Anna Schmidt

Phone: 507.421.1926
Email: Amschmid3196@winona.edu
Portfolios: www.AnnaSchmidt12.weebly.com
www.SchmidtFramework.weebly.com
MN Teaching License File Folder No. 480352

Objective
Creative and dedicated teacher seeking teaching position in Rochester Public Schools.

Education
Master of Science, Education
Winona State University

Anticipated Graduation July 2015

Rochester, MN

Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education

Winona State University, Rochester GPA 3.90

May 2014
Rochester, MN

Associates Degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences

Rochester Community and Technical College GPA 3.96

May 2012
Rochester, MN

Teaching Experience
GIP Residency
Gibbs Elementary, Fourth Grade
2014- 2015 School Year
Principal- Michelle Schrantz
Rochester, MN
Prepared and taught whole and small group differentiated lessons in mathematics using
Everyday Math curriculum
Designed and administered small group lessons to word study groups using Words Their Way
framework
Engaged in PLC and Code 7 planning days using student data to drive instruction and
improve student learning
Contributed to PBIS Committee focused on increasing positive climate

Student Teaching
Pinewood Elementary, Fourth Grade
Ten Weeks, Cooperating Teacher- Rebecca Mecikalski

Leveled and conferenced with students using Independent Reading Level Assessment (IRLA)
framework
Wrote and facilitated whole and small group language arts lessons using Scott Foresman
curriculum and Common Core State Standards

Gibbs Elementary, Kindergarten

Six Weeks, Cooperating Teacher- Heidi Brown

Spring 2014
Rochester, MN

Fall 2013
Rochester, MN

Conducted whole and small group hands-on lessons in math using manipulatives to enhance
students critical thinking skills

Field Experience

Rochester, MN

Gage Elementary, Grade 2 (83 hours);

Riverside Elementary, Grades K-5 (61.5 hours);
Bamber Valley Elementary, Grade 5 (35.75 hours);
Friedell Middle School, Grade 6 (45.5 hours)

Worked with and facilitated lessons to diverse students including: EL and newcomers, ASD,
ADD/ADHD, VI, DHH, DCD, LD, and Gifted and Talented students
Administered Concepts of Print and Spelling Inventory assessments from Words Their Way
Developed and implemented small group literature circle lessons
(over)

Related Experiences/ Trainings

SMART Board and iPad proficient

InSciEd Out Zebrafish Externship through Mayo Clinic
Action 100/ IRLA training
SIOP training
Co-Secretary for the Senior Class EMSP Leadership Team
Rochester Diversity Council training
Academic Vocabulary training
Verbal De-Escalation Strategy training
Enhanced and taught lessons for S.T.E.M. Camp at Riverside Elementary

Related Work Experience

Sales Associate
March 2009- July 2014
Rochester Scrapbooking Company
Rochester, MN
Taught small group classes to children ages five to twelve; assisted in the founding and managing
of business.
Personal Care Assistant
March 2010- May 2010
Southeast Minnesota Center for Independent Living
Rochester, MN
Worked as an in-home personal care assistant for a child with Downs Syndrome.

Awards/ Recognition

Deans List: Fall 2011, Spring and Fall 2012, Spring and Fall 2013, Spring 2014
Howard Munson Family Scholarship For Students in Education
Delores Sande Elementary Education Scholarship