Amy Bruce
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Fort Wayne Community Schools - Elementary
12.2022 - Current
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
Meeting Facilitator
Allen County Drug Court
07.2022 - Current
- Mentored new facilitators, providing guidance on effective facilitation techniques and tools.
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs and adapting facilitation techniques as needed.
- Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into sessions.
- Mentor participants outside of the group to help them have a stronger support system.
Teacher's Assistant
Fort Wayne Community Schools - Elementary
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Implemented classroom rules and procedures to maintain discipline and order.
- Provided clerical support to teachers, including photocopying, filing, and organizing instructional resources.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and teachers.
- Supported classroom teacher in managing a diverse classroom of students.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Teaching
Taylor University
Upland, INBachelor of Science - Business Management
Oakland City University
Oakland City, IN05.2007
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Technology integration
- Parent communication
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
I work at the Hooley Horse Farm for two weeks each summer., I work with special needs students at our church.
Timeline
Teacher
Fort Wayne Community Schools - Elementary
12.2022 - Current
Meeting Facilitator
Allen County Drug Court
07.2022 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Fort Wayne Community Schools - Elementary
09.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Oakland City University
Some College (No Degree) - Teaching
Taylor University