Ann Rust
Lilburn,GA
Summary
Dedicated and passionate elementary school teacher with 17 years of experience fostering a love for learning in young students. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Adept at integrating innovative teaching methods to support diverse learning styles and needs. Committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that encourages student growth and success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Arcado Elementary
01.2007 - Current
- Leadership role as Grade Chair for Second Grade 2015-2018 and 2023-present.
- Leadership role as Grade Chair for Kindergarten 2008-2011
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with state and national education standards
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting collaboration and respect among students
- Created differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities
- Integrate technology and hands-on learning experiences to enhance student engagement
- Maintain open communication with parents and guardians to support student success
- Assess student progress through various evaluation methods and provide individualized support
- Collaborate with colleagues and administrators to develop school-wide initiatives and curriculum improvements
Gwinnett Mentor Leader Program
Arcado Elementary
01.2023 - 01.2024
Volleyball Coach
Parkview High School
01.2014 - 01.2019
Stellar Substitute Teacher
Arcado Elementary
01.2004 - 05.2007
- Duties included substitute teaching in K-5 classrooms
- Assisted administrators with student records
- Conducted school tours for parents of new students
Education
MAED -
University of Phoenix
05.2009
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Texas At Dallas
08.1989
Skills
- Curriculum Planning & Development
- Classroom Management
- Student-Centered Instruction
- Differentiated Learning Strategies
- Technology Integration in Education
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Assessment & Data-Driven Instruction
- Mentor for New Teachers
Certification
- Certified ESL endorsement
- Certified GCPS Gifted Endorsement Program
- 2007-present, Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies, Savannah Dyslexia (Implementing Multisensory Structured Literacy)
Leadership Roles
- Initiated a school wide distribution of the Summer Bridge books for students to prepare students for the following school year., 2023-present
- Kindergarten Grade Chair, 2008-2011
- 2nd Grade Grade Chair, 2015-2018, 2024-present
- Gwinnett Mentor Leader Program, 2023-2024
- Parkview High School Volleyball Coach, 2014-2019
Timeline
Gwinnett Mentor Leader Program
Arcado Elementary
01.2023 - 01.2024
Volleyball Coach
Parkview High School
01.2014 - 01.2019
Elementary School Teacher
Arcado Elementary
01.2007 - Current
Stellar Substitute Teacher
Arcado Elementary
01.2004 - 05.2007
MAED -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Texas At Dallas
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