Amanda Craft
Fort Wayne
Summary
Experienced and passionate Intense Intervention Instructional Assistant and Student Teacher skilled in Applied Behavior Analysis and student/staff behavior management. Supports school faculty and classroom needs with proactive and diligent approach. Passionate about helping students and offers proven skills developed over 4 years of related experience. Versed in school standards and strategies to optimize learning. Proven leader at effectively guiding classroom activities, problem resolution, and encouraging collaboration. Skillful in promoting student engagement through fun teaching methods, individualized attention and upbeat attitude. Experience with organizational behavior management providing performance support for team members and building healthy workplace culture.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Southwest Allen County Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Promote self-advocacy among students by teaching them how to effectively communicate their needs within the context of school and wider community settings.
- Support teachers in development of individual learning strategies.
- Implement behavior modification strategies consistently across various settings to promote positive outcomes both in the classroom and beyond.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and school psychologists, to ensure holistic support for each student.
- Monitor student performance through ongoing assessment and data collection, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal growth.
- Support student participation in extracurricular activities by providing appropriate accommodations and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
- Assist teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain a positive learning environment.
Substitute Teacher
Southwest Allen County Schools
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
Mortgage Loan Officer
GVC Mortgage
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Participated in ongoing professional development programs to continuously expand knowledge of the mortgage industry and enhance skills as a loan officer.
- Streamlined the loan application process for improved customer satisfaction and a higher volume of closed loans.
- Monitored pipelines to track and log status of loans.
- Increased loan approval rates by efficiently managing pipeline and maintaining strong relationships with borrowers, realtors, and underwriters.
- Collaborated with underwriting and processing teams to resolve issues and expedite loan approvals.
Mortgage Loan Officer
Hometown Lenders
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Participated in ongoing professional development programs to continuously expand knowledge of the mortgage industry and enhance skills as a loan officer.
- Streamlined the loan application process for improved customer satisfaction and a higher volume of closed loans.
- Monitored pipelines to track and log status of loans.
- Increased loan approval rates by efficiently managing pipeline and maintaining strong relationships with borrowers, realtors, and underwriters.
Mortgage Loan Officer Assistant
Parker Mortgage Group
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Successfully managed the small businesses of two loan officers. Used organizational behavior management skills to increase sales by 50%.
- Supported loan officers with application processing, ensuring timely completion for quicker decisions.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations by staying up-to-date with industry changes and guidelines.
- Collaborated with sales teams to develop marketing strategies that attracted new clients and increased business opportunities.
- Assisted in preparing detailed reports for senior management highlighting key performance metrics related to loans processed.
Substitute Teacher
Noblesville Schools
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
Attendance Secretary
Noblesville Schools
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Improved student attendance rates by accurately tracking and monitoring daily absences and tardiness.
- Enhanced communication between administration, teachers, and parents by promptly notifying them of student absences or issues.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently maintaining and updating attendance records in the school database system.
- Streamlined the attendance process for efficiency with timely data entry and attention to detail.
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Noblesville Schools
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Promoted self-advocacy among students by teaching them how to effectively communicate their needs within the context of school and wider community settings.
- Enhanced student progress by implementing individualized education plans and adapting instructional strategies to meet diverse needs.
- Assisted with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
- Instructed student activities to implement goals for remediation of deficiencies and drive student success.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies consistently across various settings to promote positive outcomes both in the classroom and beyond.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive learning environment that promoted respect, empathy, and understanding among all students.
- Contributed to the creation of sensory-rich environments designed to reduce overstimulation while promoting self-regulation skills among students with sensory processing challenges.
Unit Support Rep/Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
11.2013 - 01.2021
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University Global
05.2021
Skills
- Data Collection
- Assistive Technology
- Emotional Regulation
- Adaptive Curriculum
- Sensory Integration
- IEP compliance
- Progress Monitoring
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Analytical Thinking
- Classroom Management
- Problem-Solving
- Behavior management techniques
- Student Advocacy
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
- MLO, NMLS #2166708
- BASIC LIFE SUPPORT/CPR
- Car seat Safety Training
- Implicit Bias Training
Timeline
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Southwest Allen County Schools
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Southwest Allen County Schools
01.2023 - 08.2023
Mortgage Loan Officer
GVC Mortgage
01.2023 - 11.2023
Mortgage Loan Officer
Hometown Lenders
08.2022 - 01.2023
Mortgage Loan Officer Assistant
Parker Mortgage Group
01.2021 - 08.2022
Substitute Teacher
Noblesville Schools
08.2020 - 01.2021
Attendance Secretary
Noblesville Schools
08.2019 - 08.2020
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Noblesville Schools
08.2018 - 08.2019
Unit Support Rep/Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
11.2013 - 01.2021
Master of Science - Special Education
Purdue University Fort Wayne
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University Global
- MLO, NMLS #2166708
- BASIC LIFE SUPPORT/CPR
- Car seat Safety Training
- Implicit Bias Training
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