Amy Carr
American Fork,UT
Summary
I am a dedicated and passionate educator with extensive experience in diverse school settings, including rural, inner-city, Title I, charter, public, and various grades from K-9. Professional roles have ranged from classroom teacher to administrator, instructional coach, curriculum designer, storyteller, and parent volunteer. I have developed early literacy programs and workshops for children and caregivers, designed elementary curriculum for the state of Utah, and created curriculum for English language learners. I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience, a commitment to excellent teaching practices and resources, the ability to mentor and collaborate with individuals and groups, and a talent for uniting people in achieving common goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Coach
Lincoln Academy Charter School
07.2021 - Current
- grade-levelCoach teachers to improve practices by providing individualized collaboration, professional development, and modeling instructional strategies.
- Implement research-based instructional strategies to address achievement gaps among various student populations, fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students through classroom observations and collaboration with teachers.
- Create customized professional development workshops tailored to address specific challenges identified within each department or grade level team.
- Increase student engagement through the implementation of innovative teaching techniques and resources.
- Establish and implement a system for tracking teacher progress toward meeting professional growth goals, promoting accountability and reflection throughout the school year.
Early Literacy Storytime Programs
Orem Public Library
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Designed, planned, and performed a variety of storytime programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers.
- Wrote and recorded book reviews for the "Check It Out" podcast, a monthly book review podcast of children's literature across a variety of genres.
- Conducted Headstart Conference workshops for parents/caregivers on early literacy practices.
- Curated various book lists for toddlers and elementary age children.
Curriculum Designer (Contract Work)
Alegra Learning
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Wrote original stories for a literacy curriculum that teaches English as a second language and character values to elementary age children.
- Wrote lesson plans and activities for English language curriculum.
- Enhanced curriculum quality by conducting thorough research and incorporating best practices in instructional design.
Assistant Director & Instructional Coach
Odyssey Charter School
08.2011 - 01.2012
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students' academic performance and retention rate.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Led professional development workshops on topics such as classroom management, differentiated instruction, and assessment strategies.
Assistant Principal (Internship)
Provost Elementary School
08.2000 - 11.2000
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Provo School District
08.1996 - 06.2000
- Classroom teacher in grades 3, 5, & 6
- Established clear expectations for behavior, creating a respectful and inclusive classroom environment.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a sense of trust and mutual respect.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership & Foundation
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT08.2002
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT08.1996
Skills
- Excellent communication abilities
- Instructional planning skills
- Teaching strategies
- Collaborative learning
- Student Engagement
- Feedback Delivery
- Differentiated Instruction
- Establishing Learning Goals
- Workshop Facilitation
- Academic Performance Improvement
- Verbal and written communication
- Learning techniques
Additional Information
Conference Presenter
- Children's Literature Association of Utah (2008 & 2010): Teaching Early Literacy Skills Through Picture Books
- Utah Library Association (2021): Planning and Presenting Effective Storytime Programs for Children & Caregivers
- Utah Council of Teachers of Mathematics (2024): Using TeachFX to Increase Student Engagement & Thinkig
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Lincoln Academy Charter School
07.2021 - Current
Curriculum Designer (Contract Work)
Alegra Learning
08.2019 - 04.2020
Early Literacy Storytime Programs
Orem Public Library
05.2018 - 05.2021
Assistant Director & Instructional Coach
Odyssey Charter School
08.2011 - 01.2012
Assistant Principal (Internship)
Provost Elementary School
08.2000 - 11.2000
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Provo School District
08.1996 - 06.2000
Master of Science - Educational Leadership & Foundation
Brigham Young University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Brigham Young University
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