Amy Quackenbush
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with 27 years of experience in educating primary and intermediate students. Expertise in child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Brunswick Central School District
09.2003 - Current
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
AIS Teacher (K, 1, 2)
The Enlarged City School District Of Troy
09.2002 - 06.2003
AIS and Enrichment Teacher
Pittsfield Public Schools
09.2001 - 06.2002
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Hoosic Valley Central School District
09.1999 - 06.2001
Sacred Heart School
Catholic Diocese Of Albany
09.1994 - 06.1999
Education
Master of Science - Reading
State University At Albany
Albany, New York05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Psychology
Russell Sage College
Troy, New York05.1992
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, New York05.1989
Skills
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Technology Integration
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Ability to Be Flexible
- Effective Working Relationships
- Differentiated Instruction
- Field Trip Organization
Certification
New York State Permanent Certificate in Education
Nursery, Kindergarten, Grades 1-6
Timeline
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Brunswick Central School District
09.2003 - Current
AIS Teacher (K, 1, 2)
The Enlarged City School District Of Troy
09.2002 - 06.2003
AIS and Enrichment Teacher
Pittsfield Public Schools
09.2001 - 06.2002
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Hoosic Valley Central School District
09.1999 - 06.2001
Sacred Heart School
Catholic Diocese Of Albany
09.1994 - 06.1999
Master of Science - Reading
State University At Albany
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Psychology
Russell Sage College
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Hudson Valley Community College