Amy Schmidt
Smithville,MO
Summary
Dedicated and seasoned teacher with a passion for student success, impact, and achievement. Strong commitment to the discipline of mathematics and explicit instruction to ensure student understanding, retention, and success. Foundational belief that every student can learn in an environment of professional excellence, measurable goals, quality standards, and a safe, peaceful classroom.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Park Hill School District
08.2021 - Current
- Develop engaging lesson plans aligning with state standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Assess student progress through formative and summative evaluations, ensuring individualized support for each learner.
- Collaborate with parents and staff to address student needs.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
- Manage classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
- Participate in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and innovative teaching techniques.
- Provide warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
5th Grade Teacher
Park Hill School District
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Taught math curriculum to three classrooms within a departmentalized model.
K-12 Teacher
Lee's Summit Academy
08.2013 - 05.2020
- Taught primarily middle school math and literature, grades 6-8, as well as elementary computers and high school college preparatory and health classes.
2nd Grade Teacher
North Kansas City School District
08.1997 - 05.1999
- Taught required skills and concepts to students on a second grade level.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership (in Progress)
Northwest Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
William Jewell College
Liberty, Missouri05-1997
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Inclusive education
- Collaborative teamwork
- Student Engagement
- Social-emotional learning
- Organizational skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Differentiated instruction
- Positive reinforcement
- Elementary education
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Park Hill School District
08.2021 - Current
5th Grade Teacher
Park Hill School District
08.2020 - 05.2021
K-12 Teacher
Lee's Summit Academy
08.2013 - 05.2020
2nd Grade Teacher
North Kansas City School District
08.1997 - 05.1999
Master of Science - Educational Leadership (in Progress)
Northwest Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
William Jewell College