Amanda Knapp Application PackageKnapp Amanda
Last Name First Name Middle Initial
1200 west ave 1421 Miami beach
Home Address City
Fl 33139
State Zip Code
8452641923
HomeWork
Aknap004@fiu.edu
Email AddressCellular
Business Address City State Zip Code
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Human Rights Committee
BOARD AND COMMITTEE
APPLICATION FORM
Note:If applying for the At-Large position of the Historic Preservation Board, please answer the below
questions:
Have you ever resided in one of the City's Historic Districts for at least one year?Yes
No Address in City Historic District submitted.
Professional License
License Number Issuance Date Expire Date
Latin American Studies 5/8/2016
Note:If you are seeking appointment to a professional seat (e.g. attorney, architect, etc.), you must attach a copy of
your currently effective corresponding professional license.
Pursuant to City Code section 2-22(4) a, b and c: Members of Agencies, Boards, and Committees shall be
affiliated with the city. This requirement shall be fulfilled in the following ways:
NoResident of the City for a minimum of six (6) months:
Demonstrate an ownership interest in a business established in the City for a minimum of six (6) months:No
AFFILIATION WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
a.
● I am resident of:South Beach
Or
b.
"Ownership Interest" shall mean the ownership of ten percent (10%) or more (including the ownership of 10%
or more of the outstanding capital stock) in a business.
"Business" shall mean any sole proprietorship, sponsorship, corporation, limited liability company, or other
entity or business association.
c.Full-time employee of such a business (for a minimum of six months); and I am based in an office or
other location of the business that is physically located in Miami Beach (for a minimum of six months):No
Notwithstanding the requirements set forth herein, the qualified full-time employee of a business must be
approved by a 4/7th vote of the Mayor and City Commission.
NOTE: Members of Agencies, Boards, and Committees shall be required to demonstrate compliance with the
City affiliation requirements of section 2-22 (4) a and b of the Miami Beach City Code by executing an affidavit,
stipulating that they have met either (or both) of said affiliation requirements. The original affidavit shall be filled
with the Office of the City Clerk prior to being sworn in as a member.
Or
No● Have you ever been convicted of a felony:If yes, please explain in detail:
● Do you currently have a violation(s) of City of Miami Beach codes:No If yes, please explain in detail:
● Do you currently owe the City of Miami Beach any money:No If yes, please explain in detail:
● Are you currently serving on any City Boards or Committees:No If yes, which board?
● Are you presently a registered lobbyist with the City of Miami Beach?No
● I am applying for an appointment because I have special abilities, knowledge and experience. Please list below:
I have my masters in International Education and currently am working on my PhD in Public Affairs where I focus
my research on human trafficking policy in FL. I am also the pre-law advisor for FIU and serve as the MB
Democratic Club vice president and outreach chair.
NOTE: IF APPOINTED, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW CERTAIN LAWS THAT APPLY TO CITY
BOARD/COMMITTEE MEMBERS. THESE LAWS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
o Prohibition from directly or indirectly lobbying city personnel (Miami Beach City Code section 2-459).
o Prohibition from contracting with the city (Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
o Prohibition from lobbying before board/committee you have served on for period of one year after leaving office
(Miami Beach Code section 2-26)
o Requirement to disclose certain financial interests and gifts (Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
o Sunshine Law - Florida's Government-in-the-Sunshine Law was enacted in 1967. Today, the Sunshine Law
regarding open government can be found in Chapter 286 of the Florida Statutes. These statutes establish a basic
right of access to most meetings of Boards, Commissions, and other governing bodies of state and local
governmental agencies or authorities.
o Voting conflict - Form 8B is for use by any person serving at the county, city, or other local level of government on
an appointed or elected Board, Council, Commission, Authority, or Committee. It applies equality to members of
advisory and non-advisory bodies who are presented with a voting conflict of interest under Section 112.3143.
Florida Statutes.
● In what organization(s) in the City of Miami Beach do you currently hold membership in?
Name Position
Miami beach Democratic club Vice president/outreach chair
● List the address of all properties owned or in which you have an interest within the City of Miami Beach:
Property
Condo 1200 west
If so, which department and title?No● Are you now employed by the City of Miami Beach:
● Pursuant to City Code Section 2-25 (b):
Do you have a parent, spouse, child, brother, or sister who is employed by the City of Miami Beach?No
If "Yes", identify person(s) and department(s):
No relative's information submitted.
