Anna Beaman
Marietta
Summary
Education leader with experience guiding teacher teams, developing curriculum, and coordinating programs that support student success. Skilled in assessment administration, testing platform management, and clear communication with educators and families to drive effective, student-centered outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gifted Teacher
West Side Elementary
07.2024 - Current
- Analyze school data to identify potential gifted candidates
- Communicate with parents regarding gifted eligibility and testing procedures
- Facilitate gifted testing
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to complete cluster contracts and provide strategies to support their gifted learners
- Lead faculty trainings on gifted mindsets and strategies
- Facilitate parent informational sessions to communicate program goals, expectations, and student support strategies
- Design and implement gifted curriculum
- Author and submit grant proposals to secure funding for gifted education resources and programming
- Train teaching staff on Project Lead the Way and The Writing Revolution
- Lead and coordinate the Reading Bowl program, supporting student engagement and academic enrichment
5th Grade Teacher
West Side Elementary
07.2021 - 05.2024
- Designed standard-aligned, differentiated, engaging curriculum
- Served on the leadership team as the 5th grade lead
- Served on the literacy leadership team
- Collaborated with special education and gifted staff to differentiate instruction and adhere to 504/ IEP requirements
- Provided consistent, professional communication with parents, supporting student needs and strengthening family–school partnerships
- Analyzed student data to identify student growth goals and ensure success on benchmark and EOY assessments
- Planned and coordinated an educational overnight field trip for all 5th graders, managing logistics, safety protocols, and stakeholder communication
- Built a positive classroom culture through class meetings, group lunches, incentives, and intentional conversations
- Received an Innovations and Inspirations grant to purchase podcasting equipment and begin a podcasting club, promoting creativity, collaboration, and digital communication skills
Virtual Learning Teacher
West Side Elementary
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Adapted curriculum for virtual delivery to 1st, 4th, and 5th grade students, ensuring alignment with learning standards and developmental needs
- Communicated with families to ensure student attendance and engagement
- Developed and delivered instructional materials for at-home learning, supporting continuity of instruction and student engagement
- Collected formative and summative assessments to support academic achievement
- Provided a warm, welcoming virtual environment to support students in at home learning
6th Grade ELA Teacher
The Museum School
07.2013 - 05.2014
- Developed and delivered standards-aligned 6th grade Language Arts instruction in accordance with state curriculum requirements
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of special education and gifted learners, ensuring equitable access to learning
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of 6th grade educators to plan instruction and support student achievement
- Implemented and adhered to 504 Plans and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to support diverse learning needs
- Participated in an Artist-in-Residence program with the Alliance Theatre, integrating arts-based strategies to enhance student engagement and literacy
3rd Grade Teacher
Chase Street Elementary
07.2012 - 05.2013
- Designed and delivered standards-aligned 3rd grade curriculum to support academic growth
- Differentiated instruction based on individual student needs, promoting equitable access to learning
- Collected and analyzed student performance data to inform instruction and improve achievement
- Collaborated with special education and gifted educators to support diverse learners
- Prepared students for state assessments through targeted instruction and progress monitoring
Special Education Teacher
Cleveland Road Elementary
07.2011 - 05.2012
- Adapted curriculum and instructional strategies to meet the needs of special education students
- Collaborated with general education teachers to ensure inclusive, standards-aligned instruction
- Facilitated small-group instruction to support differentiated learning and targeted skill development
- Developed, implemented, and monitored Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to drive student progress
- Led IEP meetings and progress reviews, coordinating with families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure goal attainment
Education
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GAMaster of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Georgia
GASkills
- Instructional leadership
- Teacher mentorship
- Data-driven decision making
- Stakeholder engagement
- Community outreach
- Creative problem solving
- Assessment administration
- Program coordination
Certification
P-8 General Education
P-12 Special Education
Middle Grades Reading/ Language Arts
ESOL Endorsement
Gifted Endorsement
Math Endorsement
Reading Endorsement
Timeline
Gifted Teacher
West Side Elementary
07.2024 - Current
5th Grade Teacher
West Side Elementary
07.2021 - 05.2024
Virtual Learning Teacher
West Side Elementary
10.2020 - 05.2021
6th Grade ELA Teacher
The Museum School
07.2013 - 05.2014
3rd Grade Teacher
Chase Street Elementary
07.2012 - 05.2013
Special Education Teacher
Cleveland Road Elementary
07.2011 - 05.2012
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education
Kennesaw State University
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Georgia
Awards
Outstanding New Teacher Award 2022
West Side Teacher of the Year Finalist, 2022, 2023
GEM Award Winner 2023