Ann Wilkinson
McDonough,GA
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Educator with demonstrated ability to motivate and engage students in learning. Manages diverse classroom, assessing student progress and developing positive relationships with students and parents.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Henry County Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Monitored use of technology, enhancing student learning and technological skills.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional strategies.
Library Media Specialist
Henry County Schools
08.2013 - 05.2022
- Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
- Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers by scheduling library activities and procuring resources.
- Updated students on use of Internet as reference tool to access latest information and differentiate between relevant and irrelevant sites and material.
- Trained and supervised library staff, volunteers and other personnel.
- Established a welcoming atmosphere within the library space, fostering positive interactions between students, staff, and visitors.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Encouraged reading, information literacy skills and information resources through book clubs and reading programs.
- Coordinated school-wide participation in statewide reading challenges, celebrating student success and promoting a love for reading.
- Managed the library budget, ensuring the acquisition of diverse materials aligned with curricular needs and student interests.
Kindergarten Teacher
Henry County Schools
08.2002 - 05.2013
First Grade Teacher
Henry County Public Schools
08.2000 - 05.2002
After School Education Program Coordinator (ASEP)
Henry County Public Schools
08.2002 - 05.2003
- Responsible for continuing enrichment for students after school grades K-5
- Receiving and balancing monies
- Monitoring ASEP staff and teachers
- Parent communication through phone calls and face to face conferencing
Education
No Degree - Library Media Technology (add On Certificate)
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA05.2015
Master of Science - Reading And Literacy
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05.1995
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Early Childhood Development
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year Candidate 2017
Affiliations
- Delta Kappa Gamma Teacher Society
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Henry County Schools
08.2022 - Current
Library Media Specialist
Henry County Schools
08.2013 - 05.2022
Kindergarten Teacher
Henry County Schools
08.2002 - 05.2013
After School Education Program Coordinator (ASEP)
Henry County Public Schools
08.2002 - 05.2003
First Grade Teacher
Henry County Public Schools
08.2000 - 05.2002
No Degree - Library Media Technology (add On Certificate)
University of West Georgia
Master of Science - Reading And Literacy
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Auburn University
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