Amy Scales
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced Learning and Development Professional specializing in curriculum design, professional learning, and EdTech implementation in K–12 education. Expertise in instructional strategy, content development, and facilitation drives the creation of engaging learning experiences that achieve meaningful outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Learning Specialist
IXL Learning
09.2025 - Current
- Facilitates virtual and in-person workshops, coaching teachers and equipping them with tailored resources.
- Increases teacher proficiency and student engagement by tailoring PD to district goals and classroom needs.
- Analyzes platform usage data to guide instructional strategies and improve outcomes.
- Supports the implementation of personalized learning plans for students.
- Analyzes learner feedback to enhance course content and delivery methods.
- Utilizes Salesforce to maintain detailed client records, document interactions, track follow-up actions, and support accurate data management and communication workflows.
- Conducts orientation sessions to introduce company policies and procedures.
Literacy Content Specialist
Chicago Public Schools
06.2022 - 09.2025
- Lead professional learning developer for Literacy Department: designed outlines, models, and materials with a focus on adult learning theory best practices.
- Provided training and support on professional learning sessions to facilitators
- Facilitated district wide curricular based professional learning, both in person and virtual settings.
- Analyzed professional learning session feedback to inform modifications for future sessions, enhancing relevance and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with the curriculum department to develop and revise curriculum.
- Developed instructional resource materials based upon updated literacy research to be distributed across district.
- Reviewed and selected texts to be added to the curriculum based on their relevance and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with team members to write and research for the development of district literacy vision
- Provided guidance to develop district policies
- Provided curriculum implementation support to administrators and teachers
- Developed district guidance for literacy block
- Developed asynchronous professional learning modules to provide flexible training options for educators across the district.
- Developed assessments to be used in teacher effectiveness ratings
- Researched best practices in instructional design and pedagogy.
- Maintained library of digital assets such as images, videos, audio files.
- Ensured all published materials adhere to branding guidelines.
- Implemented feedback loops to gather audience insights for future content development.
- Obtained copyrights for completed work using established procedures.
Instructional Coach/Facilitator (Contract)
BetterLesson
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Virtual facilitation of professional development: Expeditionary Learning, Imagine Learning, Open Up Resources, LearnZillion, Students with Disabilities, Meaningful Technology Integration, Student Centered Literacy, Instructional Leadership, Trauma Informed Practices, and Blended Learning.
Middle School Literacy/Civics Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
06.2012 - 06.2022
- Facilitated student growth, leading to 98th percentile in growth and 94th percentile in attainment.
- Implemented type 09 instructional strategies, differentiating lessons for diverse learners.
Mentor Teacher
Academy of Urban School Leadership
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Guided teachers in training to develop effective teaching strategies and enhance classroom management skills.
Curriculum Developer,Facilitator (Contract)
Thinking Core
01.2014 - 12.2017
- Designed curriculum materials that enhanced student engagement across diverse learning environments.
- Collaborated with faculty members to update existing curricula to meet changing needs.
- Facilitated training sessions that equipped teachers with effective strategies for new curriculum implementation.
- Developed assessment tools to evaluate student understanding and progress.
- Collaborated with faculty to update curricula, ensuring alignment with evolving educational needs.
Education
M.Ed - Urban Teaching, Learning Behavior Specialist
National Louis University
Chicago, IL 06.2012 - 06.2013
B.A. - English Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL 08.2006 - 12.2010
Skills
- Instructional design
- Curriculum design
- Learning management systems
- Training delivery
- Adult learning theory
- Google Certified Educator
- Data analysis
- Professional development
- Team lead
- Educational leadership
- UX Design
Certification
- Type 09
- Middle School ELA
- LBS I
- Google Certified Educator
- UX Design
Timeline
Professional Learning Specialist
IXL Learning
09.2025 - Current
Literacy Content Specialist
Chicago Public Schools
06.2022 - 09.2025
Instructional Coach/Facilitator (Contract)
BetterLesson
01.2022 - 12.2022
Mentor Teacher
Academy of Urban School Leadership
06.2019 - 12.2019
Curriculum Developer,Facilitator (Contract)
Thinking Core
01.2014 - 12.2017
Middle School Literacy/Civics Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
06.2012 - 06.2022
M.Ed - Urban Teaching, Learning Behavior Specialist
National Louis University
06.2012 - 06.2013
B.A. - English Education
Illinois State University
08.2006 - 12.2010