Alexa Holl
Rocky River,OH
Summary
Dedicated and certified English teacher with extensive experience in both native and second-language instruction. Skilled in creating innovative, inclusive lesson plans and tailoring instruction to diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Passionate about fostering global communication and helping students achieve academic success. Strengths include ability to facilitate clear communication between diverse cultural backgrounds, foster an engaging learning environment, and adapt teaching methods to individual student needs. Previous work has contributed to significant improvement in students' English proficiency levels.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English and ESL Teacher
Valley Forge High School
Parma, OH
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Designed and delivered dynamic ESL lessons for newcomer, beginner, and intermediate levels
- Incorporated real-world scenarios and multimedia tools to enhance student engagement and comprehension
- Supported students and families in transitioning to English-speaking environments
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to align ESL instruction with the broader curriculum
English Teacher (Grade 9), Mythology, and Creative Writing
Valley Forge High School
Parma, OH
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed lesson plans aligned with and exceeding Common Core standards
- Modified curriculum to accommodate special education students and English learners based on IEPs, 504s, and OELP standards
- Built strong relationships with students and families from diverse cultural backgrounds, enhancing engagement and classroom collaboration
English Teacher Intern and Substitute Teacher
Lee High School
Wyoming, MI
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Designed and implemented units for 12th Grade English, 11th Grade English, and Senior Capstone courses
- Tailored instruction to meet the needs of ESL students and those with special education requirements using WIDA standards
- Acted as a substitute teacher weekly to strengthen classroom management and instructional skills
After-School Literacy Club Coordinator
Macdonald Middle School
East Lansing, MI
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Led extracurricular literacy sessions, focusing on writing, creativity, and collaboration
- Guided students in creating a cookbook project to deepen their understanding of narrative structure and literacy skills
Education
Teacher Certification Program -
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - English and Arabic, Secondary English Education, Teaching English as a Second Language, Spanish
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI08.2021
Skills
- Proficient in designing differentiated instruction
- Skilled in classroom technology integration
- Strong collaboration with multicultural families
- Experienced in preparing students for standardized assessments
- Testing and grading
- Creative learning strategies
- Reading comprehension expertise
- Certified ESL instructor
Websites
Certification
Michigan Secondary Standard Certificate (6-12 English; 6-12 Teaching English as a Second Language)
Ohio Secondary Standard Certificate (6-12 English; 6-12 Teaching English as a Second Language)
Additional Information
Study Abroad: Attended classes in Berlin, Dresden, and Munich, Germany, through Michigan State University., Study Abroad: Completed Arabic courses at The Jordan Language Academy, Amman, Jordan.
Languages
- English, Native
- Spanish, Intermediate (B1)
- Arabic, Basic
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Arabic
Limited
Timeline
English and ESL Teacher
Valley Forge High School
08.2023 - 06.2025
English Teacher (Grade 9), Mythology, and Creative Writing
Valley Forge High School
08.2022 - 06.2023
After-School Literacy Club Coordinator
Macdonald Middle School
10.2021 - 12.2021
English Teacher Intern and Substitute Teacher
Lee High School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Michigan Secondary Standard Certificate (6-12 English; 6-12 Teaching English as a Second Language)
Ohio Secondary Standard Certificate (6-12 English; 6-12 Teaching English as a Second Language)
Teacher Certification Program -
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts - English and Arabic, Secondary English Education, Teaching English as a Second Language, Spanish
Michigan State University
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