Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with more than 26 years of experience developing and implementing a diverse and creative curriculum. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation.
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Annie Edwards, BA, MAT
London,UK
Summary
Overview
28
years of professional experience
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
The American School in LondonLondon, UK
English Teacher, Humanities Teacher and Advisor
1998.01 - 2024.12 (26 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Enhanced literacy skills by implementing innovative teaching methods.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for students' improved understanding of the English language.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with clear classroom management strategies.
- Delivered engaging lectures to enhance students' interest in literature.
- Prepared students for standardised tests, contributing to their successful performance.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development, ensuring consistency across year groups.
- Liaised with parents regularly for better student progress tracking.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance, supporting administrative tasks.
- Upheld high standards of behaviour within the classroom maintaining an optimal learning environment.
- Planned dynamic, interesting lessons by incorporating variety of mediums.
- Coordinated school trips, broadened the pupils' cultural exposure and understanding.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
Broadmeadow SchoolNeedham, Massachusetts, Middlesex
Classroom Teacher
1995.01 - 1997.01 (2 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Enhanced students' interest in mathematics by implementing innovative teaching methodologies.
- Cultivated positive learning environment for overall student success.
- Achieved improved attendance rates with proactive classroom management strategies.
- Taught science lessons to stimulate curiosity and active learning.
- Fostered intellectual growth, resulting in increased academic performance.
Simmons College
Assistant to Director of Special Education
1992.01 - 1995.01 (3 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Increased efficiency by handling correspondence and organising files.
- Managed executives' schedules for improved daily workflow.
- Streamlined office processes with implementation of new filing system.
- Facilitated smooth running of operations through efficient task management.
- Maintained digital database, enhancing ease of access to information.
- Drafted business letters and emails to facilitate clear communication.
- Handled various day-to-day admin responsibilities to maintain smooth business operations.
- Facilitated maintenance and repairs of office equipment and machinery.
Devotion SchoolBrookline, MA
Grade 8 Co-teacher
1993.01 - 1994.01 (1 education.year_Label)
Job overview
- Facilitated learning for students with diverse needs through differentiated instruction.
- Increased classroom efficiency by assisting lead teacher in preparation of materials and resources.
- Collaborated with parents to support student progress at home, fostering academic growth.
- Enhanced classroom environment through effective behaviour management strategies.
- Ensured safeguarding policies were upheld whilst supervising students during school activities.
- Assisted in conducting assessments to monitor student progression and achievement.
Cambridge and Latin High SchoolCambridge, MA (USA)
Grade 10 English Teacher
1992.01 - 1993.01 (1 education.year_Label)
Job overview
- Fulfilled administrative tasks such as attendance records keeping operations streamlined.
- Ensured a safe and inclusive learning environment promoting mutual respect among students.
- Elevated student engagement by creating interactive lesson plans.
- Developed effective teaching strategies for improved comprehension.
Boston MagazineBoston, MA
Assistant to the Editor
1989.01 - 1992.01 (3 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
Amnet Software IncBoston, MA
Personal Assistant to CEO
1987.01 - 1989.01 (2 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Streamlined administrative processes to improve office efficiency.
- Coordinated daily schedules for CEO with meticulous attention to detail.
- Managed correspondence, reduced response time by ensuring timely replies.
- Organised meetings, improved communication within team.
- Took minutes during meetings with accuracy and precision, facilitated follow-up actions efficiently.
- Scheduled appointments and conference calls coordinated seamlessly across different time zones.
- Coordinated company events that strengthened employee morale and engagement.
