ABOUT ME

Hi! My name is Amanda Holiday, and I am passionate about helping children become excited, confident, and comfortable with the world of numbers! My enthusiasm and teaching style help create a classroom environment that is fun, stimulating, and encourages students to be actively engaged in their learning process.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE:

I’ve been teaching math for 16 years, working with students from the elementary level through Algebra 2. My experience spans a wide range of classroom settings, including a public middle school in Charleston, SC, an inner-city charter school in Columbus, OH, and a network of private schools here in Orange County—LePort Schools.

In addition to classroom teaching, I’ve worked extensively as a private tutor for students with a wide range of math abilities, and I’ve led math clubs and test-prep courses as well. During three of my five years at LePort Schools, I also served on the company-wide Curriculum Development Team, contributing to the creation and enhancement of math curriculum for the upper elementary and junior high programs.

SINGAPORE MATH EXPERIENCE:

Over the years, through examining countless math programs, developing curriculum, and working closely with students, I’ve found Singapore Math to be truly exceptional. It’s a program that builds deep mathematical understanding and helps students approach problem-solving with confidence and clarity.

I first discovered Singapore Math over 14 years ago and have used it in my classroom ever since. In the summer of 2011, I had the opportunity to attend the National Conference on Singapore Math Strategies in Las Vegas, where I deepened my understanding of this powerful approach.

Through my experience, I’ve developed and curated a wide range of supplemental materials—many of which I’ve created myself—to enrich the curriculum even further. These resources help spark students’ excitement, boost their confidence, and strengthen their grasp of the concepts being taught.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

I hold a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Middle Grades Education with concentrations in math and social studies. I graduated magna cum laude from the College of Charleston in South Carolina where, upon graduation, I was also awarded the College of Charleston School of Education’s Middle Grades Outstanding Student Award.

I live in Southern California with my husband, twin 11-year-old sons and a 8-year-old daughter. I love being outside, running, traveling, reading, building memories with my family, and crafting!

I would be honored to have the opportunity to teach your child this year!

About Me