Amanda Adams Email & Phone Number

Manassas, Va, Us

Alexandria, Va

On a daily basis this position requires me to utilize skills in policy analysis, budgeting, staff management, and student counseling. • Coordinate adult education program that seeks to align and integrate education, job training, and support services to enable adults to obtain a secondary school diploma • Deep knowledge of adult learner and alternative educational methods with the ability to applythese methods on behalf of adult, at-risk, multi-skill level, and culturally… Show more On a daily basis this position requires me to utilize skills in policy analysis, budgeting, staff management, and student counseling. • Coordinate adult education program that seeks to align and integrate education, job training, and support services to enable adults to obtain a secondary school diploma • Deep knowledge of adult learner and alternative educational methods with the ability to applythese methods on behalf of adult, at-risk, multi-skill level, and culturally diverse students• Responsible for overseeing the delivery of Adult Basic Education, pre-GED and GED courses that implement a variety of instructional delivery methods, that include group or individualized instruction and incorporate technology into a blended and project-based, learning environment. Show less

Bedford, Va

This position required skills public speaking, grant writing, economic development, and web design.• Managed Main Street office including purchasing, record keeping, budgeting, and accounting• Coordinated the activities of various Work Plan committees and volunteers• Developed downtown economic development strategies based on historic preservation, business recruitment, and agritourism• Developed and conducted ongoing public awareness and education programs • Assisted… Show more This position required skills public speaking, grant writing, economic development, and web design.• Managed Main Street office including purchasing, record keeping, budgeting, and accounting• Coordinated the activities of various Work Plan committees and volunteers• Developed downtown economic development strategies based on historic preservation, business recruitment, and agritourism• Developed and conducted ongoing public awareness and education programs • Assisted tenants & property owners with physical improvements projects• Assessed management and employee capacity of major downtown organizations• Developed data systems to track the progress of the revitalization efforts• Represented the community to important constituencies at the local, state, and national levels•Developed fundraising plans, materials and presentations to entice current and potential donors • Planned and executed several community events including town halls, business workshops, street festivals, parades, farmers markets• Designed event materials to include flyers, banners, posters, t-shirts etc.• Maintained the organization’s web pages, social media, outreach, and promotions • Served as primary point of contact for organization, providing media releases, interviews, newspaperwrite-ups • Represented organization at state and national conferences • Completed data collection and analysis Show less

Bedford, Va

This position required skills in data analysis, supervision, collaboration, and handling confidential materials. • Managed the implementation and certification of required state and county testing• Maintained accurate records while coordinating distribution and collection of secure test materials• Disaggregated, analyzed, disseminated and prepared reports, including written, graphical, and tabular presentations• Administered standardized local, state, and national tests… Show more This position required skills in data analysis, supervision, collaboration, and handling confidential materials. • Managed the implementation and certification of required state and county testing• Maintained accurate records while coordinating distribution and collection of secure test materials• Disaggregated, analyzed, disseminated and prepared reports, including written, graphical, and tabular presentations• Administered standardized local, state, and national tests • Delivered training to staff on ethical testing, test security, and data reporting procedures• Assisted instructional support staff in developing and using local assessments to better align instruction to student needs• Collaborated with the SPED Director on the implementation of the SPED specific testing accommodations Show less

Charlottesville, Virginia Area

This position required knowledge of education policy/law, secondary math curriculum, experience tracking and managing large education data sets and making predictions and developing instructional solutions based on said data analysis.• Applied and interpreted federal and education laws and as they pertained to the teaching of Algebra 1• Gained familiarity with tools that support the school division’s School Improvement work including School Education Plans (SEPs) and School… Show more This position required knowledge of education policy/law, secondary math curriculum, experience tracking and managing large education data sets and making predictions and developing instructional solutions based on said data analysis.• Applied and interpreted federal and education laws and as they pertained to the teaching of Algebra 1• Gained familiarity with tools that support the school division’s School Improvement work including School Education Plans (SEPs) and School Improvement Plans (SIPs).• Used knowledge of NCLB and Virginia Standards of Accreditation for the purpose of guiding CHS Math Department to address challenges in student achievement• Analyzed student, tier and school achievement data for the purpose of assisting teachers in the development and support of SIPs and tiered interventions that will have a positive, measurable impact on student achievement.• Immersed regularly in Algebra 1 classrooms to review documentation and participate on department Algebra 1 team to offer feedback and policy recommendations • Provided my recommendations to the Assistant Superintendent Show less

