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Amy S. Verner 9213 Prescott Avenue Manassas, VA 20110 (703) 369-4691 |
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Education |
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The College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA B.A. in Sociology and Elementary Education GPA: 3.2 overall, 3.1 Sociology, 3.6 Education Licensed in Elementary Education in Virginia through 2004 (K-8) |
May 1999 | |
Experience |
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Prince William County Schools Elementary School Teacher |
August 2000 - Present | |
| Worked at Signal Hill Elementary School teaching fourth grade. Worked with four other members of the fourth grade team to develop daily lesson plans and activities following the Virginia Standards of Learning. Implemented various strategies for student learning and assessment including homework, classwork, journal writing, portfolios, and short- and long-term projects. Includes instruction in Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Technology. Communicated with parents regarding their children's progress using newsletters, daily assignment books, phone calls, and e-mail. | ||
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Fairfax County Government - Department of Family Services Teacher I |
October 1999 - August 2000 | |
| Worked at London Towne Elementary within the Office for Children's SACC (School-Age Child Care) program. Worked in a team environment to develop programming for eighty children in grades K-6 to encourage independent thinking, creative expression, and cooperative behavior. Supported and utilized the resources of parents, the school, and the community. Planned and led experiences during this before- and after-school program within the motif of "Our Natural World". | ||
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Gloucester County Public Schools Student Teacher |
October 1998 - May 1999 | |
| Worked with my University Supervisor, Dr. Malcolm Lively, and Cooperating Teacher, Mrs. Christine Keene, to teach full-day kindergarten in this "at-risk" school. Included planning and teaching Language Arts, free and assigned independent learning centers, Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, and Technology Education. | ||
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Manassas Park Parks and Recreation Recreation Leader and Childcare Supervisor |
Summers 1996, 1998, 1999 | |
| Created, planned, and led a variety of activities and experiences for children in grades 1-6, including arts and crafts, science and nature, cooking, active and passive games, special visitors, and field trips. | ||
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Walnut Hills Baptist Church Learning Center Physical Education Teacher |
October 1998 - December 1999 | |
| Worked cooperatively with the classroom teacher and Center Director to plan units and develop age-appropriate activities for kindergarten students. These activities were designed to develop fine and gross motor skills and promote cooperation and teamwork. | ||
Community and Volunteer Work |
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| Member and Secretary, The Reston Chorale | ||
| Sang Alto II in this 100-voice choir during weekly rehearsal and concerts. Was elected Secretary for the 2000-2001 year and took minutes during monthly Board meetings. | ||
| Director, Creation Chimes Handchime Choir, Manassas Baptist Church | ||
| Planned, led, and directed this 6-member choir of 3rd and 4th graders during their weekly rehearsal. Responsible for arranging music and selecting songs for performance. | ||
| Leader and Accompanist, Melody Makers Choir, Manassas Baptist Church | ||
| Played the piano and led songs and music activities for 1st and 2nd graders during their weekly choir rehearsal. Responsible for planning weekly rehearsals, including songs, games, and musical activities for this 30-member group. | ||
| Piano Teacher, Private Studio, Manassas, VA | ||
| Taught piano lessons to children of varying ages and abilities. Worked to develop musicianship, proper technique, and music-reading ability. | ||
Additional Skills and Training |
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Trained in using technology in the classroom. Coursework and experience includes work with Microsoft Office Suite, Corel Word Perfect, Netscape Composer, Pagemaker, Adobe Photoshop, and HP Scanjet. Experienced in integrating technology into lessons, including Internet, word processing, calculators, CD-ROMs and other technology.
Completed the Intel "Teach to the Future" course December 2000. Developed a unit integrating various forms of technology and different software into activites and assignments. Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking French. |
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| References available upon request. | ||