Lead Teacher Special Education
Resume:
AMANDA
MCELRATH
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Cochran, GA 31014
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Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. High-energy Lead Teacher focused on improving teaching strategies and student understanding of material. Eager to help struggling students excel. Skilled at turning behavioral issues around into productive and happy pupils.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
SKILLS
• Childcare needs
• Activity Planning
• Behavior Modeling
• Safety awareness
• Key decision making
• Lesson development
• Staff Development
• Training and mentoring
• Educational leadership
• Differentiated Instruction
• Mathematics Instruction
• Teacher Training
• IEP support
• Curricula development
• Group and individual instruction
• Special Education
• Student Records Management
• Literacy strategies
• Teacher coaching
• Motivating students
• Learning Strategies
• Student assessment
• Special Needs Students
• Instructional Best Practices
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ • 01/2015
Masters: Adult Education
Mercer University
Macon, GA • 01/1994
EDUCATION
Waves Autism Center - Lead Teacher
Warner Robins, GA • 05/2024 - Current
Georgia Department of Corrections - GED Instructor/Site Manger Warner Robins, GA, USA • 03/2023 - 05/2024
WORK HISTORY
Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
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Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
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Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
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Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
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Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
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Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
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Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
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Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
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Facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities within the classroom environment increasing collaboration among students and deepening understanding of material.
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Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
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Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
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• Teach basic academic subjects to adults or out of school youths Bachelor of Science: Human Service
Mercer University - Site Coordinator
Macon, GA, USA • 07/2018 - 02/2023
Georgia Military College - Student Service Representative Milledgeville, GA, USA • 07/2016 - 07/2018
Confer with school counselors to obtain additional testing information and to gain insight on adult learners or out of school youth
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Design special help programs for low achievers and encourage class group collaboration
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• Attend professional meetings, write reports, and maintains records
• Specifies or selects teaching procedures for lessons
• Utilize a repertoire of teaching methods
Participates in staff development training workshops, seminars/meetings, as appropriate
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• Assesses learner progress on objectives
Develop instructional material, coordinate educational content, and incorporate current technology into instruction in order to provide guidelines to educators and instructors for developing curricula and conducting courses
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Obtain information from students and program participants on matters related to their personal, educational, vocational, and financial background
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Refer individuals to various campus departments and/or community organizations for further information and assistance regarding specialized programs and services
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Follow-up with students to ensure satisfactory referral outcomes and services
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Available on request
REFERENCES
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Develop Plans and procedures to support college/community collaboration for employment or education
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Establish and maintain working relationships with community partners in school and community settings.
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Experience in recruitment, retention, and counseling in many different avenues.
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• Facilitate workshops develop lesson or individual plans.
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