AMANDA GRACE

NYS STATE CERTIFIED EDUCATOR

CONTACT

585-***-**** adx13d@r.postjobfree.com

Qe Fairport, NY

CERTIFICATIONS

New York State Teacher Certification

General Education Grades B-2, 1-6

New York State Teacher Certification

Special Education Grades 1-6

Science of Reading Trainee 2023

Google Teacher Certification Level 1

Procreate School Certification 2023

Google Project Management: by Google

on Coursera, 2022

EXPERTISE

Curriculum Writing & LMS Development

Individualized Education Program and Outreach

Educational Testing and Interpretation

Behavior Management

Educational Consulting

School Improvement Plan Development

Professional Development

Graphic Design Procreate Certified

ADDIE Adult Learning Design

Professional Development

EDUCATION

M.S. Ed. Teacher Leadership

Quinnipiac University

2011-2012

B.S. Ed. General Education Gr. 1- 6

B.S. Ed. Special Education Gr. 1- 6

State University of New York College at Geneseo

2006 - 2010

REFERENCES

Brooke Violante

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Venice Garner

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PROFILE

As a certified elementary teacher, my primary objectives are to teach the whole child, proactively teach

digital learning and navigation skills, and use universally designed instruction to target each student's

learning goals. believe in a holistic approach to education that addresses not only academic needs but

also social, emotional, and physical needs. recognize the importance of preparing students for the

digital age and equip them with the skills they need to navigate technology. also understand that

students have different learning styles and needs, and tailor my instruction to meet those needs

through a universally designed approach.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Instructional Designer, Project Assistant

Proficiology, LLC April 2023 - Present

e Highly skilled professional development content writer with extensive experience in

developing and delivering high-quality written materials, online courses, and workshop

materials to meet the needs of teachers.

e Collaborative team player who works closely with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy,

relevance, and currency of content.

e Proven ability to conduct research and stay up-to-date with current trends and best practices

in adult learning and professional development

e Strong project management skills with a focus on delivering content on time and within

budget

Associate Director, Regional Consultant

High Road Schools of Connecticut

e Directed school staff in creating a rich, diverse and accepting school environment to serve students

with special needs in the classroom environments, by communicating a strong vision for success,

emphasis on collaboration and open communication as a team.

¢ Identified and collaborated with school districts to identify students who would be appropriate for

our outplacement program, growing student body by 50%, while consistently returning top 5%

students to graduation or return to district Piloted Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to

pinpoint data trends for students in each classroom, leading to clear objiectives and positive trends

for high needs students .

e Exceeded budget expectations for years 2013 -15 with 2015 being the highest grossing school in

Connecticut region.

¢ Selected and maintained curriculums for all offered courses commensurate with state standards,

district standards and individualized student needs; additionally offering personal training on

curriculums for teachers 1:1 or through LMS portal. Restructured supervision and incentives for staff,

leading to zero turnover in 2013-14 school year; and utilized formal feedback metrics to match staff

pay with performance and growth

Special Education Teacher, Self Contained Gr 3-5

Head Teacher, Curriculum Specialist

High Road School of Wallingford, CT

e Developed, differentiated and implemented lessons for a diverse student population placed out of

district for behavior concerns and educational needs

© Collaborated with home environments and districts to reinforce positive behaviors with the goal of

reintegration to mainstream education

e Created a welcoming, personal, and student centered learning environment, while also focusing on the

state standards, individualizing lessons plans based on Individual Education Plan's (IEPs) and weaving

in social emotional goals within academic experiences

© Created unique professional developments for staff based on personal competencies for all five

schools in our region.

Lickety Splits Ice Cream Parlor Floating Level 1 Aide

Shift Manager, 2014 - 2010 Mary Cariola Center, Summer 2007 - 09

A Substitute Teacher

KidStart of Geneseo

Early Childhood Substitute, Fairport Central School District, 2010

After School Care Specialist 2008- 2010 East Rochester Free School District, 2010

YATRA

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