Education
Simmons CollegeBoston, MA
Master's of Arts from Teaching
1992.09 - 1997.06 (4 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
University overview
- Recipient of the Lydia Averell Hurd Smith Award for exemplary academic achievement and excellent performance in the classroom
- GPA: 4.0
Westfield State UniversityWestfield, MA USA
Bachelor's Degree from Double Major of English Literature and Media
1983.01 - 1987.01 (4 education.years_Label)
University overview
GPA: 3.8
Framingham North High SchoolFramingham, MA USA
High School Diploma from All Subjects
1979.09 - 1983.06 (3 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
University overview
Life Centre Yoga Institute
Certified Yoga Teacher from Yoga for Adults and Children
2007.01 - 2009.01 (2 education.years_Label)
University overview
Certified Yoga Teacher for Adults and Children through The Life Centre 2009
Special Yoga Centre YogaLondon
Certification 200 hours from Children with Special Needs and Pregnancy Yoga
University overview
Arvon Writing InstituteDevon, UK
Writing Fiction
2017.01 - 2020.01 (3 education.years_Label)
University overview
Columbia University Teacher's College
Reading/Writing
2009.01 - 2017.01 (8 education.years_Label)
University overview
Literacy Institute
Genre Studies from with Irene Fountas, Lesley College
University overview
TTC Institute
Assessment Practices from with Bambi Betts
University overview
ASL Learning InstituteLondon, UK
from Brain research and its practical applications to high quality instructional strategies for the classroom
University overview
ASL Learning Institute
from Non-Fiction Writing in the Writing Workshop
2015.01 - 2017.01 (2 education.years_Label)
University overview
Skills
- Public speaking
- Lesson planning
- Positive atmosphere promotion
- Parent and student communication
- Student assessment and achievement
- Innovative lesson planning
- Emergent curriculum
- Effective time management
- Learning style assessment
- Achievement testing
- Student rapport
- Inquiry-based learning
- Special needs students
- Effective listening
- Individual Education Plans (IEP)
- Marking and report writing
- Children's yoga and meditation
- Mindful meditation
- Stress management techniques
- Pranayama expertise
References
References
- Peter Lutkoski, Middle School Principal at The American School in London, Peter_Lutkoski@ASL.org
- Erica Jones, Assistant Middle School Principal at The American School in London, Erica_Jones@ASL.org
Timeline
Arvon Writing Institute
Writing Fiction
2017.01 - 2020.01 (3 education.years_Label)
ASL Learning Institute
from Non-Fiction Writing in the Writing Workshop
2015.01 - 2017.01 (2 education.years_Label)
Columbia University Teacher's College
Reading/Writing
2009.01 - 2017.01 (8 education.years_Label)
Life Centre Yoga Institute
Certified Yoga Teacher from Yoga for Adults and Children
2007.01 - 2009.01 (2 education.years_Label)
English Teacher, Humanities Teacher and Advisor
The American School in London
1998.01 - 2024.12 (26 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
Classroom Teacher
Broadmeadow School
1995.01 - 1997.01 (2 education.years_Label)
Grade 8 Co-teacher
Devotion School
1993.01 - 1994.01 (1 education.year_Label)
Simmons College
Master's of Arts from Teaching
1992.09 - 1997.06 (4 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Assistant to Director of Special Education
Simmons College
1992.01 - 1995.01 (3 education.years_Label)
Grade 10 English Teacher
Cambridge and Latin High School
1992.01 - 1993.01 (1 education.year_Label)
Assistant to the Editor
Boston Magazine
1989.01 - 1992.01 (3 education.years_Label)
Personal Assistant to CEO
Amnet Software Inc
1987.01 - 1989.01 (2 education.years_Label)
Westfield State University
Bachelor's Degree from Double Major of English Literature and Media
1983.01 - 1987.01 (4 education.years_Label)
Framingham North High School
High School Diploma from All Subjects
1979.09 - 1983.06 (3 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Literacy Institute
Genre Studies from with Irene Fountas, Lesley College
2013.01
TTC Institute
Assessment Practices from with Bambi Betts
2006.01
ASL Learning Institute
from Brain research and its practical applications to high quality instructional strategies for the classroom
2010.01
Special Yoga Centre Yoga
Certification 200 hours from Children with Special Needs and Pregnancy Yoga
2008.01