Wildcat Way Early Learning Center 2014 Teacher of the Year - Amber Micak

Amber Micak
Wildcat Way Early Learning Center
Pre-kindergarten, All Subjects

Education
Sam Houston State University (Huntsville, Texas), Master of Education in Early Childhood Education, 1996
Sam Houston State University (Huntsville, Texas), Bachelor of Science in Academic Studies, 1993.
Lee College (Baytown, Texas), Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts, 1993






Teaching History
Wildcat Way Early Learning Center, Spring Branch ISD, 2002-Present
The Bendwood School Child Development Lab School, Spring Branch ISD,1995-2002
St. Jerome Catholic School, Houston, Texas, August-October 1995
Big Little School, Houston, Texas, 1994-1995

20 years total of teaching experience

In her own words . . .

“The most rewarding part of teaching Pre-k is the unpredictability. Each day may have some highs and lows but it is never boring! From the smiles, to the tears, to the challenging behaviors, it is never boring.”

In the words of others . . .
                                                                                   
“Amber is now in her 12th year as a prekindergarten teacher. She has gained the respect of her peers for her dedication to students and her creativity. . . .It is rare to find the combined strengths of strong instructional ability, true compassion, a concern for students, and a desire to continually improve.”
 Tim Ashford, The Wildcat Way School for Early Learning Administrator

“As the result of her teaching both of our children, we came to know (Ms. Amber) as a caring, creative and sincere educator, who truly loves working with children and helping them learn.”
 Tim and Rebecca Brown, Wildcat Way School for Early Learning student parents

Selected Honors, Awards & Activities:
Campus Improvement Team (CIT), Wildcat Way Learning Center, Member,2002-Present
Campus Literacy Team (CLT), Wildcat Way Learning Center, Member, 2002-Present
Pre-Kindergarten Team Leader, Wildcat Way Learning Center, 2002-Present
Outstanding Educator of Young Children Award, 1997

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