Annie McCall
Alexander City Schools
ALEXANDERCITY,AL
39
years of professional experience
Accomplished School Administrator with extensive experience in leading instructional and district-level programs. Achieved enhanced student outcomes and operational efficiency through effective staff development, strategic planning, and budget management. Focused on building high-performing teams and implementing policies that align with organizational goals.
Work History
Director of Federal and Alternative Programs
9 Years 11 Months- Directed district programs, aligning daily operations with school board priorities and compliance requirements.
- Monitored budgets, expenditures, and resource allocations to support efficient department operations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Supervised staff assignments, workload distribution, and performance expectations across multiple school sites.
- Collaborated with principals and support teams to resolve operational issues and improve service delivery.
- Led staff development efforts, reinforcing regulatory knowledge and consistent execution of responsibilities.
- Evaluated program performance, identified process gaps, and implemented improvements to increase organizational efficiency.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
Assistant Principal
6 Years- Coordinated student behavior interventions, supporting positive climate and restorative discipline approaches.
- Evaluated classroom observations and feedback to strengthen teaching practices and instructional consistency.
- Led staff meetings, communicating expectations, procedures, and campus initiatives clearly.
- Directed daily campus operations, aligning discipline, supervision, and instructional priorities with school goals.
- Monitored attendance, academic trends, and student performance to guide timely intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers, counselors, and families to resolve concerns and support student success.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Observed and recorded student behavior in classrooms to ensure adherence to discipline policies. and enforced discipline policies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
- Spearheaded professional development initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous growth for staff members.
- Actively participated in district-level meetings to contribute insights on policies affecting schools within the district.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Led professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies and outcomes.
Instructional Coach
1 Year 11 Months- Analyzed student performance data to identify learning gaps and guide targeted intervention planning.
- Coached teachers on instructional strategies, lesson delivery, and differentiated supports to strengthen classroom instruction.
- Modeled effective teaching practices and facilitated classroom observations to improve instructional consistency.
- Collaborated with administrators and grade-level teams to align instruction with curriculum standards and school goals.
- Supported teachers with assessment interpretation, progress monitoring, and instructional adjustments.
- Mentored staff through feedback, reflection, and goal setting to promote continuous instructional growth.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Implemented research-based instructional strategies to address achievement gaps among various student populations, fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Promoted continuous improvement in teaching practices by leading professional learning communities focused on best practices and research-based strategies.
- Improved instructional strategies for diverse learners by conducting classroom observations and providing constructive feedback to teachers.
- Conducted classroom observations to provide feedback, leading to improved teaching practices and student performance.
- Maintained comprehensive student assessment records. of student assessments and results.
- Modeled engaging reading lessons to enhance student comprehension. for daily or weekly instruction.
Reading Intervention Teacher
3 Years- Assessed reading levels and monitored progress to adjust interventions and instructional pacing.
- Delivered targeted literacy intervention for struggling readers using data-driven small-group instruction.
- Maintained accurate intervention records and documented student growth for instructional planning.
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Instructed students in reading skills in both individual and small group settings.
- Developed differentiated lessons for phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension skill gaps.
- Enhanced student engagement with creative, hands-on activities in the classroom.
- Developed strong rapport with students by building trust through consistent encouragement, feedback, and respect for individual learning styles.
- Utilized data-driven assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional approaches accordingly.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
Reading /6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
11 Years- Designed standards-aligned 6th grade social studies lessons supporting Alabama curriculum goals
- Managed classroom routines and behavior expectations to maintain a a focused learning environment
- Collaborated with grade-level teams to align pacing and instructional strategies, enhancing intervention support for all students.
- Communicated student progress with families and school staff to support achievement
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions and additional resources.
- Prepared students for standardized testing by focusing on essential concepts and test-taking strategies in alignment with state requirements.
- Maintained a positive classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing behavior policies.
- Guided the learning process toward achievement of social studies curriculum goals and established clear objectives for lessons, assignments and projects.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of multimedia resources, such as videos and interactive websites.
- Improved students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating debate activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes student growth.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Completed required documentation for attendance and grades. of attendance, grades, and other required details.
- Proctored quizzes to ensure academic integrity during assessments., tests, and standardized examinations.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
Kindergarten Teacher
6 Years- Planned developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with kindergarten standards and classroom learning objectives.
- Managed classroom routines, behavior expectations, and smooth transitions to foster a productive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to support early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development across varied skill levels.
- Assessed student progress through observation, screening tools, and work samples to guide instruction.
- Collaborated with families, counselors, and support staff to address student needs and strengthen home-school communication.
- Integrated hands-on centers, guided practice, and small-group instruction to reinforce foundational skills.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted a safe, trusted learning support.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Facilitated learning through play with engaging activities and games that enhanced student participation and understanding.
- Delivered lesson plans and implemented school curriculum while utilizing data to create and monitor personalized learning plans for each student.
- Fostered safe and a welcoming classroom atmosphere, enabling students to feel valued and heard.
- Organized field trips to local museums and cultural sites, enhancing students' understanding of their community and wider world.
- Cultivated love for reading among students by integrating interactive storytimes into daily routines.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
- Incorporated art, music and physical activity into the the curriculum for a well-rounded a well-rounded education.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Monitored use of technology, enhancing student learning and technological skills.
Title I Parapro
9 Months- Provided support to team members in various tasks.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, boosting overall academic performance.
- Supported classroom instruction by reinforcing lesson objectives and guiding student understanding.
- Managed classroom resources effectively, ensuring availability of necessary materials for instructional purposes.
- Assisted teacher with preparing materials, organizing supplies, and setting up learning activities.
- Assisted teachers with administrative tasks such as photocopying worksheets or grading papers efficiently without compromising quality feedback.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Master of Education - Administration And Supervision
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Skills
Relationship management
Strategic planning
Interpersonal skills
Decision-making
Program evaluation
Program development
Financial oversight
Verbal and written communication
Regulatory compliance
Interests
Music
Crafting and DIY Projects
Photography
Timeline
Director of Federal and Alternative Programs
Alexander City Schools
07.2009 - 06.2019Read More
Assistant Principal
Alexander City Middle School
07.2003 - 07.2009Read More
Instructional Coach
William L. Radney Elementary School
08.2001 - 07.2003Read More
Reading Intervention Teacher
Alexander City Schools
07.1998 - 07.2001Read More
Reading /6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Alexander City Schools
08.1987 - 08.1998Read More
Kindergarten Teacher
Sylacauga City Schools
08.1981 - 08.1987Read More
Title I Parapro
Coosa County Schools
08.1980 - 05.1981Read More
Alabama State University
Master of Education from Administration And Supervision
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Alabama State University
Master of Education from Elementary Education
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Alabama State University
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education from Early Childhood Education
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Alabama State University
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
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Northeast Alabama State Junior College
Associate of Science from Elementary Education
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Teacher of the Year 2000
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