Anna Corner
Spokane
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated first-year elementary school teacher with a strong passion for building literacy skills and fostering a love of reading in young learners. Committed to creating an inclusive and engaging classroom environment through differentiated instruction that meets the diverse needs of students. Skilled in designing interactive lessons, incorporating read-alouds, and utilizing student-centered teaching strategies to promote academic growth and social-emotional development. Eager to collaborate with colleagues, families, and the school community to support student success and create a positive learning experience for all.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Seth Woodard Elementary School
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, paraeducators, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Facilitated student-led conferences, empowering students to take ownership of their learning journey.
Intern
Candalaria Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Supported the primary teacher in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Taught whole-group and individual lessons provided by the primary teacher.
- Observed the primary teacher to gain insight into efficient classroom management strategies.
Dance Instructor
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Taught a private ballet class for elementary-aged girls in my community.
- Planned routines for performances.
- Developed personalized lesson plans to cater to individual student needs, resulting in improved dance skills.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Promoted inclusivity by adapting lessons for individuals with varying physical abilities or limitations without sacrificing rigor or quality of instruction.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Willamette University
Salem, OR05-2024
Skills
- Effective Classroom Management
- Engagement Strategies
- Differentiated instruction
- Literacy development
Certification
- Elementary Education Certification - Washington Department of Education (to be completed May 2025)
- Reading Specialist Certification - Washington Department of Education (to be completed May 2025)
Timeline
Student Teacher
Seth Woodard Elementary School
08.2024 - 05.2025
Intern
Candalaria Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Dance Instructor
01.2017 - 12.2019
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Gonzaga University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Willamette University
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