Amanda Lundberg
Schaumburg
Summary
Dedicated Reading Specialist with a proven track record in enhancing literacy skills across diverse student populations through targeted assessments and evidence-based intervention strategies. Expert in curriculum development and data-driven instruction, I possess a deep understanding of child development that allows for tailored learning approaches to meet varied student needs. I am now seeking to leverage my extensive experience in collaborative teamwork and program development as an Instructional Coach within the district, where I can empower fellow educators and drive impactful instructional results through mentorship and strategic support. Known for fostering strong professional relationships and a culture of continuous improvement, I am committed to scaling student engagement and academic success across the entire school community.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Specialist
Spring Hills Elementary School
Roselle, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Created lesson plans to teach phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary skills.
- Developed and implemented reading intervention plans for struggling students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance in order to recommend appropriate instructional modifications.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for differentiating instruction based on the needs of individual students.
Reading Specialist
Spring Hills Elementary School
Roselle, IL
07.2019 - 06.2023
Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for differentiating instruction based on the needs of individual students.
- Presented workshops at staff meetings regarding effective methods for teaching literacy skills.
- Utilized data from formative and summative assessments in order to analyze student progress towards meeting learning goals.
General Education Teacher
Spring Hills Elementary School
Roselle, IL
07.2015 - 06.2019
- Approached instruction with engaging, informative and motivational style.
- Provided guidance to children on appropriate behavior and social interactions with peers.
- Observed students during playtime to identify areas for improvement or reinforcement of knowledge.
Special Education Teacher
Spring Hills Elementary School
Roselle, IL
07.2010 - 06.2015
- Co-taught and provided instruction in resource room
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
Education
Masters of Education - Reading Specialist
Olivet Nazarene University
Oak Brook, IL07.2015
Masters of Curriculum and Instruction -
Concordia University
Chicago, IL05.2013
Bachelors of Science - Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05.2010
Skills
- Intervention planning/strategies
- Collaborative learning leadership
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Differential instruction
- Progress monitoring
- Individualized support
- Effective instructional strategies
- Teacher collaboration
Affiliations
- School Improvement Team
- MTSS Committee
- ELA Committee (Phonics and Vocabulary)
- Problem Solving Team
Certification
- Reading Specialist, 07/15
- ESL Endorsement, 06/12
- Illinois Type 3 Certificate in Elementary Education - K-9, 01/11
- Illinois Type 10 Certificate in Special Education Learning and Behavior Specialist, 05/10
- Early Childhood Special Education Letter of Approval, 05/10
- Highly Qualified in Reading and Language Arts, 05/10
Timeline
Reading Specialist
Spring Hills Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Reading Specialist
Spring Hills Elementary School
07.2019 - 06.2023
General Education Teacher
Spring Hills Elementary School
07.2015 - 06.2019
Special Education Teacher
Spring Hills Elementary School
07.2010 - 06.2015
Masters of Curriculum and Instruction -
Concordia University
Bachelors of Science - Education
Illinois State University
Masters of Education - Reading Specialist
Olivet Nazarene University
Affiliations and Achievements
- Jason Eliasek Scholarship, 04/08
- Co-author of MS #1148 'Using Visual Supports with Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders,' in TEACHING Exceptional Children Magazine, 2010
- Graduated Summa Cum Laude, 05/10
- IRC Member 2024
- LETRs Grant Recipient, 2024
- Teachers Who Excel Recipient, 2025
References
- Lisa Steiner, Instructional Coach, Spring Hills Elementary School, Roselle, IL, 60172, lsteiner@sd12.org, (630) 529-1883
- Amy Salatino, Kindergarten Teacher, Spring Hills Elementary School, Roselle, IL, 60172, asalatino@sd12.org, (630) 529-1883
- Kelly Lynn, Assistant Superintendent for Learning and Teaching , Roselle District 12, Roselle, IL, 60172, klynn@sd12.org, (630) 529-1883
- Karen Petelle, Principal, Spring Hills Elementary School, Roselle, IL, 60172, kpetelle@sd12.org, (630) 529-1883