Annette Elcoate
Oxford,MI
Summary
Dedicated Teacher offering 26 years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students. Achieved Highly Effective.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Honors Language Arts/Language Arts- 8th Grade
Anchor Bay School District
09.2010 - Current
- Built a positive classroom environment that fostered open communication and mutual respect, leading to increased student confidence and participation.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, maintaining high standards for all students while offering support when needed.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating project-based learning and group assignments into the curriculum.
- Improved student writing skills by providing detailed feedback on essays, reports, and creative pieces, guiding them towards higher-quality work in future assignments.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
1st and 3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Anchor Bay School District
09.2001 - 01.2010
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Improved student reading comprehension through targeted literacy strategies and guided practice sessions.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education and fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Developed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and real-life connections, promoting critical thinking skills.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for improved focus and productivity.
2nd and 3rd Grade Classroom Teacher
Dearborn Heights District 7
09.1998 - 01.2001
3rd Grade
WHRC, Pontiac School District
09.1996 - 01.1998
Language Arts-8th Grade
Pontiac School District
01.1996 - 01.1998
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education- Group Minor: Math, Science, English
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MIMasters in the Art of Teaching - Reading and Language Arts
Oakland University
Rochester, MISkills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Project-based learning
- Writing instruction
- Reading Comprehension
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- IEP familiarity
- Proficient in Office360, PowerSchool, Schoology, Microsoft Teams
Leadership Experience
- Committees, Collaborate to implement and maintain a school-wide framework for promoting positive behavior and improving overall school climate.
- Data Director, Managed all aspects of NWEA assessments, including administration, data management, analysis, reporting, and supporting educators in effectively using assessment data to drive instructional decisions.
- NWEA, Assisted with implementation of adaptive assessment-including procedures, analysis, and trouble-shooting
- RTI, Identified struggling students early on and provided support to facilitate success and prevent further delays
Professional Development
- PSAT Training
- 6 + 1 Traits of Writing
- Diversity Training
- Kagen Workshop
- Michigan Reading Association Conference
- Positivity Project
- ALICE Training
References
- Phil Latona, Principal-Anchor Bay Middle School South, 586-201-2032, platona@abs.misd.net
- Paige Hunter, Assistant Principal- Anchor Bay Middle School South, 586-943-3509, phunter@abs.misd.net
- Christina Medley, Educator- Ashley Elementary, 248-894-1814, cmedley@abs.misd.net
- Sarah Kessel, Educator- Anchor Bay Middle School North, 248-866-5448, skessel@abs.misd.net
Extracurricular Activities
Middle School Track: Lincoln Junior High and Anchor Bay Middle School South, Student Council Advisor, National Junior Honor Society, After School Tutoring Program
Timeline
Honors Language Arts/Language Arts- 8th Grade
Anchor Bay School District
09.2010 - Current
1st and 3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Anchor Bay School District
09.2001 - 01.2010
2nd and 3rd Grade Classroom Teacher
Dearborn Heights District 7
09.1998 - 01.2001
3rd Grade
WHRC, Pontiac School District
09.1996 - 01.1998
Language Arts-8th Grade
Pontiac School District
01.1996 - 01.1998
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education- Group Minor: Math, Science, English
Western Michigan University
Masters in the Art of Teaching - Reading and Language Arts
Oakland University
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