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Annaliese Ryan

Oak Lawn

Summary

Professional educator equipped for fostering productive and engaging learning environment. Adept at developing and implementing creative lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, fostering both academic and personal growth. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring reliable contributions to collaborative goals. Skilled in classroom management, curriculum development, and leveraging educational technology. Enthusiastic about driving student success and facilitating positive school culture.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

4th Grade Teacher

Western Springs School District 101
01.2014 - Current
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing the unique needs of each student in the classroom.
  • Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lesson plans to target areas needing improvement.
  • Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adjusting instructional approaches as needed.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and innovative teaching techniques.

Education

Master of Arts - Reading

Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL
05-2018

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
12-2013

Skills

  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Collaborative learning
  • Team collaboration
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Organizational skills
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Relationship building
  • Classroom management
  • Curriculum development

Accomplishments

Teacher Facilitator, Running Club 2015-2018

  • Organized and led weekly training sessions for students, ranging from beginner to advanced runners.
  • Coordinated club activities such as local races, fun runs, and fitness events.
  • Motivated participants to set and achieve personal fitness goals, fostering a supportive and encouraging environment.

Teacher Facilitator, Student Council 2015-2019

  • Provided guidance and mentorship to student council members, ensuring smooth operation of meetings and activities.

Teacher Facilitator, Tiny Philanthropists 2022-2023

  • Provided guidance and mentorship to members, ensuring smooth operation of meetings and activities.

Member, District Leadership Team 2020-2023

  • Collaborated with district administrators, teachers, and other stakeholders to create and implement policies and initiatives focused on improving educational outcomes.
  • Played a key role in strategic planning and decision-making for district-wide programs.
  • Led discussions on curriculum development, professional development for teachers, and student engagement strategies.
  • Assisted in data analysis to assess the effectiveness of district programs and suggested improvements.

Member, Building Leadership Team 2020-Present

  • Collaborated with school administrators, faculty, and staff to develop and implement school-wide initiatives aimed at improving academic performance and student engagement.
  • Played an active role in developing school improvement plans based on data analysis and feedback from students and staff.
  • Led discussions on best practices for curriculum development, student support, and teacher professional development.
  • Helped coordinate and oversee school events, ensuring alignment with the school’s goals and vision.

Timeline

4th Grade Teacher

Western Springs School District 101
01.2014 - Current

Master of Arts - Reading

Concordia University Chicago

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Western Michigan University
Annaliese Ryan