Amy Thelen
Portland,OR
Summary
Dedicated teacher with 20 years of experience successfully helping students achieve academic goals and become well-rounded citizens. Life-long learner and passionate educator looking to make difference in children's lives. Adaptable and flexible to meet classroom and institutional needs
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Portland Waldorf School
09.2014 - Current
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and left detailed notes at end of day/class.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
Grades Assistant
Portland Waldorf School
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Education Director
Seeds of Joy Village
08.2008 - 04.2010
- Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
- Observed teachers and students in classrooms to gather data and improve instruction.
- Built rapport with families via emails, newsletters and phone calls.
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
- Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
Elementary School Teacher
Covina Valley Unified School District
08.2000 - 06.2006
- Taught both first and second grade.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, english and social sciences.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Claremont Graduate University
Claremont, CA01-2001
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR01-1998
Skills
- Pedagogical Techniques
- Diagnostic Strategies
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Engaging Learning Approaches
- STEM curriculum
- Verbal and written communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson plan implementation
Accomplishments
- Mentored three student teachers.
- Specialized in substituting for math and main lesson sections.
- Enhanced student learning through small group learning, presentations, and projects.
- Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
- Earned "Excellence in Science" grant in 2003.
Credentials
California Professional Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential; CLAD and Science authorizations, Aug 2001
Certification
- Fingerprint Clearance Card - Oregon Department of Public Safety.
- Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training - State-approved provider.
- Annenberg Online: The Science of Teaching Science
- K-2 Writing Program: A Critical Link
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Portland Waldorf School
09.2014 - Current
Grades Assistant
Portland Waldorf School
09.2014 - 06.2015
Education Director
Seeds of Joy Village
08.2008 - 04.2010
Elementary School Teacher
Covina Valley Unified School District
08.2000 - 06.2006
- Fingerprint Clearance Card - Oregon Department of Public Safety.
- Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training - State-approved provider.
- Annenberg Online: The Science of Teaching Science
- K-2 Writing Program: A Critical Link
Master of Arts - Education
Claremont Graduate University
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Oregon
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