BOARD & COMMITTEE FINANCIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT
Acknowledgement of fines/suspension for Board/Committee Members for failure to comply with
Miami-Dade County Financial Disclosure Code Section 2-11.1(i)(2)
I understand that no later than July 1, of each year all members of Boards and Committees of the City of Miami
Beach, including those of a purely advisory nature, are required to comply with Miami-Dade County Financial
Disclosure Requirements.
One of the following forms must be filled with the City Clerk of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, no later than 12:00 noon of July 1, of each year:
1. A "Source of Income Statement;" or
2. A "Statement of Financial Interests (Form 1)¹ ;" or
3. A Copy of your latest Federal Income Tax Return.
Failure to file one of these forms, pursuant to the Miami-Dade County Code, may subject the person to a fine of no
more than $500, 60 days in jail, or both.
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¹ Members of the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment will be notified directly by the State of Florida, pursuant
to F.S. §112.3145(1)(a), to file a Statement of Financial Interests (Form 1) with the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of
Elections by 12:00 noon, July 1. Planning Board and Board of Adjustment members who file their Form 1 with the
County Supervisor of Elections automatically satisfy the County’s financial disclosure requirement as a Miami Beach
City Board/Committee member and need not file an additional form with the Office of the City Clerk. However,
compliance with the County disclosure requirement does not satisfy the State requirement.
DIVERSITY STATISTICS REPORT
The following information is voluntary and has no bearing on your consideration for appointment. It is being asked to
comply with City diversity reporting requirements.
WhiteRace/Ethnic Categories
What is your race?
No details providedOther Description:
Gender:Female
Are you Spanish/Hispanic/ Latino? Mark the "No" box if not Spanish / Hispanic / Latino.No
Physically Challenged:No
I HEREBY ATTEST TO THE ACCURACY AND TRUTHFULNESS OF THE APPLICATION; AND I HAVE
RECEIVED, READ AND WILL ABIDE BY CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE VII, OF THE MIAMI BEACH CITY CODE,
ENTITLED “STANDARDS OF CONDUCT FOR CITY OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES AND AGENCY MEMBERS AND
ALL OTHER APPLICABLE COUNTY AND/OR STATE LAWS AND STATUTES ACCORDINGLY.”
I Amanda Knapp agreed to the following terms on 12/21/2021 3:33:18 PM
Received in the City Clerk's Office by:
Name of Deputy Clerk Control No. Date
Board and Committee Application Checklist: Please ensure you have provided all information before applying or
reapplying to any Board and Committee.
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I have answered all questions fully.
I have uploaded a current resume, photograph, and a copy of any applicable professional license.
I have completed and attached the Board & Committee Financial Acknowledgment Statement.
I have completed and attached the Diversity Statistics Report.
If you have any questions, please contact the Office of the City Clerk via email: BC@miamibeachfl.gov or
telephone: 305.673.7411
Note: Florida Statutes 119.071: The role of the Office of the City Clerk is to receive and maintain forms filed as
public records. If your home address, telephone numbers, and/or photograph are exempt from disclosure and you
do not wish your home address, telephone numbers, and/or photograph to be made public, please:
1) Use your office or other address for your mailing address;
2) Use your office or other telephone number for your contact number; and
3) Do not attach a photograph.
AMANDA KNAPP
ADDRESS: 1200 West Ave #1421,, Miami Beach, Florida 33139 PHONE: 845.264.1923 EMAIL: aknap004@fiu.edu
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QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Intuitive, results-oriented, and performance-focused professional, offering progressive leadership
background in education administration, complemented with hands-on teaching experience. Demonstrate
outstanding work ethic and commitment to accomplishing goals and objectives toward career advancement.
Possess excellent public speaking and articulate interpersonal aptitudes in maintaining rela tionships with
diverse levels of individuals.
