Amanda Widlicka
Mesa
Summary
Accomplished educator with dedication to Mesa Public Schools, adept in leveraging analytical skills and a student-centered approach to significantly enhance learning outcomes. Skilled in instructional leadership and fostering collaborative environments, consistently prioritizes continuous improvement and effective communication to drive educational success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Title I School Improvement Coach
Mesa Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Developed staff members' attitudes, skills, and knowledge through various professional development targeted topics.
- Planned and maintained Title I budget and spending.
- Worked with staff, parents, and community members to analyze school needs through CNA and developed SIAP.
SEI/ ELL Specialist
Paradise Valley Unified School District
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
- Created a positive learning environment by employing enthusiastic and energetic instructional strategies as well as consistent classroom management.
- Planned and implemented appropriate language development activities in order to prepare students for the AZELLA.
1st Grade Teacher
Paradise Valley Unified School District
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Stayed informed of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
3rd Grade Teacher
Louisville City Schools
08.2017 - 05.2018
Title I Reading Specialist
Minerva Local Schools
08.2015 - 05.2017
Title I Reading Specialist
Perry Local Schools
08.2013 - 05.2015
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Malone University
Canton, OHMasters of Education - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ11.2022
Skills
- Committed to Continuous Improvement
- Effective Communicator & Collaborator
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
- Student-Centered
- Forward Thinking
- Instructional Leadership
Certification
K-12 Reading Endorsement
Timeline
Title I School Improvement Coach
Mesa Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
SEI/ ELL Specialist
Paradise Valley Unified School District
08.2021 - 05.2023
1st Grade Teacher
Paradise Valley Unified School District
08.2018 - 05.2021
3rd Grade Teacher
Louisville City Schools
08.2017 - 05.2018
Title I Reading Specialist
Minerva Local Schools
08.2015 - 05.2017
Title I Reading Specialist
Perry Local Schools
08.2013 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Malone University
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
K-12 Reading Endorsement
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