Aerial A'lexus Cuington
Mesquite,TX
Summary
My name is Aerial A'lexus Cuington, and I am a recent graduate with my bachelor's degree in education. While attending college, I maintained a grade point average of 3.8, and I am ready to demonstrate my craft, as well as use my strong organizational skills, educational background, and the ability to work and communicate well with others as a team. I am also a hard worker who thrives under pressure and gets the job done, regardless of the circumstances that may be presented. I am currently enrolled in the certification teaching program, Iteachtexas, pursuing my teaching certification. I am also teaching 1st grade, which I absolutely love, and I have focused professionally on promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills, along with student development. Skillful in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. I have provided excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving abilities. Each class that I have taught has shown great improvement and success through district tests, behavioral improvement, and social skills development, earning me New Teacher of the Year at my campus in Mesquite. I look forward to helping many more students grow and become successful as they continue their education journey!
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Mesquite ISD
Mesquite
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated a positive learning environment by implementing classroom management techniques.
- Encouraged critical thinking through questioning techniques, discussions, and problem solving tasks.
- Organized field trips that promoted experiential learning opportunities for students.
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
- Provided trust and a sense of security by creating long-lasting relationships with students and parents,
- Enhanced overall well-being and students' academic performance.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay up-to-date on current trends in education.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Created a positive classroom environment that fosters respect for diversity, encourages collaboration among peers, and promotes self-regulation skills.
- Invited guest speakers to classroom to excite and engage students.
Sales Associate
Guess Factory
Texas
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked as a sales associate organizing dothing attire, interacting with customers on a daily basis, and operating the cashier
Caregiver
Envision Healthcare
Mesquite, TX
08.2018 - 01.2021
- The position I maintained at envision home health was a caregiver
- I assisted my patient for about 4-5 hours Monday through Friday with their food, laundry, personal hygiene, providing them with medicine, and making sure their area was as clean as possible
Education
New Teacher Training
New Teacher Academy Year 1-2
Mesquite, TX05-2025
Student Teaching Reading
Reading Academy
Mesquite, TX05-2025
Bachelor's degree - General Studies With A Concentration in Education
Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX05.2023
Associate's degree - Fine Arts
Eastfield College
Mesquite, TX05.2021
High school diploma -
Mesquite High School
Mesquite, TXSkills
- Caregiving
- Flexible Schedule
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Home Care
- Cleaning Experience
- Organizational skills
- Classroom Management
- Case Management
- Curriculum Development
- Teaching
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Friendly and Outgoing
- Educational technology
- Student assessment
- Parent communication
- Critical thinking
- Professional development
- Diversity awareness
- Individualized learning plans
- Student progress assessment
- Technology integration
- Learning disabilities awareness
- Gifted education
- Professionalism
- Hands-on learning
- Parent-teacher communication
Activities
- Honors List at Prairie View A&M University (2021-2023)
- Dean's List Prairie View A&M University (2021-2023)
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude (05/31/23)
- Averaged 3.8 grade point average
- New Teacher of the Year 05/2023
- Mackey Elementary Sweetheart 02/2023
Timeline
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Mesquite ISD
08.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Guess Factory
07.2021 - 05.2022
Caregiver
Envision Healthcare
08.2018 - 01.2021
New Teacher Training
New Teacher Academy Year 1-2
Student Teaching Reading
Reading Academy
Bachelor's degree - General Studies With A Concentration in Education
Prairie View A & M University
Associate's degree - Fine Arts
Eastfield College
High school diploma -
Mesquite High School