Amanda Diamond
Yorkton,Canada
Summary
I aim to find rewarding full-time employment within a school board, where I can utilize my education, experience, and skills working with children.
Dedicated, and hardworking team player. Reflective practitioner with a growth mindset for myself and the students. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Assistant - Dr. Brass School
Good Spirit School Division
Yorkton, Canada
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Full-time, temporary contract through Jordan's Principal. I was assigned to a sixth-grade student.
Substitute Educational Assistant
Prairie Valley School Division
Saskatchewan, Canada
01.2016 - 01.2023
- I supported the teacher in developing and implementing students' Individual Education Plans (I.E.P.) (I.L.P. in SK).
- I assisted with supervising students during classroom activities, recess, lunch, excursions, and during bus and taxi arrivals and departures, as well as during work placements.
- I assisted the teacher with students' behavioural needs.
- I participated in the ongoing assessment of student programs and wrote daily anecdotal reports and records.
- I attended professional development sessions/training as required.
Permanent School Bus Driver
Prairie Valley School Division
Saskatchewan, Canada
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Conducted daily trip inspections in compliance with S.G.I. commercial vehicle laws to ensure bus safety and reliability.
- Attended mandatory training and safety meetings as required by the school board.
- Safely transported elementary and high school students to and from designated pick-up/drop-off locations on a consistent schedule.
- Ensured the safety and security of up to 70 students (K–12), monitoring attendance at stops and confirming transportation needs.
- Maintained strict adherence to road rules and regulations, beginning and completing routes on time while prioritizing safety.
- Provided transportation for staff and students during outings, extracurricular activities, and field trips.
- Fostered a respectful and professional environment, addressing student behaviour and language issues with kindness and fairness.
- Protected the confidentiality of student and family information, following FOIPOP guidelines and school board policies.
Full-time Assistant to the Developmentally Handicapped (Educational Assistant)
York Region District School Board
Ontario, Canada
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Supported teachers in developing and implementing IEPs and delivering targeted interventions.
- Prepared classroom materials and assisted with academic, behavioural, and social needs.
- Supervised students during activities, meals, transportation, and community work placements.
- Provided personal and medical care (medication, feeding, hygiene, mobility assistance).
- Led an in-school suspension pilot project, maintaining logs, assessments, and student guidance.
- Wrote daily reports and contributed to ongoing program evaluations.
- Facilitated student success in work experience placements by building natural supports.
- Attended professional development to strengthen skills in inclusive education.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
University of Regina
Regina, SK12.2025
Early Childhood Education Diploma -
Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology
OntarioOntario Secondary School Diploma -
Stouffville District Secondary School
Stouffville, OntarioSkills
- Individualized education plans
- Student assessment
- Behaviour intervention techniques
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Positive reinforcement
- Effective communication
- Growth mindset
- Individualized instruction
- Classroom management
Other Information
Dedicated and hardworking team player. Reflective practitioner with a growth mindset for myself and the students., Girl Guides of Canada, Buffalo Plains Ringette Association, School Band Association, Fantasyland Bingo, Parent/Teacher School Association, Crisis prevention, Management, Dealing with non-compliant individuals, Criminal reference check with vulnerable sector screening attached.
Certification
Completed several courses involving crisis prevention, management, and dealing with non-compliant individuals.
Class 5S driver's license with a clean driving record.
Respect in Sport – Activity Leader Certificate and Parent Program Certificate.
Class 5S driver's license with a clean driving record.
Respect in Sport – Activity Leader Certificate and Parent Program Certificate.
Affiliations
Volunteered for various nonprofit organizations, including Girl Guides of Canada, Buffalo Plains Ringette Association, School Band Association, Fantasyland Bingo, and Parent/Teacher School Association.
Currently helping direct the school Christmas performance at M.C. Knoll.
Currently helping direct the school Christmas performance at M.C. Knoll.
Timeline
Educational Assistant - Dr. Brass School
Good Spirit School Division
01.2024 - 01.2025
Substitute Educational Assistant
Prairie Valley School Division
01.2016 - 01.2023
Permanent School Bus Driver
Prairie Valley School Division
01.2016 - 01.2023
Full-time Assistant to the Developmentally Handicapped (Educational Assistant)
York Region District School Board
01.2004 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
University of Regina
Early Childhood Education Diploma -
Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
Stouffville District Secondary School