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Alexa Tillie

Totowa,NJ

Summary

Experienced elementary educator with five years of valuable experience. Skilled in creating engaging, inclusive classrooms, fostering academic growth, and building positive relationships. Expertise in curriculum development, classroom management, and adapting to diverse learning needs. Committed to ongoing professional development and passionate about delivering high-quality education. Ready to contribute valuable skills to an inspiring teaching role.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kindergarten and 3rd Grade Teacher

Memorial School Elementary
09.2019 - Current
  • Developed lessons that adapted to each learner as well as curriculum using Multiple Intelligence Theory
  • Teach Mathematics using GOMATH Mathematics Curriculum, routines, strategies, manipulatives and games
  • Used higher level thinking questions to stimulate curiosity and determine depth of knowledge
  • Fostered positive relationships amongst faculty, students, and parents
  • Provided instruction using Language Arts Literacy MYVIEW Program
  • Participate in team-building activities
  • Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development.
  • Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.

Tutor

Child Care Provider
09.2010 - Current
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Responsible and care for children of various ages
  • Individual children in all 4 subject areas
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.

Head Counselor

Totowa PAL Summer Camp
06.2011 - 06.2020
  • Oversaw and managed groups of 15 or more children
  • Worked with groups ages 10-14
  • Developed activities/games promoting respect and teamwork
  • Facilitate safe environment
  • Plan and implement rules/ instruction for other counselors.
  • Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
  • Encouraged and promoted inclusion and diversity to foster positive and respectful camp environment and teach campers to appreciate and value differences.

Student Aide

Passaic Valley High School
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Developed and modified lesson plans to reach students' IEP needs
  • Collaborated with colleagues to better daily instructional techniques
  • Attended various workshops to grow professionally and academically
  • Implemented new math and science series using center based instruction to reach different learners
  • Participated in school communities and family involvement activities
  • Worked closely with Child Study Team and parent to ensure student success
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.

Volunteer

Habitat for Humanity
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Fundraising for Bulimia and Anorexia Nervosa Disorder
  • Fundraising for Cystic Fibrosis
  • Assisted with special events and programs
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Provided administrative support to department leads to help organize events and fundraisers.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Family And Child Studies, School Settings

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
05.2017

Skills

  • Smart Board Technology
  • Microsoft Office: Word and PowerPoint, Excel
  • Student Growth Objectives (SGOs)
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Lesson Planning and Preparation
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Organizational skills

Additional Information

  • Certified Teacher K-6

Certification

  • Dean’s List, Delta Phi Epsilon, Alpha Eta Chapter Montclair State, Vice President of Programming, Student Government Legislator

Timeline

Kindergarten and 3rd Grade Teacher

Memorial School Elementary
09.2019 - Current

Student Aide

Passaic Valley High School
09.2017 - 06.2018

Volunteer

Habitat for Humanity
01.2013 - 01.2014

Head Counselor

Totowa PAL Summer Camp
06.2011 - 06.2020

Tutor

Child Care Provider
09.2010 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Family And Child Studies, School Settings

Montclair State University

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