Amanda M.

Pona
5694 Marine Parkway
Mentor, OH 44060
Phone (Cell): 440-725-3332

E-mail: amandap528@sbcglobal.net
E-Portfolio Link: http://apona.weebly.com/

Certifications
Dual License (Early Childhood Education and Intervention Specialist, Preschool-3)
Early Childhood Generalist (4th and 5th grade endorsement)
Reading Endorsement (K-12)

Education
University of Mount Union, Bachelor of Arts, May 2014 (GPA 3.97)
Mentor High School, June 2010 (GPA 3.75)

Honors & Awards:

Recipient of the Ethel Mellinger Award for outstanding senior in elementary education, Summa Cum Laude, Deans List all
semesters in attendance

Experience
Kindergarten Teacher: Part time teacher, Wickliffe Elementary School, current
Collaborate with co-teacher on a variety of topics for the betterment of our students (instruction,
communication with families, etc.)
Collaborate with kindergarten team to create weekly lesson plans and discuss other relevant information.
Plan and implement lessons based on the Common Core Standards in mathematics, science, and social
studies.
Substitute Teacher: Grades preschool-4th, Wickliffe School District, current
Student Teaching: Kindergarten (general education) Alliance Early Learning School, 1st and 2nd (inclusion classroom)
Rockhill Elementary School, January-April 2014
Planned and implemented a variety of lessons based on the Common Core Standards in language arts,
mathematics, science, and social studies.
Completed Teacher Performance Assessment (TPA).
Differentiated through the use of accommodations and modifications to meet the needs of students on IEPs.
Preclinical: Kindergarten (general education) and Preschool (inclusion classroom), Alliance Early Learning School,
September-December 2013
Completed a case study: administered Informal Reading Inventory, analyzed scores, developed
individualized lessons designed to improve scores, and made recommendations to the parent and teacher.
Completed Teacher Performance Assessment (TPA): administered pre- and post-assessment, taught three
consecutive lessons, measured growth, reflected, summarized, and reported results.
Additional Field Experience:
Kindergarten, Alliance Early Learning School, February-April 2013
Developed a 10 lesson thematic unit relating to language arts.
1st grade, Knox Elementary, September-November 2012
Developed and taught 3 consecutive graphing lessons and analyzed results.
Kindergarten, Alliance Early Learning School, February-April 2012
Collaborated with cooperating teacher, faculty, and parents during IEP meetings.
Kindergarten, Alliance Early Learning School, September-November 2011
Trained teachers and students on how to properly use an iPad to its full potential. Researched
applications best suited for the classroom.
1st grade, Damascus Elementary, February-April 2011
Observed daily routine and assisted the teacher with tasks.

Leadership Experience
Attended a professional development workshop to explore future options regarding the math curriculum for Alliance City
Schools (Go Math, My Math, and Everyday Mathematics) (April 2014)
Presented to the faculty at Rockhill Elementary on a professional development topic (April 2014)
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Training (March 2014)
Attended an educational lecture, guest speaker: Rich Allen (November 2013)
Compiled research and presented at Kappa Delta Pi Convocation (October 2013)
Attended University of Mount Union Student Leadership Conference (April 2013)

Volunteer Experience:
Dr. Seuss Night (February 2015)
Lets Talk (March 2014)
Alliance Early Learning School Family Night (November 2013)
Relay for Life (April 2013)
Alliance Early Learning School Family Night (April 2013)
Alliance and Marlington College Readiness (March 2013)
Mentor High School Concession Stand (November 2012)
SPARK/Lets Talk (October 2012)

Work Experience:
Home Instruction Tutor: January 2015-present
Provide home instruction for students who are unable to be at school
Collaborate with their teacher(s) for assignments and lessons
Chagrin Falls Tiger Prep Camp: June 2014-July 2014
Assisted director when needed
Worked with students at the career exploration station
SPARK: October 2013-May 2014
Prepared materials for SPARK events
Assisted in occupying siblings while parents attend events
Child Care Provider: October 2008-present
Attend to the needs of triplets
Prep meals and provide educational activities (art, math, reading, etc.)

Activities
Kappa Delta Pi (officer), Alpha Lambda Delta, Gamma Beta Phi, Student National Education Association, CHOICES
(officer)

Computer Skills
Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher), iWork (Pages, Keynote, Numbers), iMovie, SMART Board, SMART Table,
Notebook Software, Mimio Board and software, PC and Mac experience

References
Available upon request