Ann Brekken
Crookston Public Schools
Erskine,MN
21
years of professional experience
Dedicated teacher skilled in designing effective intervention plans and fostering teacher collaboration. Committed to continuous improvement and strategic planning to enhance student learning outcomes. Experience in culturally responsive teaching, training in trauma-informed teaching, and READ Act trained through LETRS. Passionate about fostering student growth in all areas of Language Arts.
Work History
Title I / ADSIS Interventionist
13 Years 10 Months- Designed and implemented individualized Tier 2 and Tier 3 intervention plans for both reading and math, grades K-5.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop and implement Tier 1 interventions.
- Progress monitored students and adjusted interventions based on performance data.
- Helped plan and facilitate monthly PLC's for staff on effective intervention strategies.
- Assisted the district with maintaining READ Act compliance, trainings, Local Literacy Plan, and all ADSIS reporting.
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
6 Years- Developed lesson plans following Minnesota State Standards .
- Used differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate all learners.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and adjusted instruction as needed.
- Collaborated with second grade team teachers, staff, and parents to support students' social, emotional, and academic development.
- Mentored new teachers in instructional best practices and classroom management techniques appropriate for second grade.
Sixth Grade Classroom Teacher
1 Year- Developed lesson plans following Minnesota State Standards.
- Used differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate all learners.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and adjusted instruction as needed.
- Collaborated with staff and parents to support students' social, emotional, and academic development.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
- Resident Teacher Program partnership with Grand Forks Public Schools
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
- Magna Cum Laude
Skills
Continuous professional development
Organizational skills
Flexible approach to new experiences
Strategic planning
Collaborative teamwork
Willingness to learn new skills
Timeline
Title I / ADSIS Interventionist
Crookston Public Schools
08.2012 - CurrentRead More
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Crookston Public Schools
08.2006 - 08.2012Read More
Sixth Grade Classroom Teacher
Win-E-Mac Public Schools
08.2005 - 08.2006Read More
University of North Dakota
Master of Science from Elementary Education
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University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
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