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Amber Allen

Gilbert

Summary

Focused professional passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills and student development. Skillful in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher - 2nd Grade

ALA Schools
Gilbert
07.2024 - 05.2025
  • Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
  • Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
  • Utilized a variety of instructional strategies including cooperative learning, inquiry-based learning, direct instruction, problem solving, and project based learning.
  • Conducted regular assessments of student performance and provided feedback to students and parents.
  • Created an environment conducive to learning through positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies.

Teacher

Legacy Traditional Schools
Queen Creek
07.2021 - 05.2024
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.

Paraprofessional

San Marcos Elementary-Chandler Unified Schools
Chandler
07.2014 - 12.2021
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Facilitated communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
  • Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
  • Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
  • Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
  • Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.

Front Desk Agent

Crown Plaza Hotel
Chandler
01.2011 - 06.2014
  • Provided excellent customer service while upholding company policies.
  • Provided information about hotel amenities, services, and local attractions.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to ensure smooth operations of front desk area.
  • Maintained cleanliness of lobby area at all times.
  • Inputted guest information into computer system accurately and securely.
  • Scheduled reservations for groups and special events.
  • Answered phones, responded to inquiries, and took messages.
  • Kept accurate records of guest transactions.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2021

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Instructional strategies
  • Student assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Educational technology
  • Relationship building

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Teacher - 2nd Grade

ALA Schools
07.2024 - 05.2025

Teacher

Legacy Traditional Schools
07.2021 - 05.2024

Paraprofessional

San Marcos Elementary-Chandler Unified Schools
07.2014 - 12.2021

Front Desk Agent

Crown Plaza Hotel
01.2011 - 06.2014

Master of Arts - Education

Grand Canyon University
Amber Allen