Amanda Leigh Hathhorn

4414 Kenya Lane, Pasadena TX 77505 832-646-1722

MATHEMATICS TEACHER A teacher affects eternity, he can never tell where his influence stops. Henry Brooks Adams Flexible educational professional with more than 10 years of teaching expertise with a compelling ability to explain complicated mathematical concepts in an easily understandable manner. Talent for employing unique teaching strategies to effectively engage all students and foster a fun and fascinating learning environment. Encouraging and patient; provide individualized and extracurricular support for students that are struggling with learning concepts and mathematical topics. Quickly develops an excellent rapport with students and parents to produce a friendly and supportive school community. Areas of expertise: Technology integration Creative Questioning Student Motivation Team Teaching Approach - Classroom Management Use of Manipulatives Critical ThinkingPerformance Assessments EDUCATION Associates of Arts; Major: Social Science- San Jacinto College- December 1999 Bachelor of Science; Major: Elementary Education, Specialized in Mathematics- University of Houston Clear Lake- December 2001 Masters in Educational Leadership- University of St. Thomas- December 2013 EXPERIENCE: 2009 current PARK VIEW INTERMEDIATE- Math Teacher Teach two mathematics sections including regular math and Pre-Ap. Design and present comprehensive lesson plans, which incorporate KWL and scaffolding, ensuring that each student is able to retain and understand the materials at hand. Develop unit-based projects that are centered on real-world situations to show students the importance of gaining a solid education and how Math correlates with everyday life. Incorporate various technologies in the classroom including Document Camera, Promethean Board, and student daily use of netbooks. Collaborate with colleagues to integrate new activities and allocate effective resources. 2000-2010 SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER - Center Director (also held positions as Teacher, Math
Coordinator, Director of Education, and District Trainer

Participated in increasing revenue over year prior by 33% YTD (the highest percent in the district) Participated in increasing profit over year prior by 249% YTD (the highest percent in the district & 2nd highest in the region) Received an award for the highest academic growth in the Nations Corporate Centers (20042005) Received an award for Center of the Year in the Nations Corporate Centers(2006-2007 and 2007-2008) Received an award for the Highest Length of Stay in the Nations Corporate Centers(20072008)