Amy Draeger
Georgetown,TX
Summary
Dedicated middle school educator with 26 years of experience fostering student achievement, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth in diverse classroom environments. Known for strong instructional practice, effective classroom management, and meaningful collaboration with colleagues, families, and administrators. Skilled in curriculum development, differentiated instruction, and integrating technology to support learning. As a retiring educator, brings a wealth of knowledge, professionalism, and mentorship experience, with a continued commitment to supporting student success and contributing positively in new or transitional roles.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Teacher
Benold Middle School
Georgetown, TX
08.1997 - Current
- Design and deliver interactive science lessons that excite and motivate students in grades 6 and 8
- Establish positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
- Conduct classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs to ensure all students are learning
- Create a structured classroom with clear expectations that leads to a positive, productive environment
- Evaluate student performance and TEKS data using a variety of methods, including Eduphoria
- Coordinate parent conferences with team members to maximize student learning opportunities and develop action plans as needed
- Participate in the development of student accommodations, Individual Education Plans and Behavior Improvement Plans
- Facilitate the use of technology in the classroom
- Organize and facilitate student STAAR tutorials
- Collaborate with district and campus colleagues
- Sixth Grade Science Team Leader - 8 years
- Sixth Grade Team Leader - 4 years
- Campus Leadership Team Member - 4 years
- Instructional Coach for Campus Response to Intervention Committee and Member - 3 years
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies with a Specialization in Biology
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX05-1997
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Learning assessments
- Curriculum development
- Classroom instruction
- Progress monitoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Team collaboration
- Individualized instruction
- Positive role model and mentor
- Student rapport building
- Tutoring experience
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year - Benold Middle School, 2013-2014
- District Secondary Science Curriculum Writing Team - 5 years
- Capturing Kids Hearts certified
- Gifted and Talented certified
- Designing Engaging Work - Schlechty Center
Certification
State of Texas - Teacher License
Campus Responsibilities
- Sixth Grade Science Team Leader, 8 years
- Sixth Grade Team Leader, 4 years
- Campus Leadership Team Member, 4 years
- Instructional Coach for Campus Response to Intervention Committee, 3 years
Timeline
Middle School Teacher
Benold Middle School
08.1997 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies with a Specialization in Biology
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor