AMANDA SIMMONS
Knoxville
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking professional with diverse experience across multiple fields. Recognized as a collaborative team player and quick learner, I am adept at adapting to new challenges and environments. Proven ability to maintain composure under pressure and leverage past employment opportunities to develop strong stress tolerance. Committed to delivering high-quality results while fostering a positive team dynamic.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Rocky Top Academy - West Town
02.2025 - Current
- Incorporated sensory integration techniques and assistive technologies to enhance learning outcomes and promote inclusivity.
- Assisted with classroom management techniques to improve student behavior and foster positive classroom atmosphere.
- Utilized various teaching techniques to instruct full classes on subject topics.
- Integrated interactive learning experiences and digital resources to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
911 Telecommunicator
Knox County Emergency Communications District
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Verified number and location data using mapping software for accuracy and reliability.
- Obtained the most important information from callers, including their locations, their current issues and the level of the emergency.
- Employed language interpretation services to assist callers with language barriers.
- Documented incident details to establish urgency, categorize incident type and obtain proper help for caller.
- Maintained communications during life-threatening emergencies by providing safety instructions until field units arrived.
Extrusion Machine Operator
Omega Plastics
02.2021 - 01.2024
- Operated extruder equipment to produce a variety of plastic products.
- Used controls to regulate pressure, sizing, and temperature of materials during production.
- Examined products for defects and modified strategies to improve quality.
Heavy Equipment Operator
U.S. Marine Corps Reserve
11.2019 - 07.2021
- I learned and became proficient operating many different pieces of equipment. Regarding forklifts, I completed the courses for forklifts: LCRTF RT-022, EBFLM, and the TRAM 624/KR. I also completed training for the TRAM with the bucket attachment, the D6K Dozer, and the 120 M Road Grader.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cyber Security
Pellissippi State Community College
Knoxville, TN05.2026
High School Diploma - undefined
Farragut High School
Knoxville, TN05.2018
Skills
- Customer assistance
- Extruder operation
- Product packaging
- Quality assurance
- Die installation
- Stress Tolerance
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Production monitoring
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Rocky Top Academy - West Town
02.2025 - Current
911 Telecommunicator
Knox County Emergency Communications District
01.2024 - 12.2024
Extrusion Machine Operator
Omega Plastics
02.2021 - 01.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator
U.S. Marine Corps Reserve
11.2019 - 07.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Farragut High School
Associate of Applied Science - Cyber Security
Pellissippi State Community College