Amy Ma

Computer Science and Special Education Teacher

Chicago, Illinois, United States

About

Compassionate, reflective, and detail-oriented high school educator with 16 years of combined classroom and case management experience. Committed to creating trauma-informed and emotionally safe learning environments through intentional community building, valuing student voice, and leading with humility.

Experience

  • Chicago Public Schools (17 yrs 6 mos)
    • Computer Science and Special Education Teacher
      2023 - Present · 3 yrs 7 mos

    • Case Manager and Special Education Teacher
      Feb 2009 - 2023 · 14 yrs

  • Student Teacher at BREMEN CHSD 228 SCHOOL DISTRICT
    Aug 2008 - Dec 2008 · 5 mos

  • Personal Fundraising Consultant at Muscular Dystrophy Association
    Aug 2006 - Oct 2007 · 1 yr 3 mos

  • City Year Chicago (2 yrs 1 mo)
    • Program Leader
      2003 - 2004 · 1 yr

    • Corps Member
      2002 - 2003 · 1 yr