Anita Fryzek
St. Louis Park, MN,MN
Summary
Resourceful and innovative individual with over 6 years of experience in learning and curriculum development. Offering insightful analysis of content and design to create learning programs that achieve desired business outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Minneapolis Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Held a leadership position as the Climate and Culture Lead for Howe Elementary, participating and leading meetings for the Equity and Inclusion Team and the Instructional Leadership Team
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
5th and 3rd Grade Teacher
Athlos Leadership Academy
11.2018 - 06.2023
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Created eLearning units and lessons during the COVID pandemic
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
Reading Instructor
Lindamood Bell Learning Processes
06.2017 - 08.2020
- Implemented research-based instructional interventions to increase overall reading proficiency levels
- Executed learning activities focused on word attack, sight word recognition, contextual fluency, oral vocabulary and comprehension
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need
Adult ESL Teacher Volunteer
Literacy Minnesota
06.2017 - 02.2020
- Taught a class of approximately 22 adult ESL students for two hours weekly
- Developed tailored lesson plans for English Language Learners, resulting in improved language proficiency and confidence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Iowa State Universtiy
Ames, IA12.2017
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Powerpoint, Excel, and Word
- Familiarity with Articulate Storyline 360
- Instructional Presentations
- Course Material Creation
- Assessment Design
- Clear Communication
- Learning Theory
- E-Learning Design
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Minneapolis Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
5th and 3rd Grade Teacher
Athlos Leadership Academy
11.2018 - 06.2023
Reading Instructor
Lindamood Bell Learning Processes
06.2017 - 08.2020
Adult ESL Teacher Volunteer
Literacy Minnesota
06.2017 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Iowa State Universtiy