Alesha Pisciotta
Lenexa,KS
Summary
Highly accomplished educator with 8 years of diverse teaching experience across various settings, possessing Master's degrees in Linguistics and Education. Eager to transition into a dynamic career in foreign language curriculum design, leveraging deep expertise in language acquisition and linguistic principles. With a solid foundation in pedagogy, a creative approach to teaching, and a passion for innovation, I am poised to develop forward-thinking foreign language curriculum solutions that inspire students and foster language proficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Spanish Teacher
Academie Lafayette
08.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive Spanish curriculum for middle school students, aligning with state standards and ACTFL proficiency guidelines.
- Created engaging and culturally relevant lesson plans to foster language acquisition, incorporating multimedia resources, interactive activities, and real-world scenarios.
Spanish Teacher, Secondary
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
French Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Kansas
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Worked with teachers in evaluating student progress, needs and gains.
- Developed and graded exams and assessments to evaluate student learning and provide feedback on performance.
Client Service Representative
Rockhill Pet Clinic
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
- Utilized active listening skills to identify customer needs and provide appropriate solutions.
- Maintained and managed customer files and databases.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Pitt State University
Kansas City, MO05.2024
Master of Science - Linguistics
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.2021
Bachelor of Arts in Romance Language -
Truman State University
05.2015
Skills
- Curriculum Design
- Spanish Instruction
- French Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Student Records Management
- Progress Reporting
- Student Needs Assessment
- Curriculum Development
Timeline
Middle School Spanish Teacher
Academie Lafayette
08.2022 - Current
Spanish Teacher, Secondary
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools
08.2021 - 08.2022
French Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Kansas
08.2019 - 05.2021
Client Service Representative
Rockhill Pet Clinic
06.2018 - 08.2019
Master of Arts - Education
Pitt State University
Master of Science - Linguistics
University of Kansas
Bachelor of Arts in Romance Language -
Truman State University