ELAINE ANDERSON
Nashville
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable elementary educator with a strong background in math and science, skilled in developing engaging lesson plans that inspire student participation and foster a positive classroom atmosphere. Committed to nurturing curiosity and critical thinking while celebrating diversity, creating inclusive environments where all students thrive academically and build self-confidence. Passionate about fostering a love for learning and eager to contribute to team success while continuously enhancing professional skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
MNPS – UNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
07.2025 - Current
- Develop and implement standards-aligned lesson plans to support academic growth.
- Design engaging instructional activities promoting hands-on learning, collaboration, and critical thinking.
- Deliver student-centered instruction using discussions, visual aids, technology, and differentiated strategies.
- Integrate educational technology and interactive materials to enhance learning.
- Provide individualized support and tutoring for students with academic or social-emotional needs.
- Administer assessments and monitor student progress to inform instruction.
- Observe and evaluate students’ academic, social, and behavioral development.
- Maintain accurate, compliant student records per district policies and regulations.
- Collaborate with colleagues and administrators to develop and refine curriculum.
- Perform administrative tasks, including attendance, classroom organization, and communication with families and staff.
- Participate in professional development and educational conferences to improve instructional practice.
Promising Scholars Rising 4th Grade Teacher
MNPS – UNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Delivered engaging in-person instruction using lectures, discussions, visual aids, and differentiated teaching strategies to enhance student comprehension.
- Developed and implemented clear, standards-aligned lesson plans and classroom materials.
- Designed and facilitated balanced instructional activities that encouraged observation, inquiry, and hands-on learning.
- Integrated social-emotional learning practices into daily academic instruction to support whole-child development.
- Ensured equitable access to learning by providing accommodations, modifications, and inclusive instructional supports for all students.
Fifth Grade Teacher
MNPS – GLENGARRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Instructed students in an in-person classroom environment through lectures, discussions, visual aids, instructional strategies, and other effective teaching methods for student comprehension.
- Prepared lessons and outlines to use in class that effectively cover the material.
- Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Administered various types of assessments to monitor student’s comprehension of the material.
- Assisted students who need extra help with tutoring. Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems or special academic interests.
- Collaborate with other teachers and administrators to develop, evaluate, and revise academic programs following approved curricula.
- Utilized instructional technology, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to enhance student learning.
- Performed various administrative duties such as attendance, organizing the classroom, and responding to emails and phone calls from parents, school administrators, and staff in a timely manner.
- Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Attended in-person faculty meetings, teacher training workshops and educational conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Maintained accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
Promising Scholars STEAM Teacher
MNPS – GLENGARRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Delivered engaging in-person instruction using lectures, discussions, visual aids, and differentiated teaching strategies to enhance student comprehension.
- Developed and implemented clear, standards-aligned lesson plans and classroom materials.
- Designed and facilitated balanced instructional activities that encouraged observation, inquiry, and hands-on learning.
- Integrated social-emotional learning practices into daily academic instruction to support whole-child development.
- Ensured equitable access to learning by providing accommodations, modifications, and inclusive instructional supports for all students.
Second Grade Teacher
MNPS – UNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Instructed students in an in-person classroom environment through lectures, discussions, visual aids, instructional strategies, and other effective teaching methods for student comprehension.
- Prepared lessons and outlines to use in class that effectively cover the material.
- Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Administered various types of assessments to monitor student’s comprehension of the material.
- Assisted students who need extra help with tutoring. Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems or special academic interests.
- Collaborate with other teachers and administrators to develop, evaluate, and revise academic programs following approved curricula.
- Utilized instructional technology, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to enhance student learning.
- Performed various administrative duties such as attendance, organizing the classroom, and responding to emails and phone calls from parents, school administrators, and staff in a timely manner.
- Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Attended in-person faculty meetings, teacher training workshops and educational conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Maintained accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
Spanish Translator - School Based
MNPS – UNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Directly assisted Non-English Language Background (NELB) parents in person, via phone, and via email.
- Assisted administration with contacts, conferences, and meetings.
- Officially interpreted at IEP Special Education meetings and Support Team meetings.
- Translated documents.
- Assisted in increasing parent participation of school events and activities by personally notifying families and inviting families by letter, phone, and/or e-mail.
- Assisted in updating Emergency Card information and maintained current address, phone numbers, and other information.
- Assisted the school in building a rapport with international families.
Adult Education Part Time Instructor at Una Elementary School
WORKFORCE ESSENTIALS, INC
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Planned, organized, and delivered effective instruction while evaluating student progress and performance.
- Created a supportive and engaging classroom environment that promoted meaningful learning experiences.
- Motivated and guided adult learners to support successful program completion.
- Collaborated with staff responsible for Adult Education orientation and assessment processes.
- Ensured compliance with CASAS testing guidelines, administering post-tests after 70–100 instructional hours.
- Communicated clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats to present information to groups of various sizes.
- Utilized essential computer skills to support instruction and administrative tasks.
Dental Assistant
APEX ENDODONTICS
05.2022 - 05.2022
- Set up the dental operating room according to the treatment to perform.
- Placed cross contamination barriers around all working areas.
- Registered new patients in the Sidexis SG Software and exposed a Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT).
- Received patients into the dental operating room and recorded detailed information regarding the reason for their visit.
- Updated the patient’s medical history, such as any updates in allergies and/or changes in medications.
- Performed a variety of tests on the tooth/teeth to treat and surrounding areas, recording the obtained results.
