Anne Ferrand

Classroom Instruction and Department Work

• Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional models and scheduling to use limited resources to meet the needs of a diverse building.
• Assessed student progress regularly using various assessment tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to maximize learning outcomes.
• Utilized data-driven instruction to differentiate small group lessons based on individual student needs, ensuring all learners had access to appropriate resources and support.

Teacher Instruction and Leadership

• Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
• Served on various student support teams to identify student needs and problem solve interventions and supports to respond to student needs.
• Elected as teachers' association vice president and grievance chair, working collaboratively with all levels of district administration to resolve grievances and improve labor management relationships.
• Contributed to school-wide literacy initiatives by participating in committees focused on curriculum development, assessment practices, and teacher training programs.
• Served as mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on all job responsibilities including assessments, effective teaching strategies, report writing, CSE preparations and legalities.
• Represented teachers on Professional Development Committee to identify professional development needs to prepare teachers and further district initiatives.
• Developed and facilitated professional development offerings both in person and on-line.

• Implemented differentiated instruction strategies for students in grades one and three, ensuring all students were able to access curriculum and make progress in their learning.
• Collaborated with special education teachers and support staff to successfully service special education students in regular education setting.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
• Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
• Served as team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
• Represented colleagues on task force created to analyze and increase student performance on state assessments resulting in average increase of 20 points.