ANNA M. CRISP
Nebo,NC
Summary
Dedicated instructional coach and educator specializing in K-6 education, including preschool and middle school settings. Background and experience include stepping into diverse classroom environments to support instruction and intervention that adhere to systematic and multimodal guidelines. Understands the value of varied assessments, critical data analysis, and vertical alignment of standards to drive positive student outcomes. Committed to supporting teachers by fostering strong relationships through coaching, collaborating with administrators, and implementing targeted professional development. Expertise in facilitating challenging conversations to support both teacher and student success.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Research to Classroom Practice Instructor
NCDPI
10.2023 - Current
- Contracted by WS/FCS Teacher Residency Educator Preparation Program to present RRtCP to cohort participants of diverse grade levels and backgrounds. - July 2024.
- Contracted by Rowan County Schools to present the Blended RRTCP course to a group of middle school administrators and teachers. - October 2024-January 2025.
Beginning Teacher Support Program Coach
Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools District Office
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Organized, planned, and conducted new teacher orientation for WS/FCS beginning teachers (BTs) as part of the Beginning Teacher Support Program (BTSP) team, in compliance with NC Policy TCED 016.
- Provided tiered-coaching support to beginning teachers across 24 assigned elementary schools through modeling, co-teaching, observations, and feedback emphasizing instructional practices based on WS/FCS Tiered School Data, NC Professional teaching Standards Rubrics, and BT professional development models: Teach Like a Champion and Get Better Faster.
- Collaborated with district directors, content coaches, human resources, payroll and other departments to address specific needs and potential barriers for our beginning teachers.
- Developed and facilitated monthly professional development for BTs and mentors.
- Facilitated, planned, and coordinated district training support for the beginning teachers district wide within the first three years of employment.
- Led monthly virtual orientations for late hires.
- Collaborated with community partners to enhance BTSP effectiveness.
- Assisted school administrators and mentors in identifying needs, customizing support, and executing plans for new teachers.
- Assisted in the training of Lead Mentors for the district.
- Supported team director in implementing school-level administration BTSP initiatives.
- Worked as a member of the WS/FCS Teacher Residency Task Force Team to implement best practices and strategies for the success of our newly approved Educator Preparation Program (EPP).
- Delivered Reading Research to Classroom Practice for the EPP.
- Member of the interview team for Teacher Residency coaches and district Multi-Classroom Teacher Leaders (MCLs).
- Participates routinely in professional development opportunities, training, and conferences to keep abreast of best practices, tools, technologies, and curriculum updates.
Early Learning Partner Coach,Teacher Effectiveness
Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools District Office
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Researched, developed, and delivered professional development best practices in all content areas for WS/FCS district's Kindergarten-Second grade teachers.
- Provided school-based coaching for K-2 teachers in 10 assigned schools including standards-based lesson preparation, modeling, co-teaching, and providing feedback to impact student learning outcomes.
- Implemented strategies to shift educator mindsets to incorporate developmentally appropriate, research-based practices that include social-emotional learning and personalized learning strategies.
- Assisted administrators and teachers in the administration and analyzing of assessment data collected from multiple sources including MClass-DIBELS and I-Ready.
- Ensured fidelity of implementation of the Heggerty Phonemic Awareness Curriculum through training, modeling, and co-teaching support for teachers and instructional assistants.
- Assisted teachers with behavior management strategies to foster social and emotional growth within their students.
- Led Professional Learning Community meetings across elementary schools to support teachers with standards-based grading practices and pedagogical understanding.
- Supported Kindergarten teachers with NC Early Learning Inventory.
- Created and facilitated professional development in the implementation and use of Sound Walls for school-level administrators and teachers participating in a district-wide pilot.
- Wrote and secured grant funds through a community partner toward Sound Wall materials for 45 teachers from Tools 4Reading.
- Guided teachers in deepening their understanding of the Science of Reading, and supported teachers' implementation of LETRS professional learning, translating theory into practice.
- Led teachers in how to effectively differentiate instruction through small, flexible groupings by providing professional development to school-level administrators, teachers, and instructional assistants.
- Created professional learning and development sessions in district-wide meetings for school-level leaders and administrators.
Teacher
Piney Grove Elementary, WS/FCS
Kernersville, NC
08.2015 - 06.2021
- 2016–2021 First Grade Teacher
- 2015-2016 Part-Time 3rd Grade ELA/Math Teacher: Collaborated with a co-teacher to design and implement intentional lesson plans, fostering a supportive learning environment for students shared.
