Betsy Armstrong

Worked with small groups of students and individuals with learning differences such as dyslexia, discalculia, ADHD and language processing disorder.

• Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
• Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
• Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
• Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.

Fabricated 22 karat gold jewelry using the delicate and detailed process of granulation, an ancient technique in which gold is milled and drawn either to form a design or hold a gemstone. The granules are then fused onto the metal surface using only heat, rather than solder.

Created a database of existing and new techniques. Fabrication required many steps (and many hours) and consistency was very important. The processes had not been documented up to that point.

Designed and produced pop-up books for a book packaging company.

• Collaborated with other members of the design team in creating content, illustration, pop-up engineering and layout.

Coordinated foundation and major donor fundraising, grant writing and communications for an international nonprofit conservation group headquartered in Santa Fe.

• Prepared grant proposals under tight deadlines.
• Researched and implemented foundation and major donor funding processes.

Montessori Teacher in a primary classroom.

• Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
• Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
• Contributed positively to school community and fully supported school mission and goals.

Montessori Teacher in a primary classroom.

• Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
• Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
• Contributed positively to school community and fully supported school mission and goals.