Amy Carr
American Fork,UT
Summary
Versatile Programs Manager and Educator with extensive experience in early literacy, curriculum design, and instructional leadership. Proven track record of spearheading innovative, community-based educational initiatives across public libraries and schools. Expert in mentoring staff, facilitating professional development, and leveraging evidence-based strategies to drive engagement and learning outcomes. A passionate communicator and collaborative leader committed to fostering lifelong learning through creative, mission-driven programming.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Programs Department Manager
Lehi City Library
2025.04 - 2026.04
- Oversaw, designed, and implemented 20+ library programs for patrons ranging from babies to adults.
- Revitalized library programming strategy by transitioning from passive entertainment to active, mission-driven patron enrichment, resulting in higher engagement and educational value.
- Cultivated a transparent and supportive team culture, fostering collaboration among staff to co-manage assignments and optimize departmental workflows.
- Facilitated professional development and instructional training for library staff, ensuring best teaching practices were consistently applied across all age-specific programming.
- Audited and evaluated existing library programs to assess relevance and impact, utilizing data-driven insights to refine curriculum and allocate resources effectively.
Instructional Coach/Teacher Aide Supervisor
Lincoln Academy
2021.08 - 2024.08
- Partner with teachers to support their classroom teaching and student learning goals
- Assist in student data collection to help teachers make informed decisions about current teaching methodologies
- Plan and facilitate Professional Development meetings with a focus on improving student achievement
- Teach, model, and provide support in research-based instructional practices and pedagogy
- Manage a team of 40 teacher aides; provide training meetings, in-service, and help coordinate schedules
Producer
Podcast, Orem Public Library
2021.01 - Current
- Write original scripts and stories, record, and produce the "Little Learners
- Storytime," a monthly storytime podcast for children 0-6 years old and their caregivers
Storyteller/Early Literacy Specialist
Orem Public Library
2018.04 - 2021.08
- Designed, planned, and performed various 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
- Wrote library and literacy related posts for the "Just Browsing" Orem Library blog
- Presented at the 2021 Utah Library Association conference; provided training on planning and presenting effective storytime programs; planned and hosted a session of the "Check It Out!" virtual book club meeting for children 8-12 years old
Curriculum Designer
Alegra Learning
2019.08 - 2020.04
- 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
Assistant Director/Instructional Coach
Odyssey Charter School
2011.08 - 2012.01
- Facilitated the professional development of teachers with a focus on improving student achievement
- Communicated, demonstrated, and provided instruction in research-based instructional practices
- Provided formal and informal teacher observations in the classroom to support, improve, and facilitate new teaching strategies and practices
- Worked closely with administrators to identify the individual needs of teachers, develop strategies to meet these needs, and provide personal training and support
- Helped develop and implement Professional Learning Communities to assist educators in analyzing data, setting goals, and promoting ongoing learning both individually and collaboratively in teaching practices and strategies
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction
- Analyzed student assessments and diagnostic testing to make decisions regarding curriculum implementation and teaching methodologies
Storyteller/Early Literacy Specialist
Library, American Fork
2002.01 - 2004.08
- American Fork Library and Provo, Designed, planned, and performed a variety of storytime programming for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers; taught early literacy classes to parents and caregivers in the community
- Presented early literacy workshops for caregivers at Head Start preschool conferences
Assistant Principal
Provost Elementary School
2000.08 - 2000.11
- Worked in this capacity as an intern for 3 months as part of my master's program in Educational Leadership and Foundations at Brigham Young
- University
- Assessed student performance, behavior, and social development; devised improvement strategies for struggling children
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques
- Assisted principal in managing school administrative operations; enforced disciplinary policies and procedures
- Reviewed standardized test results to assess student progress and academic performance
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior, and instructional strategies
Classroom Teacher
Provo School District
1996.08 - 2000.05
- Taught 5th grade, 6th grade, and a multi-age combined 5th/6th class
- Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students
- Was the administrator of an after-school literacy clinic that paired adults from the community with struggling readers to provide additional practice and improvement in literacy skills
- Wrote and developed science curriculum for Utah State Core Standards
- Received the Golden Apple Teacher Award, an award given for excellence in teaching as voted on by students and parents
- Attended numerous professional development workshops and conferences in an effort to utilize the best teaching practices in my classroom
- Assisted teachers in developing and implementing an art curriculum in their individual classrooms as a school art team specialist
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT, WashingtonMaster of Arts - Educational Leadership and Foundations, School Administration
Brigham Young University
Provo, UTSkills
- Excellent communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Organization and planning skills
- Academic performance improvement
Timeline
Programs Department Manager
Lehi City Library
2025.04 - 2026.04
Instructional Coach/Teacher Aide Supervisor
Lincoln Academy
2021.08 - 2024.08
Producer
Podcast, Orem Public Library
2021.01 - Current
Curriculum Designer
Alegra Learning
2019.08 - 2020.04
Storyteller/Early Literacy Specialist
Orem Public Library
2018.04 - 2021.08
Assistant Director/Instructional Coach
Odyssey Charter School
2011.08 - 2012.01
Storyteller/Early Literacy Specialist
Library, American Fork
2002.01 - 2004.08
Assistant Principal
Provost Elementary School
2000.08 - 2000.11
Classroom Teacher
Provo School District
1996.08 - 2000.05
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Brigham Young University
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership and Foundations, School Administration
Brigham Young University