Anna Schultz
Des Moines,IA
Summary
My teaching philosophy is based around research based practices and student centered learning. I will create a classroom environment where learning is lively and students follow their personalized path. My biggest goal is to support my students through their learning and create lifelong learners.
I am prepared to deliver high-quality instruction and foster a supportive learning environment. Creating engaging lesson plans and adapting teaching methods to meet diverse student needs is important to me. I would thrive on having team collaboration where we achieve educational goals with flexibility and reliability.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Literacy Tutor
Kate Mitchell Elementary
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Planned and delivered individualized literacy lessons over 8 weeks
- Used formative and summative assessment data to guide instruction
- Built reflective practice through weekly self reflections and feedback
- Assessed reading comprehension and vocabulary of students.
- Boosted student confidence in reading and writing, providing consistent encouragement and constructive feedback.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for students requiring additional support outside of the classroom setting.
Practicum Experience
Sawyer Elementary
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Observed and reflected on teaching practices to develop skills in lesson delivery, classroom management, and effective communication with students and staff
- Collaborated closely with the cooperating teacher to support daily classroom activities, lesson planning, and student engagement
- Designed and delivered lessons for small groups and whole-class instruction, focusing on differentiated strategies to meet diverse learning needs
- Prepared and organized instructional materials for lessons, hands-on activities, and classroom projects
- Planned and taught small-group lessons daily in math and reading, tailoring instruction to meet students' individual learning needs and goals
Practicum Experience
Clay Elementary
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Observed and reflected on teaching practices to develop skills in lesson delivery, classroom management, and effective communication with students and staff
- Collaborated closely with the cooperating teacher to support daily classroom activities, lesson planning, and student engagement
- Designed and delivered lessons for small groups and whole-class instruction, focusing on differentiated strategies to meet diverse learning needs
- Prepared and organized instructional materials for lessons, hands-on activities, and classroom projects
Nanny
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05-2025
Skills
- Kind
- Patient
- Prepared
- Collaborative
- Creative
- Organized
- Supportive
- Empathetic
- Responsible
- Quick learner
Timeline
Literacy Tutor
Kate Mitchell Elementary
09.2024 - 11.2024
Practicum Experience
Sawyer Elementary
06.2024 - 06.2024
Practicum Experience
Clay Elementary
03.2024 - 04.2024
Nanny
08.2020 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Iowa State University
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