Anna Finegan
Ambler,PA
Summary
Committed educator with extensive experience specializing in curriculum development and innovative teaching methods. Proven ability to engage students and foster a collaborative learning environment. both online and in person. Expertise in Classical Education and Shakespeare, complemented by strong communication skills and a commitment to student growth both personal and academic.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Claritas Classical Academy
01.2014 - Current
- Teacher for Junior Kindergarten, Science, and Shakespeare.
- Wrote, developed, and taught Classical Curriculum for Junior Kindergarten, Grammar School Earth Science, Astronomy, and Chemistry.
- Fine Arts Lead Tutor
- Shakespeare director and teacher grades 4-12
- Taught Online Music and Shakespeare classes during the 2020-2021 school year.
Curriculum Writer
Claritas Classical Academy
08.2017 - Current
- Developed, wrote, and edited Classical curriculum for Elementary Chemistry and Physical Science.
- Developed, wrote, edited, and implemented Classical curriculum for Junior Kindergarten.
- Developed, wrote, edited, and implemented a classical curriculum to teach Shakespeare through embodied practice for grades 4-12.
- Developed policy and practices for neurodivergent students.
Shakespeare Director and Teacher
Claritas Classical Academy
08.2019 - Current
- Developed and led a Classical Shakespeare and theatre program involving putting on 1-2 mainstage productions per year with students in grades 7-12, as well as 6-8 week unit study and productions for the high school, middle school, and grades 4, 5, and 6.
- Directed actors in blocking scenes, providing feedback on performance and character development.
- Managed budgets for productions while ensuring quality of results was maintained.
- Taught the background of the plays, Shakespeare's theatre, first folio, and original practices for productions
- Developed and executed a vision for artistic productions based on the script and budget.
- Developed and guided students in developing sets, costumes, lights, sound, makeup, fight and dance choreography, and special effects.
- Edited and revised scripts to fit in the time allotted, while keeping the poetry and storyline intact.
- Fostered a community that inculcated virtue.
- Developed all curriculum and wrote thesis on Shakespeare and the embodied studied of his plays.
Administrative Assistant/ Event Planner
Cresheim Valley Church
08.2023 - Current
- Managed database systems containing church attendants contact information.
- Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues, inviting guests, choosing decor, and arranging activities.
- Developed and maintained online systems for background checks and records.
- Updated attendance lists when changes occur in contact information.
Owner
Rosemary and Time Photography
01.2010 - Current
- Photographer specializing in school photography, head shots, newborn, wedding, and family photography
Children's Minister
Cresheim Valley Church
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Directed all children's programs, taught, scheduled, coordinated all programs
Teacher
St. Mark's Preschool
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Taught the Two year old class
Director
Josiah Project, Rock the World Youth Mission Alliance
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Recruited, trained, and oversaw teams of college students as they worked in Youth, Urban, and Cross Cultural Ministry
Education
MAT - Classical Education
Eastern University/ Templeton Honors College
Pennsylvania01.2023
BA - Psychology
Wheaton College
Illinois01.2002
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Special education experience
- Pedagogical research
- Group dynamics
- Course planning
- Innovative teaching
- Subject matter expertise in Classical Education and Shakespeare
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Able to communicate effectively online and at a distance
- Commitment to timely and substantive student engagement
- Able to work independently and also with a team
- Highly relational and committed to students
Timeline
Administrative Assistant/ Event Planner
Cresheim Valley Church
08.2023 - Current
Shakespeare Director and Teacher
Claritas Classical Academy
08.2019 - Current
Curriculum Writer
Claritas Classical Academy
08.2017 - Current
Children's Minister
Cresheim Valley Church
01.2016 - 01.2019
Teacher
Claritas Classical Academy
01.2014 - Current
Owner
Rosemary and Time Photography
01.2010 - Current
Teacher
St. Mark's Preschool
01.2008 - 01.2012
Director
Josiah Project, Rock the World Youth Mission Alliance
01.2002 - 01.2004
MAT - Classical Education
Eastern University/ Templeton Honors College
BA - Psychology
Wheaton College
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