Amber Raycraft
Prince George,Canada
Summary
An engaging professional monitoring young academics and utilizing various methods and diverse curriculums to maximize learning. Dedicated Intermediate Classroom Teacher with current British Columbia teaching certificate bringing 19 years' experience. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation.
As education professional, brings wealth of experience in creating dynamic and inclusive learning experiences. Proven ability to engage students and cultivate positive learning environment. Known for strong collaboration and flexibility, ensuring smooth adaptation to evolving educational needs. Skilled in curriculum development and classroom management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 3 - 7 Classroom Teacher
Foothills Elementary School
01.2016 - Current
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Instructed groups of up to 29 students and provided individual support.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Successfully collaborated with parents, administrators, and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
Resource and Learning Assistance Teacher
Quinson Elementary
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Participated in Individual Education Plan conferences to enhance development of students and increase support where needed.
- Met with students, parents, and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Created and adapted lesson plans to meet students' varying academic needs.
Resource, Learning Assistance and ELL Teacher
Blackburn Elementary
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Developed and taught English Second Language (ESL) curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
- Attended continuing education workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
Grade 6 – 7 Teacher
Mackenzie Elementary and Morfee Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Proactively scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Cultivated relationships with parents to establish and maintain complete support network.
High School Teacher
Mackenzie Secondary School
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Addressed consistent behavior problems with students, parents, and senior staff.
- Created study guides, research materials and syllabi for students.
- Delivered audio-visual presentations on various platforms to cater to different learning styles.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
Education
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
Yorkville University
Fredericton, New Brunswick12.2025
Bachelors of Arts - English Major
University of Northern British Columbia
Prince George/Terrace, British Columbia2014
Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate - Education
Simon Fraser University
Terrace, British Columbia2006
Skills
- Exceptional Written Communication
- Strong Interpersonal Communication and Conflict Resolution
- Team Building
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Recognized for Leadership
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Technology integration
Certificates And Community Involvement
- POPARD Training: Working with Children with Autism, 08/01/13
- Special Olympics 10 Pin Bowling Coach, 01/01/15 - 12/31/17
- Pickleball Organizer for the West Bowl Community Organization, 01/01/19 - 12/31/20
Timeline
Grade 3 - 7 Classroom Teacher
Foothills Elementary School
01.2016 - Current
Resource and Learning Assistance Teacher
Quinson Elementary
01.2015 - 01.2016
Resource, Learning Assistance and ELL Teacher
Blackburn Elementary
01.2012 - 01.2015
Grade 6 – 7 Teacher
Mackenzie Elementary and Morfee Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2012
High School Teacher
Mackenzie Secondary School
01.2006 - 01.2007
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
Yorkville University
Bachelors of Arts - English Major
University of Northern British Columbia
Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate - Education
Simon Fraser University