AMANDA J CUMMINGS

35 Chateau Circle, Marlton, NJ 08053 cumminaj@dukes.jmu.edu (609) 760-2526

OBJECTIVE:
To build a long-term career as a successful teacher by differentiating instruction to meet a variety of needs,
aligning with standards, and managing classroom behavior while maintaining a positive and fun learning
environment

EDUCATION:
James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA, May 2016
Masters of Arts In Teaching
Professional Licensure Program: Inclusive Early Childhood Education (PreK-3; EC Special Ed birth -5)
GPA: 4.0/4.0
James Madison University, May 2015
Bachelor of Science
Major: Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies; Concentration in Social Studies & Humanities; in Race, Ethnicity,
Gender and Class
Minor: Inclusive Early Childhood Education
GPA: 3.6/4.0

CERTIFICATIONS:

Pediatric and Adult CPR, AED and First Aid

Autism Certificate obtained through James Madison University
Member of the National Association of the Education of Young Children
Member of the Shenandoah Valley Reading Council
Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia: Child Development, An Early Interventionists Guide to
Prematurity Module
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative: Social/Behavioral Research Course Module

TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Ottobine Elementary School, Dayton, VA
Student Teacher in Grade 2. Spring 2016
Planned, executed and assessed engaging lessons based on Virginia Standards of Leaning
Differentiated instruction in order to reach all students success
Participated in tram planning and professional learning communities
Introduced positive-based whole group classroom management strategies
Wilson Elementary School, Staunton, VA
Student Teacher in Early Childhood Special Education, Spring 2016
Goal: to collaborate with multiple teachers and therapists in order to achieve childrens IEP goals
Goal: to gain knowledge about screening and evaluation tools used to assess current students and
determine eligibility for new students
Bessie Weller Elementary School, Staunton, VA
Practicum in Grade 1, Fall 2015
Developed an individualized positive behavior support plan using observation techniques, data collection,
and teacher interview feedback

Implemented class wide behavior management techniques to support students positive behavior

AMANDA J CUMMINGS
35 Chateau Circle, Marlton, NJ 08053 cumminaj@dukes.jmu.edu (609) 760-2526

ADDITIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE:

Cub Run Elementary School, Penn Laird, VA
Practicum in Grade 3, Spring 2015
Created and executed differentiated lesson plans in order to reach all students educational needs
Assessed students learning using various methods to plan for further lessons
John Wayland Elementary School, Bridgewater, VA
Practicum in Early Childhood Education (Preschool), Fall 2014
Observed, researched, and documented school wide positive behavior supports
Documented and recognized effectiveness of various school positive behavior supports
McGaheysville Elementary School, McGaheysville, VA
Practicum in Kindergarten, Spring 2014
Researched and observed implementation of various curriculum programs
Assessed a student using formal and informal assessment tools to inform instruction for teacher
Mt. Calvary Daycare, Mt. Jackson, VA
Practicum in Infant Development, Fall 2014
Observed and documented development of children in the center
Created various centers for children to support development

ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE:

Child Care Provider, Nanny for the Szgala Family, May 2010-Present
Image Beauty, Retail sales and customer service, January 2009-Present summers
Worked with customers to provide them services and products based on their individual needs

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher

Proficiency in SMARTboard, Digital Camera, FlipCamera, iPad/Tablet, Film/Slide Projector

HONORS AND ACTIVITIES:

Presidents List, JMU: Spring 2014, Fall 2014, Spring 2015

Deans List, JMU: Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2013
Alpha Phi International Fraternity, Fall 2011-Spring 2015
Chaplain, Spring 2014-Fall 2015
- Designed events that aligned with regulations set forth by the fraternity
- Delegated tasks to other members on the ceremonies team to plan and effectively implement
events within the fraternity in a restrained time frame

COMMUNITY SERVICE:

Mathematics Tutor, Stone Spring Elementary School, Harrisonburg, VA, Spring 2012
Literacy Promotion with The Gus Bus in low income neighborhoods, Harrisonburg, VA, Fall 2013
Meal Provider/Support in soup kitchen at Our Community Place, Harrisonburg, VA, Fall 2013

Alternative Spring Break, educational support in Jamaica, Spring 2014

Disabilities Awareness Week, James Madison University, Fall 2015