Professional Development Special Education
Resume:
AMANDA GRACE
NYS STATE CERTIFIED EDUCATOR
CONTACT
585-***-**** ******.********@*****.***
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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