Amy Bruce
Teacher
Fort Wayne,Indiana
Summary
Certified Kindergarten Teacher creates and runs programs to educate beginning students and improve school readiness. Fosters growth and development in children while encouraging strong partnerships with families. Manages behavior issues through innovative and constructive correction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Harrison Hill Elementary
01.2023 - Current
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Assisted in curriculum development to align lessons with state standards and improve overall instructional quality.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
Substitute Teacher
Fort Wayne Community Schools
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Contributed to school-wide improvements in standardized test scores by aligning lesson plans with curriculum standards and objectives.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Teacher's Assistant
Harrison Hill Elementary
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Education
No Degree - Transition To Teaching
Taylor University
Upland, IN 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Oakland City University
Oakland City, IN 05.2001 -
Skills
Educational Games
Early Childhood Development
Early Reading
Emotional Support
Classroom Organization
Health and safety
Special Needs Support
Parent Communication
Parent-Teacher Communication
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Harrison Hill Elementary
01.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Fort Wayne Community Schools
08.2022 - 01.2023
Teacher's Assistant
Harrison Hill Elementary
09.2021 - 05.2022
No Degree - Transition To Teaching
Taylor University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Oakland City University
05.2001 -