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Work History
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Alexander Gillis

World History Teacher | Offensives Line Coach
Rockwall,TX

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, social and learning skills.


Spirited Coach committed to inspiring personal drive and self-confidence through motivational training and skills development. Employs example-based instruction style to build trust as hands-on leader and guarantee safety of activities. Believes in open, constructive communication between staff and team to set clear goals and build vision of excellence.


Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

World History Teacher | Coach

Wylie ISD
01.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with teachers and Admin to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and multimedia presentations into the curriculum.
  • Actively participate in "Model PLC district"
  • Spearheaded off-season training programs focusing on skill development while maintaining physical conditioning levels.
  • Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
  • Multiple Sport Coach

Football, Track and Wrestling.

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Canton ISD
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Employee of the Month November-December 2021
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Established open lines of communication with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and address any concerns.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Idea Public Schools

Kokua Education
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Substitute Teacher
  • Mentored new substitute teachers, sharing best practices for effective classroom management and instructional techniques.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based teaching strategies for continuous improvement in practice.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Alternate Judge

El Paso County Elections
  • Supervised Early voting process

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History | Education

Sul Ross State University
Alpine, TX
05.2001 -

Skills

    Media Relations

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Certification

Certified Teacher - 4-8 Composite SS | 7-12 Composite SS

Timeline

World History Teacher | Coach

Wylie ISD
01.2022 - Current

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Canton ISD
01.2020 - 01.2022

Idea Public Schools

Kokua Education
01.2018 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - History | Education

Sul Ross State University
05.2001 -

Alternate Judge

El Paso County Elections

Certified Teacher - 4-8 Composite SS | 7-12 Composite SS

Alexander GillisWorld History Teacher | Offensives Line Coach