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Amy Towers

Federalsburg,MD

Summary

Detail-oriented leader with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Expert in curriculum development and implementation through professional development.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor of Instruction, Science

Caroline County Public Schools
07.2018 - Current
  • Developed curriculum materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
  • Selection and implementation of NGSS aligned curriculum K-12 science.
  • Coach teachers and staff on implementation of new NGSS curriculum materials.
  • Maryland State Department of Education rangefinding committee member- reviewing student responses to train test scorers.
  • President Elect: Maryland State Supervisors Association Executive Board Member- creating professional learning communities for science leaders across 24 districts of Maryland.
  • Develop and lead professional development for district Science, PE, and Health teachers in content and data.
  • Manage material budget with ordering, tracking, and contracts with vendors.
  • Implementation of Open Sci Ed grades 6, High School Biology, and High School Environmental Earth.
  • Collaborative work to support implementation of Blueprint initiative.

Science/STEM Teacher Specialist

Caroline County Public, Schools
07.2015 - 07.2018
  • Planned, formulated and assessed goals, policies, and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards for 10 schools.
  • Developed community education programming events and other activities designed to increase and improve educational outcomes.
  • Assessed student performance and utilized feedback to increase educational program success with 50 teachers.
  • Tracked educational program progress to identify strengths and opportunities.
  • Liaised between faculty, staff, and administrators to coordinate educational program delivery.
  • Attended professional educational and developmental meetings to support accreditation and grant writing.
  • Identified methods and tools to promote student success in project-based learning for new curriculum implementation.

Teacher

Lockerman Middle School
08.2012 - 07.2015
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives for all special education students.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into science and ELA classrooms.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development for all students in co- taught classrooms.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.

Substitute Teacher

Caroline County Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2012
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.

Teacher

Onslow County Public Schools
08.2005 - 08.2006
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs, increasing student scores by 20%.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.

Teacher

Lockerman Middle School
08.2000 - 07.2005
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.

Education

Administrator I Certificate - Educational Leadership

Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD
12.2017

Master of Arts - Teaching, Biology

University of Maryland University College
Baltimore, MD
05.2015

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Salisbury State University
Salisbury, MD
05.1999

Skills

  • Classroom Material Selection
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Teacher Support and Collaboration
  • Student Assessment
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Budgetary Reviews
  • Effective Project Completion
  • Student Achievement
  • Program Performance Assessment
  • Curriculum and Instruction Development and Design
  • Coaching and Development

Affiliations

Maryland Science Supervisors Association, President Elect

National Science Teachers Association, Member

Maryland Association of Science Teachers, Member

The Society of Health and Physical Educators, Member

Timeline

Supervisor of Instruction, Science

Caroline County Public Schools
07.2018 - Current

Science/STEM Teacher Specialist

Caroline County Public, Schools
07.2015 - 07.2018

Teacher

Lockerman Middle School
08.2012 - 07.2015

Substitute Teacher

Caroline County Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2012

Teacher

Onslow County Public Schools
08.2005 - 08.2006

Teacher

Lockerman Middle School
08.2000 - 07.2005

Administrator I Certificate - Educational Leadership

Salisbury University

Master of Arts - Teaching, Biology

University of Maryland University College

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Salisbury State University

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