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Alexander Ahlgren

Ellensburg

Summary

Accomplished educator with a track record of fostering student engagement and enhancing learning outcomes. Adept in bilingual instruction and curriculum development, with an emphasis on creating inclusive learning environments. Recognized for mentoring new teachers and pioneering educational trips to Washington D.C, as well as consistently demonstrating exceptional leadership, organization and communication skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle and High School Teacher

Thorp School District
08.2018 - Current
  • Taught secondary courses in social studies, Spanish and English
  • Served as a member of the Instructional Leadership Committee
  • Served as Social Studies Department Chair
  • Advised the Middle School Student Council
  • Served as member of the Bilingual Education Committee
  • Lead curriculum adoption for social studies
  • Coordinated a trip to Washington D.C.


Substitute Teacher, K-12

Hermiston School District
Hermiston, Oregon
09.2015 - 06.2018
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.

Education

Master of Arts - History

Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA
09-2025

Master of Arts - Masters in Social Studies Education

Western Governors University Washington
05.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science: Political Economy (option)

University of Washington
06.2015

Skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Event planning and community organizing
  • Speech writing for school public events
  • Effective organizational skills
  • Proficiency in English, Finnish and Spanish
  • Freelance translating
  • Grant writing
  • Piano accompaniment
  • Mentoring new teachers

Timeline

Middle and High School Teacher

Thorp School District
08.2018 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Hermiston School District
09.2015 - 06.2018

Master of Arts - Masters in Social Studies Education

Western Governors University Washington

Master of Arts - History

Eastern Washington University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science: Political Economy (option)

University of Washington
Alexander Ahlgren