Anna Lashua
Sanford,NC
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Stanly County Schools, excelling in classroom management and instructional strategies. Fostered a nurturing environment, enhancing student motivation and cooperative learning. Achieved significant improvements in reading comprehension and standardized test preparation. Skilled in parent-teacher collaboration and team teamwork, consistently promoting positive outcomes in diverse learning settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Stanly County Schools
09.2021 - 06.2024
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a sense of trust and mutual respect.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Boosted classroom morale with positive reinforcement and recognition of achievements.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, creating a respectful and inclusive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans for a more comprehensive learning experience.
Preschool/Daycare Teacher
Fun Place
11.2020 - 09.2021
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
Elementary Education Teacher
Stanly County Schools
07.2006 - 02.2019
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Cultivated a love of reading in students by incorporating engaging literature selections into the curriculum.
- Participated in school events and initiatives like book fairs, fundraisers, and community outreach programs to foster school spirit and community engagement.
- Facilitated cooperative learning groups to encourage teamwork skills and peer collaboration within the classroom setting.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
UNC Charlotte
Charlotte, NC06.2006
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Instructional Strategies
- Safety awareness
- Reading Comprehension
- Student Motivation
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Positive Reinforcement
- Adaptive Learning
- Cooperative Learning
- Collaborative Teamwork
Accomplishments
- Recipient of Teacher of the Year (twice)
- First recipient of the Stanly Star Award (district wide acknowledgement)
- Robotics Team State Champions
- Pink Out Day Recipient
Certification
- Elementary Education Certification - NC Department of Education.
Timeline
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Stanly County Schools
09.2021 - 06.2024
Preschool/Daycare Teacher
Fun Place
11.2020 - 09.2021
Elementary Education Teacher
Stanly County Schools
07.2006 - 02.2019
- Elementary Education Certification - NC Department of Education.
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
UNC Charlotte
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