Primary Reading Teacher Specialist
Piney Grove Elementary, WS/FCS
Kernersville, NC
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Analyzed, formed, and communicated Primary Reading intervention groups with teachers and staff.
- Utilized research-based intervention methods to improve literacy proficiency among K-2 students.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessment, and adjusted instruction as needed to maximize growth.
- Collaborated with school leaders and teachers to ensure consistent implementation of reading interventions based on assessments.
- Worked with the school-based Curriculum Coordinator and primary reading colleagues to form K-2 intervention groups across classes.
- Served as a resource for teachers by sharing district-wide guidelines and best practices for literacy instruction.
- Mentored teachers on how to manage accurate record-keeping of individual development plans for students.
- Served on Response to Intervention (RTI) teams to target student needs through small, flexible group instruction.
Teacher
Piney Grove Elementary, WS/FCS
Kernersville, NC
01.2008 - 06.2012
- 2010–2012 First Grade Teacher
- 2009-2010: Transitioned from First Grade in October 2009 to instruct a 2nd/3rd Grade combination class.
- 2009 Looped with Kindergarten students to First Grade
- 2008-2009 Kindergarten Teacher: Onboarded as an additional teacher to the K team, with students from each current class to form our new class.
Preschool Assistant and Science Specialist
Grace House Preschool
Kernersville, NC
08.2005 - 05.2007
- Served as the Science Specialist for the preschool.
- Assistant in a 4-Year-Old Preschool Class.
Teacher
West Marion Elementary, McDowell County Schools
Marion, NC
08.2002 - 06.2003
- 2nd/3rd Grade Combination Teacher
K-2 Multi-Age Teacher
West Marion Elementary, McDowell County Schools
Marion, NC
05.1994 - 09.1998
- August 1994-September 1998 Hired upon graduation from Appalachian State University and continued in the multi-age/combination classes until September of 1998.
- April 1994 Taught in a K-2 multi-age classroom, prior to graduation, after being assigned to the full-time teacher role due to staff leave. This move was approved by my professors and mentors at Appalachian State.
Education
Master of Arts - Education (K-6)
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05.2001
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (K-6)
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05.1994
Skills
- Instructional coaching and best practices
- Teacher relationship building
- Data analysis
- Assessment-driven instruction
- Targeted intervention strategies
- Professional development design
- Strategic planning
- Organizational skills
- Execution and implementation
- Flexible thinking
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication and listening skills
- Google and Microsoft applications proficiency
- Zoom and Teams proficient
Certifications Awards
- Deep Dive Into Dyslexia Delegate Instructor, NC Department of Public Instruction/Office of Exceptional Children 2024-Present
- Reading Research to Classroom Practice (RRtCP) Blended Format Instructor, NC Department of Public Instruction 2024-Present
- Reading Research to Classroom Practice (RRtCP) Instructor, NC Department of Public Instruction 2023- Present
- Foundations of Handwriting and Spelling, NC Department of Public Instruction, completed 02/2025
- Level 1 Foundations of Math, NC Department of Public Instruction, completed 02/2024
- LETRS, Volumes 1 & 2 Professional Development Trained-completed at Mastery level 05/2023
- Created a school-wide recycling program at Piney Grove Elementary -Kernersville, NC
- Kernersville Chamber of Commerce Grant, 2016
- Teacher of the Year, Piney Grove Elementary -Kernersville, NC 2010
- UTOTES Grant Co-Writer and Recipient (Using The Outdoors to Teach Experiential Science), North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh, NC, 1996
Timeline
Reading Research to Classroom Practice Instructor
NCDPI
10.2023 - Current
Beginning Teacher Support Program Coach
Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools District Office
07.2022 - 06.2024
Early Learning Partner Coach,Teacher Effectiveness
Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools District Office
08.2021 - 06.2022
Teacher
Piney Grove Elementary, WS/FCS
08.2015 - 06.2021
Primary Reading Teacher Specialist
Piney Grove Elementary, WS/FCS
08.2012 - 06.2015
Teacher
Piney Grove Elementary, WS/FCS
01.2008 - 06.2012
Preschool Assistant and Science Specialist
Grace House Preschool
08.2005 - 05.2007
Teacher
West Marion Elementary, McDowell County Schools
08.2002 - 06.2003
K-2 Multi-Age Teacher
West Marion Elementary, McDowell County Schools
05.1994 - 09.1998
Master of Arts - Education (K-6)
Western Carolina University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (K-6)
Appalachian State University