Amy Burks
K-6 Literacy Facilitator @Estem Public Charter Schools
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WORK HISTORY
K-6 Literacy Facilitator @Estem Public Charter Schools
Little Rock, AR, US
Directs a staff of 30 educators in providing effective, research-based literacy practices and curriculum.• Conducts coaching cycles (including observations, feedback, and managing the data collected for three levels of teachers) using Charlotte Danielson’s Framework for Teaching and the Arkansas Teacher Excellence and Support System.• Provides professional development, modeling, and classroom support to assist teachers in improving their instructional practices.• Provides training in the administration of literacy assessments including formal and informal reading inventories and monitors the results of these assessments.• Instructs educators on how to use current data to inform instructional practices in both tier 1 and tier 2 settings. • Monitors and analyzes data, and creates online assessments using multiple SAAS platforms. • Launched the RTI process at the school level, including referrals, meetings, data collection, and teacher guidance.• Purchase and distribution of literacy materials including classroom supplies and teacher supports.
EDUCATION
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Bachelor's degree, Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Arkansas State University
Master’s Degree, Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
ABOUT AMY BURKS
I am an Instructional Leader who performs my job with passion and dedication. The Working Genius Assessment identified my strongest traits as INNOVATION AND TENACITY. You would be hard pressed to find someone who works harder – focused, loyal, questioning, curious, and an encourager. I have 16 years of experience in training, mentoring, and coaching others, and I am excellent at creating engaging, activity-filled instruction for both children and adults. Throughout my career, I have been recognized by my colleagues and superiors for my abilities in research, lesson design, and problem-solving, and for my creativity and innovative ideas. I understand how to communicate and how to develop trusting relationships with clients and co-workers to create successful teams that will employ best practices. I am skilled at creating teams and working with them to improve individual and group performance. I have a reputation for being a self-starter with consistency in planning, execution, delivering results, and excellent communication skills. I am a lifelong learner with a desire to constantly improve my knowledge, especially in computer-based programs such as graphic design, SEO platforms, online marketing and sales, and educational SAAS products. I AM ON A MISSION. I AM: • Continually developing my expertise and upskilling for future responsibilities. • Inspiring positive change through kindness, encouragement, empathy, and active listening. • Establishing constructive, long-lasting, professional relationships with colleagues and clients. WHY I DO WHAT I DO: • I’m passionate about observing needs and behaviors and using them to identify gaps. I can then address those findings to improve teamwork, results, relationships, and accountability. • I derive satisfaction from working hard and seeing results that affect others in a positive way. • I have a genuine interest in coaching and supporting others, and seeing the successful results of programs and projects. Let’s talk! Feel free to message me here on LinkedIn or via email at a••••••••@gmail.com. You can also give me a call at (50••••••84.
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