Anne F. Clark
Bloomfield,USA
Summary
Dynamic ELL Teacher with a proven track record at Des Moines Public School District, excelling in lesson planning and data analysis. Adept at fostering individualized instruction and enhancing student engagement through innovative curriculum design. Strong communicator committed to reflective teaching practices, driving significant improvements in language acquisition and student outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ELL Teacher, K-5
Brubaker Elementary
Des Moines, Iowa
08.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student learning needs, enhancing student participation and understanding.
- Conducted small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling learners, improving their comprehension and academic performance.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
- Incorporated technology into classroom instruction to enrich learning experiences and support student engagement.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations.
ELL Teacher, 2nd Grade and Kindergarten
Ottumwa Community School District
Ottumwa, USA
08.2022 - 07.2025
- Developed individualized lesson plans for diverse English language learners.
- Facilitated small group instruction, enhancing language acquisition skills for diverse learners.
- Led small group learning activities, emphasizing pronunciation and conversation practice to improve communication skills.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers, integrating ELL strategies to support student learning across subjects.
- Evaluated student progress in speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills to identify areas for improvement. in speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills.
- Actively participated in school meetings related to ELL programs.
2nd Classroom Teacher, virtual and in person
Des Moines Public School District
Des Moines, USA
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with district curriculum standards.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to promote a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated assessments to evaluate student understanding and inform instructional adjustments.
- Communicated with parents to provide updates on student progress and address behavior issues, fostering a partnership in student development.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students to effectively manage classroom behavior and consistently enforce rules.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and modify instruction accordingly.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching practices and methodologies.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices.
Principal, Washington Elementary
Fairfield Community School District
Fairfield, USA
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Partnered with district leadership team to implement strategies that enhanced student assessment scores.
- Supervised teacher led Professional Learning Communities in data analysis to drive instruction
- Facilitated development of Individual Education Plans with special education staff to support diverse student needs.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Oversaw hiring and evaluation processes for all staff annually
- Mentored and trained new hires to enhance their integration and effectiveness within the team.
Associate Principal Liberty Elementary
Ottumwa Community School District
Ottumwa, USA
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Implemented strategic plans to improve student outcomes and engagement.
- Collaborated with staff to enhance educational programs and resources, resulting in improved student engagement.
- Led curriculum development initiatives for diverse student populations.
- Evaluated student performance data to inform instructional strategies.
- Facilitated professional learning communities to promote continuous growth among staff, leading to the implementation of innovative teaching practices.
- Evaluated teacher performance according to established criteria and provided feedback accordingly.
- Maintained positive relationships with parents by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns, fostering a supportive school community.
Instructional Coach/Title Read/Math/ELL
Des Moines Public School District
Des Moines, USA
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Analyzed student data to identify areas for improvement in instructional methods.
- Collaborated with teachers to design lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with student needs and learning objectives.
- Observed classroom instruction, providing targeted feedback to improve teaching practices and student engagement.
- Observed classrooms to provide feedback to teachers regarding their teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
- Mentored new or struggling teachers, offering tailored advice on pedagogical approaches to enhance instructional effectiveness.
Assistant Principal/Instructional Coach
Sweetwater County School District #1
Rock Springs, USA
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Managed curriculum development initiatives, aligning programs with district educational standards to enhance instructional quality.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching staff performance to ensure quality education delivery.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, reviews of lesson plans and feedback from parents and students.
- Collaborated with staff to implement school-wide behavior intervention strategies, improving student engagement and reducing disciplinary incidents.
- Coordinated student discipline procedures and maintained records for compliance purposes.
- Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff and students in the school.
- Fostered positive school climate by building effective communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Collaborated with various departments to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities.
ELL Teacher – K-5
Des Moines Public School District
08.2009 - 07.2014
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse English language learners, promoting language acquisition and cultural understanding.
- Facilitated small group instruction, fostering individualized learning experiences that addressed specific language needs.
- Integrated subject matter into language learning activities, emphasizing real-world applications to enhance student relevance and engagement.
- Implemented assessments to evaluate student progress in language skills.
- Supported ESL students in understanding class material during mainstream lessons.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, test scores.
ELL – K-12, 4th Grade Reading
Storm Lake School District - Storm Lake St. Mary’s
08.2006 - 07.2009
- Partnered with another teacher to deliver 4th grade reading instruction, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Implemented vocabulary program, enhancing student reading and comprehension scores.
