Anna Benson

1707 Shadford Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48104

(734) 730-1745
annabens@umich.edu
Electronic Portfolio: www.msbensonsclassroom.weebly.com
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CERTIFICATION
Michigan Provisional Elementary Certificate, June 2015
Elementary K-5 All Subjects, K-8 All Subjects Self-Contained Classroom, 6-8 Language Arts
EDUCATION
University of Michigan School of Education, June 2015
M.A. in Educational Studies with Elementary Certification
Teaching Major: Language Arts; GPA: 3.90/4.0
University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, June 2014
B.A. from the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
Major: Psychology; GPA: 3.65/4.0
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Pattengill Elementary School, Ann Arbor, August 2014-April 2015
Teaching Intern, 4th Grade
Developed I can learning goals, lesson plans, and assessments aligned with
Common Core Standards and report card objectives
Implemented Everyday Math curriculum through exploratory and discussion-based
math lessons
Designed inquiry-based social studies lessons to analyze the geographic and industrial
features of the regions of the U.S.
Created a three week poetry unit that culminated in published poems, illustrated
poetry anthologies, and a poetry slam
Addressed diverse learning styles by using scaffolding structures such as the I do, we
do, you do sequence, and assuming positive intent
Mitchell Elementary School, Ann Arbor, September 2014-January 2015
Teaching Intern, 3rd and 4th Grade
Designed and implemented supportive math lessons for third graders in Title I afterschool program intervention using various discussion moves
Implemented a multimodal unit via mini-lessons to fourth graders emphasizing
persuasive writing, camera angles, and how to use iMovie
Scarlett Middle School, Ann Arbor, October 2014
Teaching Intern, 6th Grade
Co-taught lessons on digital safety to students in small groups, including topics about
Internet safety, etiquette, and digital footprints

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Logan Elementary School, Ann Arbor, July 2014

Teaching Intern, 1st and 3rd Grade
Participated in team teaching with two other interns in coordinating lesson
planning for third grade math and first grade literacy
Facilitated small-group interactive exercises encouraging critical thinking
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Ann Arbor Public Schools, Michigan Mentorship Program, Fall 2013-Winter 2014
Mentor
Built individual relationships with exceptional students with IEPs from Ann Arbor
Public Schools to improve reading, math, and social skills
College Nannies and Tutors, Ann Arbor, Fall 2013-Winter 2014
Tutor
Worked individually with 8th-12th grade students in homework help and ACT
preparation across all subjects
Increased ACT English scores by a two point average
Huron Valley Swim Club, Ann Arbor, Summer 2012-Summer 2013
Swim Instructor
Taught 3-10 year olds of varying abilities how to swim
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND INTERESTS
Proficient in Spanish
Using technology for classroom management and blended learning
Participated as a moderator and presenter for the 4T Virtual Conference

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