Amanda H. Smith Ed.s.

Amanda H. Smith, Ed.S. has a diverse work experience in the field of education. Their most recent role is as a High School Mathematics Teacher at the San Dieguito Union High School District, starting in August 2021. Prior to this, they worked at Guajome Park Academy from August 2020 to June 2021, where they served as a High School Mathematics Intervention Specialist and later as a High School Mathematics Teacher. From July 2012 to June 2020, Amanda worked as a High School Mathematics Teacher at Forsyth County Schools in Georgia. Amanda H. also gained teaching experience as a Student Teacher in both High School and Middle School settings at Gwinnett County Public Schools from January 2012 to May 2012, and from August 2011 to December 2011, respectively. Additionally, Amanda served as a Student Observer at Fulton County Schools from August 2010 to December 2010. Earlier in their career, they worked as a Tutor and Curriculum Writer at C2 Education from July 2008 to August 2010, and from August 2008 to April 2009, respectively.

Amanda H. Smith, Ed.S. has an extensive education history. Amanda H. began their academic journey at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where they earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from 2003 to 2007. Following this, they pursued their passion for teaching by attending Kennesaw State University. There, they obtained a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree in Secondary Mathematics, with an Endorsement in ESOL, from 2010 to 2012.

Continuing their education, Amanda completed a Gifted In-Field Endorsement in Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented at Pioneer Regional Education Service Agency (Pioneer RESA) in 2013 and 2014. Additionally, they attended Georgia Gwinnett College in 2010, although detailed information about their degree and field of study was not provided.

Amanda's dedication to continuous learning is evident through their recent educational pursuits. Amanda H. completed an Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Secondary Education, Mathematics at Kennesaw State University from 2018 to 2020. Furthermore, they obtained various certifications to enhance their teaching skills and knowledge. Amanda H. received a Youth Mental Health First Aid USA certification from Mental Health First Aid Trainings in March 2022. Amanda H. also obtained a Single Subject Teaching Credential in Mathematics, Psychology, and ELA1 from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing in March 2020.

Additionally, Amanda holds several endorsements and certifications from the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. Amanda H. obtained a Gifted In-Field endorsement in September 2014, an ESOL Endorsement in July 2012, as well as certifications in Mathematics (6-12), Middle Grades Math (4-8), and Middle Grades Social Science (4-8) in June 2012. Lastly, they are a Google Certified Educator Level 1, having completed the certification with Google in November 2019.

Amanda's educational background highlights their commitment to academic excellence and their continuous pursuit of professional development in the field of education.