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Education
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Emily D'Ambrosio

Scottsdale,AZ

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Scottsdale Unified School District, adept at effective classroom management and collaborative partnership development. Successfully enhanced literacy skills through innovative lesson planning and interactive technologies, fostering a nurturing environment for diverse learners. Proven ability to engage students and elevate their academic performance.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher Librarian

Scottsdale Unified School District
08.2017 - Current
  • Collaborated with teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

Preschool (3s)

Scottsdale Unified School District
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.

Online Adjunct Faculty

Grand Canyon University
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Facilitator for Graduate and Undergraduate ESL and TESOL Methods courses focused on differentiating instruction


  • Responsible for syllabus overview, regular student communication and interaction as well as review of weekly assignments, projects and student teaching

Educator

Scottsdale Unified School District
08.1998 - 05.2007
  • Resource for Title I and ELD students grades 4-6


  • Independently responsible for managing a classroom grades 3-5


  • Implemented a variety of teaching methods using unique, individualized lesson plans across the curriculum that caters to a diverse population, including LEP students

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA
05-1998

Skills

  • Effective classroom management
  • Collaborative partnership development
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Lesson planning

Timeline

Teacher Librarian

Scottsdale Unified School District
08.2017 - Current

Preschool (3s)

Scottsdale Unified School District
08.2016 - 05.2017

Online Adjunct Faculty

Grand Canyon University
01.2010 - 01.2015

Educator

Scottsdale Unified School District
08.1998 - 05.2007

Master of Arts - Education

Pepperdine University
Emily D'Ambrosio