Ann Metcalfe
Independant
Osceola,IN
27
years of professional experience
Dedicated educator with strong accountability and collaboration skills. Experienced in implementing educational routines and positive behavior management, ready to make a meaningful impact in a supportive role.
Work History
Stay at Home Parent/Community Service Volunteer
20 Years 5 Months- Implemented educational routines to foster developmental milestones for my three children.
- Utilized modern teaching methods to support school work and social skills at home.
- Coordinated family logistics, including appointments and events.
- Volunteered across different age groups and school levels at Salem Preschool in Granger, IN, Elm Road Elementary and Bittersweet Elementary in Mishawaka, IN.
- Provided daily living assistance and recovery support following my mother-in-law's surgery.
- Participated and fundraised for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's MS Walks.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
3 Years 6 Months- Assisted lead teacher in developing and implementing engaging lesson plans in FELP's PreK classroom and the 2/3's program.
- Supported children using the HighScope approach and Conscious Discipline methods.
- Facilitated individual and group activities to enhance social skills and developmental milestones.
- Monitored student progress with Core notes, providing feedback to promote positive learning outcomes.
Teacher
4 Years 8 Months- Developed engaging lesson plans incorporating diverse learning strategies in 7th grade computer technology classroom.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
- Implemented assessment tools to track student progress and adapt instructional methods.
- Involved with various committees and coached 7th/8th grade cheerleading.
Education
Preschool HighScope Curriculum Certification
Certified Clinical Massage Technician
Bachelor of Science - Education
Skills
Child development
Classroom management
Clear communication
Collaboration
Strong accountability
Flexible and strong empathy
Friendly and respectful
Deep patience
Timeline
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
First English Lutheran Preschool
11.2020 - 05.2024Read More
Stay at Home Parent/Community Service Volunteer
Independant
03.2006 - CurrentRead More
Teacher
West Side Middle School
10.1999 - 06.2004Read More
Ivy Tech Community College
Preschool HighScope Curriculum Certification
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Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts And Sciences
Certified Clinical Massage Technician
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Indiana University
Bachelor of Science from Education
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