Amy Newton
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Accomplished Healthful Living Teacher of 22 years with a track record of fostering student engagement and well-being at Pine Hollow Middle School. Expert in classroom management and relationship building, with a notable achievement of obtaining National Board Certification. Skilled in lesson adaptation for diverse learners, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in education and helping students achieve health and fitness goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Healthful Living Teacher
Pine Hollow Middle School
07.2017 - Current
- Teacher Roles & Responsibilities: Developed strong relationships with students and parents by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment; Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences; Collaborated with PLC to plan lessons / units that could be taught independently or as a team; Collaborated with PLC to modify lessons to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Achieved National Board Certification in December 2023.
- First Responder for Athletics: ensure the health, safety, and well-being of student-athletes during practices and athletic events; Administer first aid for minor injuries while determining if more advanced medical care is required; Maintained certification in First Aid/CPR/AED use, and be prepared to perform these if necessary; Monitored signs/symptoms of concussion, implemented concussion protocol and return to play; and communicated about all injuries with parents, coaches and medical personnel as needed.
Healthful Living Teacher
Vernon Malone College & Career Academy
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning (PBL).
- Participated in regular professional development to understand, create, and implement PBL units for Healthful Living curriculum.
- Displaced in May 2017 due to low enrollment; Interviewed and was hired at Pine Hollow Middle School in June 2017.
Healthful Living Teacher
North Brunswick High School
07.2002 - 09.2015
- Beginning Licensed Teacher Coordinator and Mentor: Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Department Chair: Attempted to ensure the curriculum being taught aligned with state and national standards. Collaborated with teachers to review and update curriculum materials and instructional methods, and meet the expectations of school and county administrators.
- Female Weight Lifting Teacher: Demonstrated and ensured students learn correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries; Taught foundational lifts (ex. squat, deadlift, bench press) as well as supplementary exercises for mobility, stability, and injury prevention; Encouraged SMART Goal setting and tracking progress quarterly by measuring and recording max lifts and standard fitness tests; Fostered a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where every student feels comfortable, regardless of their initial fitness level.
- First Responder for Athletics (same as at Pine Hollow Middle School)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Health & Physical Education
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC05-2002
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Flexible and adaptive
Timeline
Healthful Living Teacher
Pine Hollow Middle School
07.2017 - Current
Healthful Living Teacher
Vernon Malone College & Career Academy
01.2016 - 05.2017
Healthful Living Teacher
North Brunswick High School
07.2002 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Health & Physical Education
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
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