Valerie Amer
Willow Grove
Summary
Dynamic Grade Teacher with the School District of Philadelphia, skilled in differentiated instruction and classroom management. Cultivated strong relationships with students and parents, enhancing engagement and academic success. Leveraged critical thinking to design interactive lessons, resulting in improved student outcomes and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
02.2003 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Worked Afterschool and Summer Programs
Tutor
Club Z Tutoring
02.2015 - 06.2022
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Established positive relationships with both students and parents, fostering open communication regarding academic progress and goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Gettysburg College
GettysburgMaster of Elementary Education - Elementary Education
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA01-1998
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Student assessment
- Learning strategies
- Social-emotional learning training
Timeline
Tutor
Club Z Tutoring
02.2015 - 06.2022
Grade Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
02.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Gettysburg College
Master of Elementary Education - Elementary Education
Arcadia University
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