Alyssa Andrews
Fort Wayne
Summary
A compassionate and determined elementary school teacher with 4.5 years of experience in various classroom settings. Caring relationship-builder with an open mindset to drive positive behaviors to support education of students. Skillful in directing positive classroom environments and enhancing good decision making-skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Northwest Allen County Schools
01.2025 - Current
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom effectively.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
- Maintained open communication with parents and guardians, discussing students'' progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Promoted a growth mindset among students, encouraging perseverance in the face of challenging tasks or setbacks.
- Mentored struggling students one-on-one, resulting in significant improvements in their academic performance.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing individualized feedback and support for continuous improvement.
- Enhanced classroom management, implementing positive reinforcement techniques to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Increased class participation through interactive activities and group projects.
- Served as a positive role model for students by exhibiting strong work ethic, integrity, and professionalism at all times.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
Sales Associate
Birch and Bell Boutique
02.2021 - 07.2024
- Managing the store-front, assisting customers, working the check out counter, restocking the store, packing/shipping orders, arranged/organized the store, and customer service.
- Collaborated with workers daily to play for events or discuss what needed done for the day.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Ran the social media and modeled for the online store.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Daycare Worker
Pathway Community Church
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Worked the check-in counter for when parents would drop off their child for the daycare service.
- Watched kids ages 0-7 by playing with them, feeding them, putting them down for a nap, and preparing needed materials for the day.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Distributed food, napkins, and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods.
Education
Bachelor - Education
Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN12-2024
Skills
- Positive relationships
- Student engagement
- Time management
- Problem Solving
- Patience
- Organization
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Northwest Allen County Schools
01.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
Birch and Bell Boutique
02.2021 - 07.2024
Daycare Worker
Pathway Community Church
11.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor - Education
Purdue University Fort Wayne
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