Anne Buss
Damascus,MD
Summary
Dedicated and passionate kindergarten teacher seeking challenging role outside classroom to utilize skills in education, curriculum development, and leadership to make positive impact on education system.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
MCPS
Rockville, MD
08.2006 - 06.2023
- Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
- Created and maintained safe learning environment for students.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Monitored, documented and reported students' progress and performance.
- Assessed each child's developmental needs on continuous basis.
- Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss student progress and establish goals for improvement and advancement.
- Used wide range of instructional strategies and technologies to meet and enhance needs of diverse student population.
- Utilized current technology to enhance student learning.
- Established and reinforced rules for behavior policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Attended educational conferences and teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Employed evidence-based methods of classroom teaching and direction.
Elementary School Tutor
MCPS
Germantown, MD
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Assessed student progress at each session, making recommendations that increased effectiveness of tutoring and lessons.
- Prepared for tutoring appointments by learning about key topics and planning out structured activities.
- Maintained records of students assessment results, progress, feedback and school performance.
- Participated in training and development sessions to improve tutoring practices or learn new tutoring techniques.
- Communicated student progress to students, parents, or teachers in written progress reports, in person, or by email.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to determine student needs, develop tutoring plans and assess student progress.
- Created and implemented individual lesson plans based on student learning styles.
Education
Master's Equivalent Degree - Reading Specialist
Johns Hopkins University
Columbia, MD05.2014
Master of Science - Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VASkills
- Curriculum Development: Designed and implemented engaging curriculum based on age-appropriate learning objectives
- Classroom Management: Established clear expectations and routines to create organized and focused learning environment
- Differentiated Instruction: Adapted teaching strategies and materials to meet diverse needs of students
- Communication: Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills in collaborating with colleagues, parents, and students
- Technology Integration: Proficient in using educational technology tools to enhance learning experiences
Work Availability
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Quote
Believe you can and you're halfway there.
Theodore Roosevelt
Timeline
Elementary School Tutor
MCPS
10.2022 - 06.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
MCPS
08.2006 - 06.2023
Master's Equivalent Degree - Reading Specialist
Johns Hopkins University
Master of Science - Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies
James Madison University