- Exposed dental digital X-rays prior any dental treatment, during treatments, and after finalizing every treatment, using Dexis Software.
- Kept record of the patient’s evaluation and treatment, using the Endo Vision Software.
- Placed dental dam and rubber dam clamp in place, by indication of the endodontist.
- Performed endodontic chair-side duties for the endodontist.
- Placed temporary dental restauration, removed rubber dental clamp, dental dam and rubber dam frame when indicated by the endodontist.
- Cleaned up and disinfected the dental operating room after each treatment.
- Responsible for sterilizing all used instruments after treatments.
- Kept track of inventory and re-stocked all dental operating rooms.
Former Realtor
RELIANT REALTY ERA POWERED
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Offered bilingual residential real estate services.
- Attended to weekly sales firm meetings and training.
Former Realtor
CRYE-LEIKE REAL ESTATE SERVICES
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Offered bilingual residential real estate services.
- Completed training at Crye-Leike College.
- Attended to weekly firm sales meetings.
General Dentist / Endodontist /Private Practice
DENTAL CARE
12.2006 - 10.2010
- Responsible for providing direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, diagnosis, and dental treatments needed such as prophylaxis, fissure and pit sealing, fillings, extractions, crown lengthening surgeries, third molar surgeries, dental veneers, crowns, bridges, and so on.
- Responsible for the management of patients referred by general dentists that require root canal treatments or endodontic surgeries.
- Analyzed X-rays and reviewed patients' health backgrounds to devise appropriate treatment course.
- Assessed the patient’s medical condition, explained procedures, and answered questions that the patients had.
- Prescribed medications as appropriate and necessary.
- Referred patients to other specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
- Taught patients how to properly brush and floss for optimal dental health.
- Performed measures of quality, safety and infection control standards.
- Kept inventory and managed the use of dental materials.
Teacher / Dental Practice Supervisor
UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE SINALOA
12.2004 - 12.2009
- Trained and supervised dentistry students and residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriated.
- Managed the daily operations of a specific dental program, patient care unit, or research function, as appropriate to the objectives of the program.
- Supervised and supported students and residents during the performance of dental treatments to patients as needed.
- Participated in specified dental health promotion, education, and prevention programs such as continuing education programs.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Checked the pharmacy area regularly to ensure that it was kept neat, clean, and free of debris.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching (K-5)
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN01.2024
Real Estate Affiliate Broker/Agent Program - undefined
Success Real Estate School
Brentwood, TN01.2019
Master of Science - Endodontics
Universidad Latinoamericana
Mexico City, Mexico01.2006
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Surgeon Dentist
Universidad Autonoma De Sinaloa
Sinaloa, Mexico01.2002
Glendale & Phoenix Community Colleges
Maricopa County, AZ01.2016
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Master of Arts in Teaching(K-5) and Master of Science in Endodontics
- Curriculum implementation and lesson plan development
- Instructing English learners
- Classroom management and student engagement
- Verbal and written communication
- Problem-solving skills
- Diversified instruction
- Mathematics teaching
- Effective task management and adaptability
- Parent rapport and communication
- Safe, positive learning environment
- Team collaboration
- Reliable work ethic
Accomplishments
According to the 2024-2025 Diagnostic i-Ready Growth Report, 81% of the fifth grade students instructed by Mrs. Anderson for 150 days or more achieved over 75% of the typical growth in mathematics for the 2024–2025 school year. The students' median percent progress towards typical growth was 144%, indicating that 75% or more of her students met or exceeded their expected growth targets.
Moreover, according to the 2023-2024 ACCESS Growth Report, Mrs. Anderson's class exceeded the School’s 1-Year Growth Standard of 39.9%, accomplishing a total of 41.2%. Mrs. Anderson's class was very close to the District’s 1-Year Growth Standard of 43.6%. Additionally, the 2023-2024 i-Ready Diagnostic Growth Report indicates that her class median percent progress towards typical growth was 136%, indicating that 75% or more of her students met or exceeded their expected growth targets.
Certification
- Practitioner Teacher - 1st Issuance (000744714)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
MNPS – UNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
07.2025 - Current
Promising Scholars Rising 4th Grade Teacher
MNPS – UNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
05.2025 - 06.2025
Fifth Grade Teacher
MNPS – GLENGARRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2024 - 06.2025
Promising Scholars STEAM Teacher
MNPS – GLENGARRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
05.2024 - 06.2024
Second Grade Teacher
MNPS – UNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
08.2023 - 05.2024
Spanish Translator - School Based
MNPS – UNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
10.2022 - 05.2023
Adult Education Part Time Instructor at Una Elementary School
WORKFORCE ESSENTIALS, INC
10.2022 - 04.2023
Dental Assistant
APEX ENDODONTICS
05.2022 - 05.2022
Former Realtor
RELIANT REALTY ERA POWERED
09.2020 - 06.2021
Former Realtor
CRYE-LEIKE REAL ESTATE SERVICES
01.2020 - 09.2020
General Dentist / Endodontist /Private Practice
DENTAL CARE
12.2006 - 10.2010
Teacher / Dental Practice Supervisor
UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE SINALOA
12.2004 - 12.2009
Real Estate Affiliate Broker/Agent Program - undefined
Success Real Estate School
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Surgeon Dentist
Universidad Autonoma De Sinaloa
Master of Arts - Teaching (K-5)
Trevecca Nazarene University
Master of Science - Endodontics
Universidad Latinoamericana
Glendale & Phoenix Community Colleges