Charlottesville, Virginia Area

This position required skills in employee management, accounting, and customer service.• Managed 20+ front line employees • Charged with the protection of company assets and responsible for cash deposits upwards of six figures• Established and maintained a professional environment, ensuring the best possible experience for customers and employees• Ensured compliance to company policies and procedures through proper handling of all transactions and corresponding documentation… Show more This position required skills in employee management, accounting, and customer service.• Managed 20+ front line employees • Charged with the protection of company assets and responsible for cash deposits upwards of six figures• Established and maintained a professional environment, ensuring the best possible experience for customers and employees• Ensured compliance to company policies and procedures through proper handling of all transactions and corresponding documentation (i.e. refunds, check approval, employee discounts, price overrides, gift certificates and any other transactions requiring supervisory involvement)• Trained and supervised of all Sales Associates and Secondary Front End Supervisors on all front-end policies and procedures• Oversaw scheduling to ensure proper coverage at the front end/service desk• Maintained merchandising standards for register end caps and inboards• Maintained neat, organized and safe front end/service desk area• Provided timely communication to store management of any issues• Ensured damages and returns are handled daily according to established company procedure• Held position 2007-2009 during undergrad and again during grad school 2011 to 2013 Show less

Charlottesville, Virginia Area

This position required collaborative efforts with Club staff to share post-secondary options with students ages 12 -19, while analyzing Club policy on college and career advising and making recommendations for improvement. • Assisted in the planning, organization, and implementation of the Club summer program• Oversaw the teen club floor in the absence of a Club teen counselor• Collaborated with Club staff to plan and deliver academic activities, topical workshops, and college… Show more This position required collaborative efforts with Club staff to share post-secondary options with students ages 12 -19, while analyzing Club policy on college and career advising and making recommendations for improvement. • Assisted in the planning, organization, and implementation of the Club summer program• Oversaw the teen club floor in the absence of a Club teen counselor• Collaborated with Club staff to plan and deliver academic activities, topical workshops, and college readiness group discussions• Assisted in the planning and implementation of off-campus college visits • Collaborated with Club staff to plan and lead career exploration and mentoring activities, including scheduling guest speakers• Offered academic assistance and guidance in completing college, scholarship, and financial aid applications• Became familiar with students’ academic history, schedule, and personal/family situations as appropriate. Show less

Pittsylvania County, Va

This position required an ability to work with individuals from diverse ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds in collaborative, team-oriented environment while utilizing skills in counseling and academic monitoring. • Worked in service to AmeriCorps in two separate high schools serving just over 1300 students • Advised all students, but focused attention on students who were from low income families, were first generation, and/or faced barriers to success such as teen… Show more This position required an ability to work with individuals from diverse ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds in collaborative, team-oriented environment while utilizing skills in counseling and academic monitoring. • Worked in service to AmeriCorps in two separate high schools serving just over 1300 students • Advised all students, but focused attention on students who were from low income families, were first generation, and/or faced barriers to success such as teen pregnancy/parenting, violence and youth offenders, foster youth, low-income families, youth with disabilities, and those with limited English skills.• Maintained a caseload of 150-200 students with monthly contacts focused on the students' on time graduation and successful post-secondary application and enrollment• Built relationships with onsite school staff as well as the community to foster a college going environment• Evaluated student's academic history and transcripts to develop an educational pathway to align with students' post-secondary goals.• Provided students with resources and guidance for college research and selection, college application preparation and acceptance, course selection, scholarships, and financial aid.• Connected students with resources including college and career preparatory programs as well as other community resources (e.g. military recruiters)• Participated in program planning for the summer and academic school year• Developed innovative workshops, educational activities, courses, college tours and events for program participants and their families often in partnership with Gear Up• Tracked student progress and prepared monthly memos/reports of activity summarizing student status• Aided in ACT/SAT registration and test prep• Hosted Financial Aid Info sessions for parents and students to assist with FAFSA filing Show less

Mpp, Public Policy

Activities and Societies: Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy

Bachelor'S Of Arts, Sociology

Activities and Societies: • Co-chaired the Admissions Committee for Hoos for Open Access • President of ArgHOOers – debate organization •.

Sociology

Activities and Societies: • Member of President’s Student Committee • Member of Dean’s Student Advisory Board • President of Class of 2009.