EDUCATION
Master of Public Administration, Current Student FIU, MIAMI, FL
Master of Science in International and Intercultural Education, 2016 FIU, MIAMI, FL
Graduate Certificate in Latin American and Caribbean Studies, 2016 FIU, MIAMI, FL
Study Abroad Program: International Education, 2016 FIU, CUBA
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, 2009 MARIST COLLEGE, POUGHKEEPSIE, NY, USA
Study Abroad Program: Political and History Program, 2008 MARIST COLLEGE, South Africa
EXPERIENCE
Academic Advisor 1 Florida International University 2019 - Current
▫ Serves as the Pre-Law Advisor for undergraduate students and assist with the law school application
process
o Conducts Pre-Law Training for new advisors
▫ Educates, guides, and monitors students to graduate within a 4-year timeline
▫ Serves as the School of International & Public Affairs liaison for student veterans
▫ Conducts and facilitates student orientations and other events
Assistant Academic Director Open Hearts Language Academy, Miami 2019
▫ Created and assigned class schedules using FileMaker Pro
▫ Conducted teacher interviews
▫ Inputed attendance, supervised teachers, answered emails, created activity budgets and other day to day
duties
▫ Planed faculty meetings, orientations, training, and workshops
▫ Observed, supervised, and assisted in the development and implementation of the curriculum
International Student Advisor Miami International University of Art & Design, Miami 2017–2018
▫ Acted as Designated Student Official (DSO) for SEVIS United States Immigration to guarantee center
compliance with regulations and policies of the Department of Human Services (DHS)
▫ Monitoring and updating F-1/F-2 information in Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS)
▫ Rendered assistance on commencement planning and graduation ceremony by planning the event and
maintaining the confirmed student list
▫ Took responsibility in facilitating quarterly and mid-quarter orientations for the students
▫ Wrote and edited the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and biennial reports
▫ Served as a committee member of the Summer Stay Initiative Project, accountable for student retention; as
well as student club advisor, in charge of creating and supporting the International Student Club and
Diversity Club
International Student Advisor ELS International School, Miami Shores 2016–2017
▫ Functioned as DSO for SEVIS United States Immigration to ensure center compliance with regulations and
policies of the DHS while monitoring and updating F-1/F-2 information in SEVIS
▫ Held accountability in providing student services in non-academic areas, which included orientation and
graduation; legal, college, and personal counseling; medical assistance; and housing
▫ Managed update on activities budget while developing monthly activities calendar
Assistant Office Administrator Rennert International Language School, Miami Beach 2013–2015
▫ Promptly addressed inquiries regarding English programs and F-1 and J-1 visa requirements
▫ Efficiently organized orientation folders, weekly activities, security keys, and entrance and exit
examinations
▫ Offered assistance in preparing F-1 and J-1 visa documents
▫ Took full charge of posting homestay advertisements on social media and updating company social media
AMANDA KNAPP
ADDRESS: 1200 West Ave #1421,, Miami Beach, Florida 33139 PHONE: 845.264.1923 EMAIL: aknap004@fiu.edu
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Academic Coordinator, Teen Summer Plus! Rennert International Language School 2014
▫ Managed facilitation of placement examinations, dissemination of student books, and arrangement of
orientation folders
▫ Assumed accountability in assigning class schedules of students and teachers
▫ Administered all legal forms, which involved flight, medical, housing deposit, and insurance information
▫ Applied consultative approach in resolving any problems such as the discipline of students and employment
and termination of teachers
Director of Special Projects | Membership Organizer IBT Teamsters Local 445, Rock Tavern, NY
2008–2011
▫ Communicated endorsements and contributions to provide support to political candidates
▫ Played an integral role in designing and facilitating special events
▫ Maintained active involvement in bargaining unit contract negotiations, including assessment and
modification of contracts
▫ Demonstrated creativity in designing social media websites and promotional materials
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
VARIOUS INSTITUTIONS, VARIOUS LOCATIONS (2013–2019)
English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor
Open Hearts Language Academy 2019
Talk International School, Miami, FL 2015–2016
Language On International School, Miami, FL 2015
Rennert International School, Miami, FL 2013–2014
▫ Provided education regarding all levels of grammar, conversational English, and accent neutralization
▫ Drafted weekly lesson plans, examinations, and assessments
▫ Helped students in preparing for Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOFEL), International English
Language Testing System (IELTS), Cambridge, and Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) examinations
▫ Facilitated classes within the classroom and office settings and through Skype
CERTIFICATION
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certification, 2013
Social/Behavioral Human Research Course, CITI Program, Since 2016
INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS
UBELONG, Muisne, Ecuador, 13-Week Volunteer Program, 2013
The Spanish Amazon College, Leticia, Amazon, Colombia, 8-Week Volunteer Program, 2012
Cross Cultural Solutions, Lima, Peru, 5-Week Volunteer Program, 2011
Cross Cultural Solutions, Salvador, Brazil, 5-Week Volunteer Program, 2010
Cross Cultural Solutions, Cape Town, South Africa, 4-Week Volunteer Program, 2009