- Designed and led small group sessions using ELL assessment data to tailor instruction.
- Analyzed student data to drive instruction and daily lessons.
- Assessed students according to Iowa State Requirements for ELL.
Education
MAE - Principalship
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA06-2015
BA - Education: Early Childhood Ed/Elementary Ed, ELL, Spanish
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA12-1997
MET - Special Education
Morningside College
Sioux City, IASkills
- Lesson planning
- Language assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Formative assessment
- Curriculum design
- Educational technology
- Classroom management
- Data analysis
- Effective communication
- Reflective teaching
Training
- SAI Administrator Mentoring, 08/2019
- Really Great Reading Training, 08/2019
- Trauma-Informed Conference, 06/18/19
- RTI Training Conference, Solution Tree, 04/2019
- SAMI Training/Collaboration, 09/2019
- PLC Conference, Solution Tree with Richard DuFour, 06/2016
- KAGAN Strategies Training, 05/2015
- Instructional Coaching Training, Jim Knight, Kansas University, 04/2015
Certification
Iowa Professional Administrator’s License, 06/30/29, PK-12 Administrator/PK-12 Special Education Supervisor, Evaluator (New)
Iowa Master Educator License, 06/30/29, PK-Kindergarten, K-6 Classroom, K-12 ELL, K-12 Spanish
Iowa Master Educator License, 06/30/29, PK-Kindergarten, K-6 Classroom, K-12 ELL, K-12 Spanish
Education Experience
- Ottumwa Community School District, 307 W. Mary St., Ottumwa, IA, 52501, David Eaton, James Fineran, ELL Teacher, 2nd Grade and Kindergarten, 2nd Grade Classroom Teacher, 08/2022, 07/2025, 641-684-4668
- Des Moines Public School District, 1847 Forest Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50314, Renita Lord, Cory Heaberlin, 2nd Classroom Teacher, virtual and in person, 08/2020, 07/2022, 515.242.8417
- Des Moines Public School District, 1541 8th St., Des Moines, IA, 50315, Edward McCulley, Instructional Coach/Title Read/Math/ELL, 08/2015, 07/2017, 515.242.8427
- Des Moines Public School District, Hillis Elementary, Des Moines, IA, Cecil Brewton, Beth Sloan, ELL Teacher – K-5, 08/2009, 07/2014, 515.242.7911
- Storm Lake School District - Storm Lake St. Mary’s, ELL – K-12, 4th Grade Reading, Spanish 7-12th Grade, 08/2006, 07/2009, 712.732.1856
Administration Experience
- Fairfield Community School District, 406 E. Madison Ave., Fairfield, IA, 52556, Dr. Laurie Noll, Principal, Washington Elementary, 08/2019, 07/2020, 641.472.2655
- Ottumwa Community School District, 50 Traxler Dr., Ottumwa, IA, 52501, Dawn Sievertsen, Associate Principal Liberty Elementary, 08/2017, 07/2019, 641.682.4502
- Sweetwater County School District #1, 305 G Street, Rock Springs, WY, 82901, Brent McMurtrey, Wanda Maloney, Assistant Principal/Instructional Coach, 08/2014, 07/2015, 307.352.3425
Timeline
ELL Teacher, K-5
Brubaker Elementary
08.2025 - Current
ELL Teacher, 2nd Grade and Kindergarten
Ottumwa Community School District
08.2022 - 07.2025
2nd Classroom Teacher, virtual and in person
Des Moines Public School District
08.2020 - 07.2022
Principal, Washington Elementary
Fairfield Community School District
08.2019 - 07.2020
Associate Principal Liberty Elementary
Ottumwa Community School District
08.2017 - 07.2019
Instructional Coach/Title Read/Math/ELL
Des Moines Public School District
08.2015 - 07.2017
Assistant Principal/Instructional Coach
Sweetwater County School District #1
08.2014 - 07.2015
ELL Teacher – K-5
Des Moines Public School District
08.2009 - 07.2014
ELL – K-12, 4th Grade Reading
Storm Lake School District - Storm Lake St. Mary’s
08.2006 - 07.2009
MAE - Principalship
University of Northern Iowa
BA - Education: Early Childhood Ed/Elementary Ed, ELL, Spanish
University of Northern Iowa
MET - Special Education
Morningside College