Amanda A. Email & Phone Number

Uijeongbu, Gyeonggi-do, Korea

Philadelphia, PA

• Provided whole group and small group reading and writing instruction/interventions to students in grades K-1
• Collaborated with general and special education teachers to share best practices, discuss student needs, and assess student data and work to inform instruction
• Consistently utilized school and classroom systems, routines, and interventions to manage student behavior and maintain high student expectations

Philadelphia, PA

• Taught Spanish to students in grades K-5 through a rotating enrichment class schedule that consisted of 9-week blocks of instruction and classes that contained an average of 28 students
• Implemented and enhanced elementary Spanish curriculum through the creation of classroom materials and activities, employing time management and organizational skills to ensure prompt delivery of instruction
• Designed detailed lesson plans, differentiated individual and small group class activities, and employed multiple assessment tools and proactive strategies to maximize learning and meet the needs of all students
• Met one-on-one with students for conferences to discuss progress and to provide added academic support
• Regularly contacted parents regarding student progress and worked with parents to develop individualized action plans for students with academic, emotional, and behavioral needs
• Developed classroom behavioral management plans and participated in professional development sessions and seminars related to school projects, instructional techniques, team building, and programming

Philadelphia, PA

• Benjamin Franklin High School
• Developed and taught Spanish lessons using a variety of developmentally-appropriate and research-based instructional strategies
• Participated in ongoing professional development sessions regarding school culture, classroom systems, instructional techniques, data usage, and curriculum implementation
• Developed effective positive behavior management plans and built positive relationships with parents to support student achievement
• Used School District of Philadelphia’s online system to enter data regarding student attendance and grades, and to access student information

Horsham, PA

• Created and implemented an interdisciplinary unit plan for a summer inclusion enrichment program with fellow practicum teachers for middle school students (grades 6-8)
• Developed detailed lesson plans and participated in meetings with the special education practicum teacher to discuss Individual Education Plan goals and accommodations for students with disabilities
• Taught and co-taught classes in the subject areas of Spanish, mathematics, social studies, science, and English to a group of 13 students
• Led/participated in all student-related activities, including recess and lunch
• Participated in parent-teacher nights and regularly contacted parents regarding student progress
• Developed behavioral management plans for students who needed behavioral support

Bala Cynwyd, PA

• Actively participated in the planning, set-up, and execution of company-related seminars, client events, projects, and open houses, consistently meeting deadlines and using data to inform the planning process
• Performed administrative duties such as making calls to and answering calls from clients, prospective clients, and professionals along with completing client and prospective client mailings
• Managed/budgeted office expenses in regard to supply purchases, resource allocation, external services, and event planning; tracked spending via Excel spreadsheets, managed contracts/records of purchases, and used.
• Provided administrative support to President and Vice President of company and managed the schedule of the President and other financial advisors at AWG, LLC
• Completed necessary forms and paperwork related to business operations and publications, including compliance documents
• Reviewed, edited, faxed, printed, and copied various documents including letters, Excel spreadsheets, and official and confidential documents

Bala Cynwyd, PA

Master'S Degree, Secondary Education

Activities and Societies: Pi Lambda Theta: International Honor Society and Professional Association in Education Graduated with a 4.0 GPA.

Bachelor'S Degree, Psychology

Activities and Societies: Phi Beta Kappa - Golden Key International Society - Spanish Club (President) - Portuguese Club Graduated Magna.

Associate'S Degree, Liberal Arts - Social/Behavioral Science