.
Compassionate and effective teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and family engagement. Student centered instructor, and passionate about student success, working with families, and mentoring others. Work well independently or on a teaching team. Well-versed in classroom behavior management and meeting individual needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Center Valley Preschool On-site Lead Teacher
Russellville School District
07.2012 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
Teacher/Director ABC Preschool
Child Development Inc.
07.2005 - 05.2012
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
2nd Grade Teacher
SC Tucker Elementary School
06.2003 - 06.2005
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
ESL 2nd-4th Grade Teacher
SC Tucker Elementary School
06.2002 - 07.2003
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing the unique needs of each student in the classroom.
- Provided one-on-one support for students in learning English verbal and written skills, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies, Minor in Biology
University of The Ozarks
Clarksville, AR05.1995
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Management
- Conscious Discipline
- Parent-Teacher Communication/Collaboration
- Educational Leadership
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individual, small group, and large group instruction
Timeline
Center Valley Preschool On-site Lead Teacher
Russellville School District
07.2012 - Current
Teacher/Director ABC Preschool
Child Development Inc.
07.2005 - 05.2012
2nd Grade Teacher
SC Tucker Elementary School
06.2003 - 06.2005
ESL 2nd-4th Grade Teacher
SC Tucker Elementary School
06.2002 - 07.2003
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies, Minor in Biology
University of The Ozarks