ANNMARIE WALKER
Winter Haven,Florida
Summary
Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Data driven lesson planner using student performance to tailor lessons specific to demonstrated student needs. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Teacher Senior High
Winter Haven Senior High School
07.2016 - Current
- AS Level Cambridge English Language, AS Level Cambridge English General Papers, English and Honors 1, 2, and 3.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
Literacy Coach
Shelley S. Boone Middle School
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Conducted professional development workshops on effective literacy strategies for colleagues, enhancing overall instructional quality.
- Served as a mentor to new educators, sharing expertise in curriculum planning and classroom management techniques.
- Provided planned objectives and instruction for struggling [School Level] readers.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Monitored status of students requiring special attention.
- Analyzed student assessment data, providing insights for tailored instruction and support.
Reading and Language Arts Teacher, Middle Grades
Jere Stambaugh Middle School
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Employed state assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods
- Collaborated with peers to develop lesson plans based on data
- Attended a variety of professional development workshops centered on teaming goals, classroom management, student motivation, and engaging learning activities
- Used the positive reinforcement method to facilitate a positive learning environment.
Teacher grades 2-3
Clarence A. Boswell Elementary School
07.2003 - 01.2013
- Observed and assessed student performance and kept thorough records of progress
- Set and communicated ground rules for the classroom based on respect and personal responsibility
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, and school administrators
- Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting teaming and student engagement.
Teacher grades 2-4
The Oaks School
07.1998 - 06.2003
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects
- Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction
- Created lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards
- Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level
- Strengthened parent-teacher and parent-child communication by holding regular parent-teacher conferences.
Education
Education Classes for Certification -
Florida Southern College And University of South Florida
Lakeland, FL01.2001
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology -
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL01.1998
Associate of Arts, Liberal Studies -
Polk Community College
Winter Haven, FL01.1996
Skills
- Student Motivation
- Problem-solving skills
- Student Support
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Data driven Lesson Planning
- Adapting to Different Learning Styles
- Teaching strategies
Accomplishments
Certifications include:
- English 5-9
- English 6-12
- English for Speakers of Other Languages
- Reading Endorsement
- Elementary grade K-6
- Florida Civics Seal of Excellence
Highly Effective rating every year of teaching.
Student scores consistently exceed International, national, and State levels throughout years of teaching in both state and Cambridge scores.
Cambridge English Language AS and A level, Introduction, Extension, and Focused on Assessments
Cambridge English General Papers, AS Level, Introduction, Extension, and Focused on Assessment
Clinical Supervision for Educators
Trained in Kagan Strategies, Learning Focused Strategies, and Love and Logic for Educators.
Certification
- Florida Professional Teaching Certificate
- Elementary Grade K-6
- English for Speakers of Other Languages
- Middle Grades Language Arts 5-9
- Reading Endorsement (complete in June 2015)
- Clinical Supervision for Educators
- Polk County Technology Integration Coach
Training
- Kagan Strategies
- Learning Focused Strategies
- Love Et Logic for Educators
Affiliations
- Rotary International member since 2019
Timeline
English Teacher Senior High
Winter Haven Senior High School
07.2016 - Current
Literacy Coach
Shelley S. Boone Middle School
07.2015 - 06.2016
Reading and Language Arts Teacher, Middle Grades
Jere Stambaugh Middle School
08.2013 - 06.2015
Teacher grades 2-3
Clarence A. Boswell Elementary School
07.2003 - 01.2013
Teacher grades 2-4
The Oaks School
07.1998 - 06.2003
Education Classes for Certification -
Florida Southern College And University of South Florida
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology -
University of Central Florida
Associate of Arts, Liberal Studies -
Polk Community College
- Florida Professional Teaching Certificate
- Elementary Grade K-6
- English for Speakers of Other Languages
- Middle Grades Language Arts 5-9
- Reading Endorsement (complete in June 2015)
- Clinical Supervision for Educators
- Polk County Technology Integration Coach
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