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Ann Iverson

South Lyon,MI

Summary

I have had the wonderful opportunity to teach kindergarten, first grade, second grade and even virtual second grade throughout my teaching career so far. I love working with young kids and my true passion is encouraging the smallest of children to believe in themselves. I enjoy creating a warm, caring and safe environment where everyone is welcome and valued each day. I believe in meeting each child where they are at and encouraging them to do their best academically, socially and emotionally every day. I understand that this can be a difficult task for children, however, I feel that by building personal relationships, teaching with empathy and compassion and challenging them academically, I can bring out their very best skills and successes throughout the year.

I feel that it is very important to work as a team with my colleagues as well. I have always enjoyed sharing ideas, curriculum, supplies, and teaching strategies with my teammates. I've been very fortunate to work with so many wonderful teachers who have also become some of my closest friends over the years.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade Teacher

Hardy Elementary School
09.2012 - Current
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
  • Created, managed and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
  • Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.

First Grade Teacher

Byron Elementary School
09.2004 - 08.2012
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.

Kindergarten Teacher

St. Mary Catholic School
09.2002 - 08.2003
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
  • Cultivated language skills through use of traditional poems, nursery rhymes and riddles to help students develop comprehension, vocabulary and love of language.

Education

Master of Arts - Reading And Language Arts

Oakland University
Oakland, MI
08.2006

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education-ZA Endorsement

University of Michigan - Flint
Flint, MI
05.2002

Skills

  • ZA Endorsement
  • Elementary Education
  • Teaching Method Adaptations
  • Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Facilitating Online Learning
  • Supervising Classroom Activities
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Lesson Planning and Preparation
  • Creating a Safe Learning Environment
  • Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented

Timeline

Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade Teacher

Hardy Elementary School
09.2012 - Current

First Grade Teacher

Byron Elementary School
09.2004 - 08.2012

Kindergarten Teacher

St. Mary Catholic School
09.2002 - 08.2003

Master of Arts - Reading And Language Arts

Oakland University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education-ZA Endorsement

University of Michigan - Flint
Ann Iverson