Anna Nation
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Relationship-oriented Montessorian with experience in different school settings, and as a guide, administrator, and teacher educator. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a drive to support success for all members of a community. Skilled in delivering accessible information to organizational stakeholders, grounded in a deep belief and reverence for the Montessori method.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Guide
Sunny Hollow Montessori School
Saint Paul, MN
08.2024 - Current
- Prepared and maintained a high-fidelity Montessori environment that supported the developmental needs of children ages 2.5 to 6 years.
- Collaborated with and supported two assistant guides through robust communication, humility, and by approaching all situations with curiosity.
- Maintained strong relationships with caregivers through monthly newsletters, open and active communication, and a deep respect for the children being served.
- Supported and upheld the larger mission of the school by hosting prospective family tours and facilitating caregiver education nights.
Director of Education
Three Rivers Montessori School
Elk River, MN
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of the school, including staff support and training.
- Implemented initiatives designed to promote a positive school culture among students, caregivers, educators, and administrators.
- Supported educators on their pathway to becoming Montessori guides by connecting them to resources, out-of-school observations, and direct communication with Montessori training centers.
- Guided an Upper Elementary program for the 2023-2024 school year.
Adjunct Lecturer
The University of Minnesota- Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted faculty members with research projects through data analysis, literature reviews, and research paper analysis.
- Taught Human Relations in Education for five semesters; a course for pre-licensure educators on anti-racist and decolonial education practices.
- Facilitated daily in-class discussions on issues of bias and racism in schools grounded in real policy and student experience .
- Maintained and protected a classroom space for vulnerable conversations, uncomfortable but important self-work, and practices of calling-in and self-reflection.
Lead Guide
Mine, Me and Us Montessori School
Blacksburg, VA
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Prepared and maintained a high-fidelity Montessori environment that supported the developmental needs of children ages 2.5 to 6 years.
- Facilitated the school's farm-to-table program by introducing and supporting children's exploration of the daily menus and seasonal food preparation.
- Trained and supported the ongoing education of untrained assistant guides and aides.
- Supported the school's mission of outdoor education through extended and protected time in the outdoor environment, as well as lessons on foraging, animal recognition, and phenology local to southeastern Appalachia.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Policy and Leadership
The University of Minnesota
Minneapolis09-2022
AMI Teaching Certification - Casa dei Bambini
The Montessori Center of Minnesota
Saint Paul05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - East Asian Studies
Lawrence University
Appleton, WI05-2011
Ph.D. - Education Policy And Leadership
The University of Minnesota
MinneapolisSkills
- Montessori education
- Decolonial and Anti-Racist classroom practices
- Communication and collaboration
- Child development
- Outdoor education
- Educator training
References
- Glisyn Lewis- (540)267-5700
Head of Administration- Mine Me and Us Montessori School
- Antonio Kuklok- (612)964-6381
Executive Director- Three Rivers Montessori School
- Peter Demerath- (651)788-0895
Professor of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
Timeline
Lead Guide
Sunny Hollow Montessori School
08.2024 - Current
Director of Education
Three Rivers Montessori School
08.2023 - 07.2024
Adjunct Lecturer
The University of Minnesota- Twin Cities
09.2022 - 05.2024
Lead Guide
Mine, Me and Us Montessori School
08.2016 - 05.2020
Master of Arts - Education Policy and Leadership
The University of Minnesota
AMI Teaching Certification - Casa dei Bambini
The Montessori Center of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts - East Asian Studies
Lawrence University
Ph.D. - Education Policy And Leadership
The University of Minnesota
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