Amber Adams
Clearinghouse Administrator at US Urban Search and Rescue- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Pashtu Professional working proficiency
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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Grants Management Certificate - Recipient
Management ConceptsAug, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Maryland Educator Certificate
Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)Sep, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Pennsylvania Teaching Certification
Pennsylvania Department of EducationJun, 2008- Nov, 2024 -
Instructor Inclusion Training
American Red CrossApr, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Lifeguard Certificate
American Red CrossJan, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Water Safety Training
American Red CrossSep, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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US Urban Search and Rescue
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Public Safety
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1 - 100 Employee
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Clearinghouse Administrator
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Dec 2022 - Present
Manages users on behalf of Maryland Task Force One for compliance with Department of Transportation requirements. Queries the Clearinghouse for current and prospective drivers' drug and alcohol violations before permitting those employees to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) on public roads.
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Grants Manager
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Jan 2022 - Present
Maintains knowledge of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and hazard mitigation grant programs to interact with federal agency representatives, peers, and program managers; identifies and collects required supporting documentation for eligible activities and reimbursement packages; manages timelines and deliverables; designs and ensures accurate project records are maintained and accessible to meet audit requirements; monitors project execution to ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, and policies of FEMA programs; prepares and monitors budgets to determine funding needs and appropriate allocation of funds; applies for funding opportunities and tracks grant applications and cooperative agreements; collaborates with sponsoring agency's finance department to facilitate procurement and contract compliance; collaborates with departments within the sponsoring agency and participating agencies' finance departments to complete reimbursement claims regarding deployments. Show less
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Supervisor
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Mar 2021 - Dec 2022
Supervised, trained, and evaluated staff assigned to the aquatics facility; managed the operation of pools and spas, including hourly testing, addressing all water chemistry issues, and maintaining a vacuuming schedule for all bodies of water; collaborated with Aquatics Managers to consistently improve facility procedures and standards; ensured chemical and pump rooms are up to code, stocked, functional, and organized; and performed other duties as required, including enforcing COVID19 restrictions and protocols. Show less
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Lifeguard
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Mar 2019 - Dec 2022
Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acted immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of patrons in the event of an emergency: provided emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
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Water Safety Instructor
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Jul 2019 - Jan 2022
Created and implemented lessons for patrons on how to be safe in, on, and/or around water; instructed students of all ages and varying abilities on how to swim covering the knowledge and skills needed for aquatic skill development, which in turn, leads to safer and better swimmers using a logical progression; provided an inclusive learning environment focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion and provides accommodations as described in the American Red Cross Instructor Inclusion Training.
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United States Postal Service
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales & Services Distribution Associate
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Oct 2021 - Dec 2021
Performed a variety of sales and customer services at a retail window, such as maintaining sufficient inventory of and selling stamps, stamped paper, and other retail products and services; used a computerized system to accept, sort, and deliver packages and accountable mail; issued domestic postal money orders; accepted and responded to customer claims and inquiries; provided information to the public regarding postal regulations. Performed a variety of sales and customer services at a retail window, such as maintaining sufficient inventory of and selling stamps, stamped paper, and other retail products and services; used a computerized system to accept, sort, and deliver packages and accountable mail; issued domestic postal money orders; accepted and responded to customer claims and inquiries; provided information to the public regarding postal regulations.
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Self Employed
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United States
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700 & Above Employee
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Private Tutor
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Dec 2016 - Mar 2020
Created supplemental study programs for after-school tutoring sessions and assisted with test preparation and homework.
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Nanny
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Jun 2017 - Aug 2017
Provided child care for two adolescents during Summer break. Provided daily hot lunches and oversaw daily chores. Assisted with transportation to activities such as bowling, the trampoline park, and miniature golf. Supervised cardio-vascular activities, such as outdoor walks and swimming at the community pool.
