Amy Brinkley
Greenville,NC
You often meet your fate on the road you take to avoid it.
French proverb
Summary
Dedicated teacher offering 27 years of experience in English Language Arts programs who seeks opportunities to improve literacy instruction for current middle and upper grade students. Expertise includes curriculum preparation and ongoing data evaluation. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
8th Grade ELA Teacher
E.B. Aycock Middle School
08.2023 - Current
- Member of MTSS team targeting 30 students to improve reading and literacy skills
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in ELA education and curriculum trends.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
8th Grade ELA Teacher
Pactolus Global School
01.2019 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Enhanced literacy skills by implementing targeted reading strategies and comprehension exercises.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives focused on improving overall academic achievement and promoting a culture of excellence among students.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing expertise and guidance for successful classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Supported English Language Learners through targeted scaffolding techniques, enhancing language acquisition and academic performance.
Middle School ELA Teacher
Ignite Innovation Academy
08.2016 - 12.2018
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Streamlined grading processes by utilizing technology tools, allowing for more timely feedback on student work.
- Promoted growth mindset within classroom, encouraging students to embrace challenges and learn from setbacks.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that connected ELA concepts to other subjects.
Online English Teacher
Pitt County Virtual Academy
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Created English IV course for initial district Virtual Academy
- Utilize Canvas LMS to teach up to 30 students virtually in semester long courses.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at increasing overall student achievement levels through participation in committee meetings and professional development workshops focused on enhancing online teaching strategies.
English Teacher
Farmville Central High School
08.1997 - 06.2016
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
- Served as advisor for extracurricular clubs or organizations, contributing to overall development of well-rounded students.
- Mentored new teachers within department, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
Education
Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction Teacher Leadership -
01.2014 - 08.2016
Bachelors of Arts in English, Secondary Education -
08.1993 - 05.1996
Skills
- Curriculum Design and Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Data Analysis
- Teacher Mentoring and Development
- Literacy Strategies Implementation
- Staff Development Planning
- Student Engagement Strategies
- Technology Integration
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Collaborative Teaching
- Writing instruction
- Literary Analysis
Certification
- Curriculum Specialist License
- English Language Arts 6-9 License
- Academically or Intellectually Gifted License
- English 9-12 License
- French K-12 License
Accomplishments
- Commended for exemplary teaching and service to students.
- Taught 3000 kids over 27 years
- Planned and oversaw special field trip to France/England.
- Improved student performance by an average of 5% by revamping approach.
- Supervised team of 8 staff members as Department Chair
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursAffiliations
- NCTE
Timeline
8th Grade ELA Teacher - E.B. Aycock Middle School
08.2023 - Current
8th Grade ELA Teacher - Pactolus Global School
01.2019 - 06.2023
Middle School ELA Teacher - Ignite Innovation Academy
08.2016 - 12.2018
Online English Teacher - Pitt County Virtual Academy
06.2014 - 06.2016
Gardner-Webb University - Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction Teacher Leadership,
01.2014 - 08.2016
English Teacher - Farmville Central High School
08.1997 - 06.2016
Marywood University - Bachelors of Arts in English, Secondary Education,
08.1993 - 05.1996
- Curriculum and Instructional Specialist
- AIG
- Language Arts 6-9
- English 9-12
- French K-12
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