Anna Birnberg
Elementary Science Teacher at Saint Columbkille Partnership School- Claim this Profile
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Spanish Full professional proficiency
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French Professional working proficiency
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Credentials
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Initial Certification - General Science Grades 5-8
MA Department of Elementary and Secondary EducationMar, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement
MA Department of Elementary and Secondary EducatioJul, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Illinois Initial Certificate (Type 09)
Illinois State Board of EducationJul, 2011- Nov, 2024 -
Initial Certification - Middle School Math/Science
Massachusetts Department of EducationMar, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Saint Columbkille Partnership School
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United States
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Religious Institutions
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1 - 100 Employee
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Elementary Science Teacher
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Sep 2018 - Present
Plan and teach 1st-5th grade science and engineering classes at a private, PreK-8th grade school in Brighton, Massachusetts. Develop curricula for each grade level that is aligned with Next Generation Science Standards, Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, and the Archdiocese of Boston's Curriculum Framework. Implement instructional strategies appropriate for my students, as many are English Language Learners and/or have special needs. Plan and teach 1st-5th grade science and engineering classes at a private, PreK-8th grade school in Brighton, Massachusetts. Develop curricula for each grade level that is aligned with Next Generation Science Standards, Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, and the Archdiocese of Boston's Curriculum Framework. Implement instructional strategies appropriate for my students, as many are English Language Learners and/or have special needs.
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Saint Columbkille Partnership School
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United States
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Religious Institutions
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1 - 100 Employee
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Middle School Math and Science Teacher
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Sep 2016 - Jun 2018
Planned and taught 6th grade math and science, as well as exploratory classes in 3D design and hydroponics, at a private, PreK-8th grade school in Brighton, Massachusetts. Collaborated with other middle school teachers in my school, as well as other nearby private schools, to develop develop an interdisciplinary curriculum rooted in social justice values and aligned with Next Generation Science Standards, Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, and the Archdiocese of Boston's Curriculum Framework. Implemented instructional strategies appropriate for my students, as many were English Language Learners and/or had special needs. Show less
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Chicago Botanic Garden
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United States
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Zoos and Botanical Gardens
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300 - 400 Employee
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Intern
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Sep 2015 - Oct 2015
Scanned images, completed data entry tasks, and cleaned and counted seeds for the Echinacea Project, a research study currently carried out by Dr. Stuart Wagenius of the Botanic Garden and Northwestern University. Scanned images, completed data entry tasks, and cleaned and counted seeds for the Echinacea Project, a research study currently carried out by Dr. Stuart Wagenius of the Botanic Garden and Northwestern University.
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Spanish Ministry of Education
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Jaén Area, Spain; Madrid, Spain
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English and Bilingual Teacher
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Oct 2011 - Jun 2015
Planned and taught hour-long Bilingual art, science, and physical education and English classes for students ages 3-12. Collaborated with teachers in both English and Spanish to generate lessons and select teaching materials. Created a newsletter in English and Spanish to communicate daily activities and bilingual program events to parents. Studied Spanish cooking and yoga at a community college in Jaén, Spain to further immerse myself in the local community. Planned and taught hour-long Bilingual art, science, and physical education and English classes for students ages 3-12. Collaborated with teachers in both English and Spanish to generate lessons and select teaching materials. Created a newsletter in English and Spanish to communicate daily activities and bilingual program events to parents. Studied Spanish cooking and yoga at a community college in Jaén, Spain to further immerse myself in the local community.
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Stevenson High School, Lincolnshire, IL
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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100 - 200 Employee
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Student Teacher
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Mar 2011 - Jun 2011
Planned and taught two sections of Environmental Science and two sections of Biology daily at a public high school in Lincolnshire, Illinois. Assisted students with coursework before and after school, and during free periods.Participated in professional development and attended all science team meetings. Met with special education teachers to review students’ Individualized Education Program goals and specific needs. Planned and taught two sections of Environmental Science and two sections of Biology daily at a public high school in Lincolnshire, Illinois. Assisted students with coursework before and after school, and during free periods.Participated in professional development and attended all science team meetings. Met with special education teachers to review students’ Individualized Education Program goals and specific needs.
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Northbrook School District 28
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United States
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Education Management
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100 - 200 Employee
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Special Education Instructional Assistant
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Sep 2008 - Mar 2011
Provided in-class, small-group, and one-on-one academic support for students receiving special education services. Participated in professional development, including Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training. Served on the school’s Instructional Team to help evaluate and make changes to the school curriculum. Provided in-class, small-group, and one-on-one academic support for students receiving special education services. Participated in professional development, including Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training. Served on the school’s Instructional Team to help evaluate and make changes to the school curriculum.
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Education
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2009 - 2011
DePaul University
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Secondary Education and Teaching -
2004 - 2008
Colby College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology, Environmental Education -
2007 - 2007
University of Otago
Study Abroad, Biology, General
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