Annie Collier
Anna,TX
Summary
Accomplished teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Has the ability to build positive rapport, inspire trust, and guide teams toward achievement of organizational goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Melissa ISD
08.2023 - Current
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
1st Grade Teacher
Melissa ISD
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Planned all ELAR lessons for the team.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
First Grade Teacher, Team Leader
Lovejoy ISD
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Reading and writing lesson planner for the team, member of the Reading Professional Learning Community, member of the 1st Grade Professional Learning Community, member of the Curriculum Professional Learning Community.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Kindergarten Teacher, Team Leader
Lovejoy ISD
08.2013 - 05.2019
- Reading and writing lesson planner for the team, member of the Reading Professional Learning Community, member of the Kindergarten Professional Learning Community, member of the Curriculum Professional Learning Community.
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
- Assessed comprehensive student growth including academic, social and personal skills.
Kindergarten Teacher
Melissa ISD
08.2010 - 05.2013
- Reading and writing lesson planner for the team, member of the Reading Professional Learning Community, member of the Kindergarten Professional Learning Community, member of the Curriculum Professional Learning Community.
- Assessed comprehensive student growth including academic, social and personal skills.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting.
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
Kindergarten Aide
Southwest Learning Academy
03.2010 - 05.2010
- Assisted teacher with a child who had Oppositional Defiance Disorder.
- Oversaw student in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
09.2009 - 05.2010
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Collaborated with parents to create tutoring sessions appropriate for student's age, learning preference and learning style.
- Stressed importance of good study habits and developed homework schedules, encouraging students to create personalized study plans.
Long Term Substitute
Melissa ISD
05.2009 - 05.2010
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Implemented outlined grading and assessment techniques to document growth, development and knowledge advancements during teacher absence.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ouachita Baptist University
Arkadelphia, AR05.2009
Skills
Texas Education Agency Certifications:
- Elementary Education K-6
- Gifted/Talented
- English as a Second Language
- Principal Certification (In Process)
Professional Development:
- Melissa IC Academy, Reading Academy, TELPAS certified, KAGAN, Saxon Phonics, Amplify, HMH, CAMT, Handwriting Without Tears training, First Steps Math Training, New Jersey Writing, GT updates, STAAR training
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Melissa ISD
08.2023 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Melissa ISD
08.2021 - 05.2023
First Grade Teacher, Team Leader
Lovejoy ISD
08.2019 - 05.2021
Kindergarten Teacher, Team Leader
Lovejoy ISD
08.2013 - 05.2019
Kindergarten Teacher
Melissa ISD
08.2010 - 05.2013
Kindergarten Aide
Southwest Learning Academy
03.2010 - 05.2010
Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
09.2009 - 05.2010
Long Term Substitute
Melissa ISD
05.2009 - 05.2010
Master of Education - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ouachita Baptist University
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