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Anne Arundel County Public Schools
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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700 & Above Employee
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6th Grade Mathematics Teacher
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Aug 2017 - Jan 2019
Provided instruction to students by developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials and presenting them using instructional techniques which met the needs of all students. Provided an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students. Monitored and evaluated student performance. Developed, collaborated, and implemented plans to improve student performance with other math department members. Maintained required records and followed required procedures and practices. Show less
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Anne Arundel County Public Schools
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Substitute Teacher
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Mar 2017 - Jun 2017
Utilized provided lesson plans to provide instruction as a substitute teacher for Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Utilized provided lesson plans to provide instruction as a substitute teacher for Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
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Science Explorers, Inc.
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Science Instructor
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Mar 2017 - Jun 2017
Provided an opportunity for children ages 4-11 to become engaged in the wonders of science during after-school programs through interactive, hands-on activities. Provided an opportunity for children ages 4-11 to become engaged in the wonders of science during after-school programs through interactive, hands-on activities.
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United States Air Force
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Cryptologic Language/Geospatial Analyst
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Mar 2010 - Mar 2017
Exercised knowledge of numerous, diverse analytic tools, techniques, and procedures; performed target tracking and development of threat assessments to deployed personnel; utilized foreign language filters to identify threats to deployed personnel. Exercised knowledge of numerous, diverse analytic tools, techniques, and procedures; performed target tracking and development of threat assessments to deployed personnel; utilized foreign language filters to identify threats to deployed personnel.
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Athens Area School
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Substitute Teacher
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Sep 2009 - Mar 2010
Taught courses including Spanish and Mathematics Taught courses including Spanish and Mathematics
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Canton Area School District
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Substitute Teacher
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Sep 2009 - Mar 2010
Taught courses including Algebra I, Trigonometry, Library Skills, and tutoring; Long-term Secondary Mathematics Substitute from November 2009-February 2010. Taught courses including Algebra I, Trigonometry, Library Skills, and tutoring; Long-term Secondary Mathematics Substitute from November 2009-February 2010.
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Wyalusing Area School District
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United States
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Substitute Teacher
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Sep 2008 - Mar 2010
Taught courses including Algebra I, Algebra II, Calculus, Geometry, Trigonometry, English, Chemistry, Physics, Principles of Technology, Spanish, and Special Education Taught courses including Algebra I, Algebra II, Calculus, Geometry, Trigonometry, English, Chemistry, Physics, Principles of Technology, Spanish, and Special Education
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Sullivan County School District
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Mildred and Laporte, PA
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Substitute Teacher
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Sep 2008 - Mar 2010
Taught courses including AP Calculus, Algebra I, Trigonometry, and tutoring; co-taught Applied Geometry with a Special Education teacher; Long-term Secondary Mathematics Substitute from March-June 2009; taught; other responsibilities included Ski Club Advisor, Prom Chaperone, and Detention Proctor Taught courses including AP Calculus, Algebra I, Trigonometry, and tutoring; co-taught Applied Geometry with a Special Education teacher; Long-term Secondary Mathematics Substitute from March-June 2009; taught; other responsibilities included Ski Club Advisor, Prom Chaperone, and Detention Proctor
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Boy Scouts of America
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Fine Arts Director
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Jul 2009 - Aug 2009
Supervised Fine Arts Center and provided opportunities for scouts to fulfill merit badge requirements, including field trips to visit local artists; taught merit badges including Art, Pottery, Photography, and Sculpture Supervised Fine Arts Center and provided opportunities for scouts to fulfill merit badge requirements, including field trips to visit local artists; taught merit badges including Art, Pottery, Photography, and Sculpture
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Boy Scouts of America
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Ecology & Conservation Director
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Jul 2005 - Aug 2005
Oversaw the Ecology and Conservation Center and managed a four-member team to provide opportunities for scouts to fulfill merit badge requirements; taught Environmental Science and Fishing merit badges, along with the Leave No Trace Principles Oversaw the Ecology and Conservation Center and managed a four-member team to provide opportunities for scouts to fulfill merit badge requirements; taught Environmental Science and Fishing merit badges, along with the Leave No Trace Principles
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Education
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2019 - 2020
Strayer University
Master's degree, Information Technology Project Management -
2010 - 2014
Community College of the Air Force
Associate's Degree, Intelligence Studies and Technology -
2010 - 2011
Defense Language Institute
Associate’s Degree, Language -
2004 - 2008
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), Mathematics
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