Amanda Voss 

 
Email:​ ​amandanicole3125@gmail.com 
Mobile:​ (​ 708) 606-8130 
 
Current Address: P
​ ermanent Address: 
1045 Race Street NE 11624 197th Street  
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Mokena, IL 60448 
 
Objective: 
To secure the position of a Special Education Teacher.
 
Educational Background 
2013-Present Grand Valley State University: Seeking a Bachelor’s Degree 
in Comprehensive Science and Arts for Teaching and Special 
Education with endorsements in Cognitive and Emotional  
Impairments (graduating April 28, 2018) 
2016-2017 CPI Certification (annual renewal), First Aid/AED/CPR 
2013 Lincoln-Way East High School; Frankfort, IL
 
Experience 
January 2017-Present  
Student Teacher, Zeeland East High School  
❖ Differentiate instruction for students with Emotional Impairments. 
❖ Work closely with students and parents to create the best opportunities for 
success. 
❖ Develop unique Functional Behavior Assessments and execute with students. 
 
September 2017-Present 
Special Education Homebound Teacher, Grandville Public Schools 
❖ Create and implement Individualized Education Plans for individuals with Severe 
Multiple Impairments.  
❖ Facilitate specialized instruction to incorporate sensory opportunities and 
engagement. 
❖ Manage data tracking to measure growth in achievement of student goals. 
 
August-December 2017 
Student Teacher, Brookside Elementary: Grand Rapids Public Schools 
❖ Utilize data-driven instruction to obtain success following the Common Core 
State Standards. 
❖ Differentiate instruction for English Language Learners and make 
accommodations to best fit the needs of the students. 
❖ Progress monitor following training of the Fountas and Pinnell program. 
 
January-August 2017 
Caregiver, Home Services 
❖ Support teenage boy diagnosed with Autism, Pica, and Traumatic Brain Injury. 
❖ Collaborate with parents and staff to follow a cohesive schedule for client. 
  
❖ Provide documentation of incidental and behavioral reports. 
 
January-June 2017 
Student Teacher, Grandville Middle School 
❖ Work with students with Cognitive Impairments to promote life skills. 
❖ Create age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for students to launch 
engagement in standards-based curriculum. 
❖ Instruct in small and large groups to assist students in educational growth. 
 
2015-2017 
Respite Care Staff Member, Ottawa County 
❖ Establish daily goal-setting with a young man with moderate Autism.  
❖ Support client in the community to encourage social skill growth. 
 
August-December 2016 
Teacher Assistant, Rosewood Elementary: Jenison Public Schools  
❖ Enforce rules and expectations in a resource room setting aimed towards 
students with learning disabilities. 
❖ Educate students under the guidelines of the classroom teacher utilizing 
differentiation of instruction. 
 
2015-2016 
Assistant Teacher, Children’s Enrichment Center 
❖ Organize preschool-aged activities based on Creative Curriculum. 
❖ Consult with families and staff to promote positive learning experiences. 
 
2014-2016 
Camp Counselor, Camp Sunshine 
❖ Volunteer as a camp counselor to mentor individuals with cognitive 
impairments. 
❖ Create inclusive environment for campers to strengthen confidence and social 
skills. 
 
Academic Achievements and Memberships 
2017 Panhellenic Association; Recruitment Guide 
2016 Premier Commitment to Community Award Recipient 
2014-Present Gamma Phi Beta Sorority; Sisterhood Chairwoman, Fidelity  
Chairwoman, Recruitment Committee  
2013-Present Dean’s List Recipient; Grand Valley State University  
2014-Present “I Am GV” Leadership Award Recipient 
2014-2017 Transitions: New Student Orientation; Go Team Leader,  
Transitions Freshman Orientation Leader 
2013-2016 Best Buddies; Peer Buddy, Buddy Relations Officer, Executive  
Board Member 
 
 
 
  
 
References 
Student Teaching 
❖ Renee Klynstra/Brookside Elementary School: (616) 886-8607  
❖ Emily Mann/Grandville Public Schools: (616) 430-2176 
❖ Andrew Apol/Zeeland East High School: (616) 485-8934 
❖ Rachel Elenbaas/Rosewood Elementary School: (616) 990-0745 
 
Education 
❖ Pamela Schweitzer/Grand Valley State University Field Coordinator: (616) 
745-4495 
❖ Dori Helder/Grand Valley State University Field Coordinator: (616) 283-3424 
❖ Heather Moore/Grand Valley State University Field Coordinator: (269) 377-3094 
❖ Jason Hoogenstyn/Grand Valley State University Professor: (616) 485-6245 
 
Employment 
❖ Angela Thornburgh/Special Education Director and Principal of Grandville 
Public Schools: (616) 254-6010 
❖ Laura Marcus/Caseworker and Mother of Respite Care Client: (616) 822-9493 
❖ Sarah Lord/Children’s Enrichment Center: (616) 331-5437 
❖ Tabitha Herr/Mother of Homebound Services Student: (616) 826-0352 
 
Personal 
❖ Kathy Sandmann/Mentor: (815) 954-5348 
❖ Megan Jamrog/Education Colleague: (248) 924-6231 
❖ Gina Belcastro/Special Education Colleague and Best Buddies Executive Board 
Team Member: (586) 495-0212 
❖ Shelby Wegforth/Education Colleague: (708) 289-6490