Hi! I’m Amara Sankhagowit, a dedicated educator with a passion for mathematics and inclusive education. I’ve spent multiple years supporting middle school students in 5th–8th grades, designing engaging lessons and implementing IEP-based supports to help every learner succeed. I love collaborating with families and colleagues to create welcoming, rigorous learning environments where students can build confidence and achieve their goals. I have an MA in Linguistics (PhD coursework completed) and have done various freelance linguistics work throughout the years. Outside the classroom, I enjoy mentoring students, leading clubs, and continuously refining my practice through professional development. I’m committed to equity in education and to lifelong learning for my students, families, and myself.

Amara Sankhagowit

Hi! I’m Amara Sankhagowit, a dedicated educator with a passion for mathematics and inclusive education. I’ve spent multiple years supporting middle school students in 5th–8th grades, designing engaging lessons and implementing IEP-based supports to help every learner succeed. I love collaborating with families and colleagues to create welcoming, rigorous learning environments where students can build confidence and achieve their goals. I have an MA in Linguistics (PhD coursework completed) and have done various freelance linguistics work throughout the years. Outside the classroom, I enjoy mentoring students, leading clubs, and continuously refining my practice through professional development. I’m committed to equity in education and to lifelong learning for my students, families, and myself.

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Hi! I’m Amara Sankhagowit, a dedicated educator with a passion for mathematics and inclusive education. I’ve spent multiple years supporting middle school students in 5th–8th grades, designing engaging lessons and implementing IEP-based supports to help every learner succeed. I love collaborating with families and colleagues to create welcoming, rigorous learning environments where students can build confidence and achieve their goals.

I have an MA in Linguistics (PhD coursework completed) and have done various freelance linguistics work throughout the years.
Outside the classroom, I enjoy mentoring students, leading clubs, and continuously refining my practice through professional development. I’m committed to equity in education and to lifelong learning for my students, families, and myself.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

Thai
Advanced
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Teacher, Mathematics & Special Education (5-8 th Grade) at Atlanta SMART Academy
July 1, 2022 - Present
Co-teach in 5th-8th grade inclusion mathematics classes and manage an IEP caseload of around 12 students. 2023–2024: lead instruction, create lesson plans, manage a 5th grade mathematics class. 2022–2023: lead instruction, create lesson plans, manage an 8th grade mathematics class. Teach middle school math during Saturday school and after-school tutoring sessions.
Teacher, Mathematics & Special Education (6-8 th Grade) at Friendship Public Charter School – Chamberlain
July 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022
Led instruction, created lesson plans, and managed classrooms in 3 middle school resource (special education) mathematics classes, and managed an IEP caseload of around 20 students per year. Sponsored the Chess Club. Taught middle school math courses during the summer.
Urban Teachers Resident at Friendship Public Charter School – Chamberlain
August 1, 2019 - June 1, 2020
Collaborated with lead teacher in creating lesson plans, leading instruction, and managing classrooms in 3 eighth grade mathematics classes and intervention block. Provided tutoring aid outside class time.
Urban Teachers Resident at Higher Achievement – Ward 8, Achievement Prep Academy
June 1, 2019 - July 1, 2019
Collaborated with lead teacher in creating lesson plans, leading instruction, and managing classrooms in 2 summer ELA classes for rising 5th and 6th grade students.
Teaching Assistant at University of Chicago
January 1, 2018 - June 1, 2018
Planned and led weekly discussion for 20 undergraduate students in an introductory Linguistics course; met with and assisted students outside class.
Instructor at University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee
September 1, 2014 - May 1, 2015
Planned and implemented entire curriculum on a web-based learning system for 140 undergraduate students in an introductory Linguistics course (online).
Teaching Assistant at University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee
September 1, 2013 - May 1, 2014
Planned and led 6 weekly discussion sections for 140 undergraduate students in an introductory Linguistics course.

Education

Master of Science in Education (Secondary Mathematics, Special Education) at Johns Hopkins University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2021
Master of Arts (PhD coursework completed) in Linguistics at University of Chicago
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Master of Arts in Linguistics at University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, Philosophy (double major) at University of Minnesota
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Response to Intervention (RTI) training at Urban Teachers
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026

Qualifications

Response to Intervention (RTI) training
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization

Experience Level

Intermediate

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