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Amanda Fulton

6205 Stone Ridge Circle Berea, Ohio 44017 Phone: (330)-461-0705 E-Mail: afulton1589@gmail.com Online
Portfolio: afulton1589.weebly.com

Professional Profile
Early Childhood educator, dedicated to helping children achieve academic success with hands-on
learning. Demonstrates success with differentiated instruction and ability to establish positive
rapport with students, parents, and staff. Promotes active, multi-model learning through
organized and planned learning objectives.

Teaching License
Early Childhood (Pre-K 3) with additional K-12 Reading Endorsement and Intervention Specialist
Mild/Moderate K-12 estimated date 6/2016

Education
Baldwin Wallace University, Berea, Ohio
2014 Present

October

Major: Intervention Specialist Mild/Moderate


GPA: 3.933

Otterbein University, Westerville, Ohio


May 2012

September 2008

Bachelor of Science in Education


Major: Early Childhood Education
GPA: 3.64
Ohio Assessment for educators (Formally Praxis)
Education of Young Children: 177
Teaching Reading: 172
PLT Early Childhood: 200

Teaching Experience
1st Grade Teacher
2015 - Present
Royal View Elementary School, North Royalton, Ohio

August

Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons to first graders


Use time-management skills to ensure students receive effective education
Work with a team of first grade teachers to create lessons that reach across multiple criteria
Use a clip chart behavior system to reinforce good behavior
Create a positive learning environment that is respectful, caring, and safe for all students
Teach reading groups to students below, on, and above grade level
Collaborate with school personnel to develop individualized behavior plans for disruptive students
Creatively engage all first graders in science to instill enthusiasm
Helped plan and implement a Dr. Seuss Family Literacy Night
Implemented anti-bullying lessons into the classroom
Assist with Girls On The Run Program
Participate in various district events such as the art show and the shamrock shaker fundraiser
Participate in the first year resident educator program

Long-Term Substitute: 1st Grade


June 2015
Royal View Elementary School, North Royalton, Ohio

February 2015

Facilitated a smooth transition from permanent teacher to substitute


Maintained the permanent teachers behavior management plan to allow for a cohesive transition
Collaborated with the team of first grade teachers to ensure consistency in the overall program
Created a positive learning environment that was respectful, caring, and safe for all students
Participated in extracurricular activities to better understand the school community

Substitute Teacher: Kindergarten 12th Grade


February 2015
Medina County Schools, Ohio

February 2014

Instructed in all subject areas in primary, intermediate grades, and high school (e.g., language arts,
mathematics, science, social studies, history, and art)
Taught general education students as well as individuals with learning challenges and special needs
(within a mainstreamed, inclusive classroom as well as resource room)

Student Teacher: 1st Grade


November 2011
Fouse Elementary, Westerville, Ohio

August 2011

Implemented differentiated instruction to meet all needs, including those of two special needs students
Designed units and lessons aligned with, or exceeding, common core state standards for first grade
Planned and taught whole class and small group lessons facilitating guided reading, writing, and math
groups

Related Teaching Experience


Tutor
August 2015
Medina, Ohio

October 2014

Tutored a third grader and assisted the student with his IEP goals that consisted of reading, spelling, and
math
Tutored an eighth grader to help improve study skills and bring up grades in math and history

Carnival Youth Staff


September 2013
Carnival Cruise Lines, Miami, Florida

August 2012

Worked with a diverse population of children ages 2-11 and 15-17 on board a Carnival Cruise Ship
Actively engaged and managed large groups of culturally diverse children in activity based programs
Communicated effectively with parents of varied nationalities through face-to-face contact
Worked collaboratively with diverse staff members, emphasizing teamwork
Developed and implemented new activities, which became permanent program offerings

Skills
Technology:
Smartboard, Starboard, Progress Book, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher),
Communication Tools, Tablets, PC, iPads
2

Certifications:
Child Abuse Training, Crowd Management Training, Crisis Management and Human Behavior Training

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