Amanda Brinkman
Harrisburg
Summary
Results-driven leader with extensive experience in education, skilled in relationship building and mentoring. Proven success in aligning curriculum with developmental standards and enhancing student learning through collaborative parent engagement and data-driven decision-making.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director & Lead Teacher
Tea Area School District - Tea Sprouts Preschool
Tea, SD
08.2003 - Current
- Developed and implemented educational programs fostering child development and engagement.
- Collaborated with staff to enhance curriculum delivery and align with developmental standards.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices for 70 students.
- Trained and mentored paraprofessionals and interns on effective classroom management techniques and instructional strategies.
- Piloted programs/technology (ESGI, ViewSonic Boards, Parent Square)
- Development and implemented a Terrific Twos program.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to ensure alignment with student and program goals.
- Fostered a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance student learning and address individual needs.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Education And Technology
Dakota State University
Madison, SDBachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Dakota State University
Madison, SDBachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SDSkills
- Relationship building
- Effective leader
- Program leadership
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Program Director & Lead Teacher
Tea Area School District - Tea Sprouts Preschool
08.2003 - Current
Master of Science - Computer Education And Technology
Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
South Dakota State University