Erin Wright
Ann Arbor,MI
Summary
Focused professional passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills and student development. Skillful in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Ann Arbor Public Schools
Ann Arbor, MI
09.2011 - Current
- Provided instruction in core subjects such as reading, writing, math, science and social studies.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development projects.
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress by grading tests, assignments and papers.
- Created interactive activities that encouraged student engagement in lessons.
Teacher Consultant
Ann Arbor Public Schools
Ann Arbor
01.2008 - 06.2011
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Plans
- Analyzed data from student assessments to inform instruction decisions.
- Assisted teachers in implementing best practices in the classroom.
- Improved student learning by defining and articulating learning outcomes and analyzing performance metrics and measurements.
Peace Corps Volunteer
West Indies
07.2002 - 07.2004
- Developed special education and literacy programs in 3 local schools
- Wrote grants and developed programs for HIV/AIDs prevention and computer literacy instruction
- Conducted Needs Assessments within local communities
- Helped community leaders identify and work toward goals
Research Assistant
Project Great Start
University of Michigan
01.2005 - 07.2005
- On-site evaluation of early education literacy practices in Southwest Michigan Preschools
Education
M.A. Degree in Educational Studies - Literacy, Language, Culture
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI07.2005
B.A. Degree in Special Education - Emotional Impairments, Spanish, Anthropology
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2001
Skills
- Staff training and mentoring
- Team Collaboration
- Project-based learning
- Organizational Skills
- Technology Integration
- Proficient in GSuite, Microsoft Teams & Spreadsheets
- Health and Community Development
- Strategic Planning
- Project tracking
- Schedule Management
- Document Management
Certification
- Michigan Professional Teachers Certification
- K-5 All Subjects
- 6-8 Spanish Language
- K-8 Self-Contained
- K-12 Emotional Impairments
- K-12 Literacy Specialist Endorsement
Accomplishments
- National Endowment for the Humanities Fellow, 2023
- AAPS Teacher of the Week, 2019
- Sustainability Grant Winner, 2023
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Ann Arbor Public Schools
09.2011 - Current
Teacher Consultant
Ann Arbor Public Schools
01.2008 - 06.2011
Research Assistant
Project Great Start
01.2005 - 07.2005
Peace Corps Volunteer
West Indies
07.2002 - 07.2004
M.A. Degree in Educational Studies - Literacy, Language, Culture
University of Michigan
B.A. Degree in Special Education - Emotional Impairments, Spanish, Anthropology
Michigan State University
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