Amy Gilstrap
Summerville,SC
Summary
Dedicated History Teacher offering over 20 years of educating children in brain-based, nurturing and culturally diverse learning environment. Recognized for adapting teaching methods and materials to meet students varying needs and employing broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning. Encouraging and motivational professional committed to maintaining highest standards of professional integrity and reliability.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
World History Teacher
Dorchester District Two
08.2002 - Current
- Worked at the district level to create summative and formative assessments for the World History curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers in curriculum development, student behavior management and practical teaching methods
- Leader of the school based World History Professional Learning Committee (PLC)
- Participated in school district meetings and parent-teacher conferences to give insight into student progress and curriculum plans.
- Created and delivered prepared lesson plans using a variety of instructional materials and tools.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Provided advice and guidance to students needing morale-boosting and academic advising.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
Education
Masters in The Art of Teaching - Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CAMaster of Science - Anthropology
College of Charleston
Charleston, SCSkills
- Student Advising and Needs Assessment
- Differentiated Instruction
- Project-Based Learning
- Lecturing and Leading Discussions
- Educational and Team Leadership
- Administration and Faculty Based Collaboration and Support
- Curriculum and Course Development and Implementation
- Instructional Materials Preparation
- Technology Implementation
Certification
- AP European History Certified
- AP World History Certified
- Gifted and Talented Endorsement
- Read to Succeed Endorsement
Additional Information
I continue to support my students by volunteering my time in the athletic department. I am the clock operator for high school varsity football, basketball, and volleyball. I have found that being active in the sports community allows me to build on classroom relationships with students. These relationships foster a sense of trust with students that encourages classroom success.
Timeline
World History Teacher
Dorchester District Two
08.2002 - Current
Masters in The Art of Teaching - Education
Ashford University
Master of Science - Anthropology
College of Charleston
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