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Alexander McCane

Alexander McCane

AP U.S. Government Teacher
Tucson

Summary

  • Highly qualified educator with over seven years experience teaching AP U.S. Government and AP World History to high school students in urban educational settings. Special talent engaging intellectually gifted students in historical curriculum and connecting subject matter to student lives and cultures. Sponsored UHS mock trial team that earned local and state recognition in academic competitions.
  • Dedicated social studies teacher offering eight-year background educating children in brain-based, nurturing and culturally diverse learning environment. Recognized for adapting teaching methods and materials to meet students varying needs and employing broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning. Encouraging and motivational professional committed to maintaining highest standards of professional integrity and reliability.
  • Productive leader with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized and efficient with maintaining student records and completing progress reports. Ready to apply managerial expertise to dynamic new position.
  • Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
  • Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level administrative position. Ready to help team achieve organizational goals.
  • Motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities eager to obtain an administrative role that provides professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, exceptional time management, and problem-solving ability. A seasoned educator with over eight years of experience, six of which have been in the nation's 27th-best high school serving highly intellectual and gifted students.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

AP U.S Government and AP World History Teacher

Tucson Unified School District - University High
Tucson, United States
07.2017 - Current
  • Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
  • Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
  • Encouraged consistent classroom attendance and managed student behavior using constructive criticism.
  • Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
  • Responsible for directing a three-month-long senior-wide Mock Election project that engaged students in culturally relevant political issues, developed innovative, collaborative teamwork, promoted public speaking skills, and organized and led the culminating debates.
  • Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
  • Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
  • Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
  • Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
  • Maintained regular verbal and written communication with school counselors and parents to update with student progress, class schedules and important test dates.
  • Attended professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in AP US Government and World History courses.
  • Planned, developed and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and Arizona's core educational standards.

AP US Government and World History Teacher

Tucson Unified School District - Sahuaro H.S.
Tucson, United States
07.2016 - 05.2017
  • Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
  • Maintained regular verbal and written communication with school counselors and parents to update with student progress, class schedules and important test dates.
  • Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
  • Provided advice and guidance to students needing morale-boosting and academic advising.
  • Communicated clear learning objectives to students on each unique chapter.
  • Participated in school district meetings and parent-teacher conferences to give insight into student progress and curriculum plans.
  • Planned, developed and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and Arizona's core educational standards.
  • Delivered prepared lesson plans using instructional materials and tools.
  • Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.

6th Grade Teacher

Sunnyside Unified School District
Tucson, AZ
07.2015 - 05.2016
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
  • Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
  • Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
  • Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
  • Increased parent satisfaction through well-organized IEP meetings and family conferences focused on improving parent-child bonding skills.
  • Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.

Bilingual Teacher

Minerva Bilingual School
Gracias, Honduras
01.2015 - 06.2015
  • Created dynamic curriculums to include all students needs and levels.
  • Participated in staff meetings to advocate for students of different backgrounds.
  • Increased students' understanding in English.
  • Instructed classes of up to 40 students on principles and strategies of math, English, social studies, and science.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
  • Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
  • Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
  • Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
  • Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Education

Hocking College
Nelsonville, OH
09.2009 - 06.2011

Bachelor of Science - Middle Childhood Education

Ohio University
Athens, OH
01.2012 - 06.2014

Master's of Education - Educational Administration

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
08.2022 - Current

Skills

Educational research

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Software

MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Teams, Project, Canvas, Windows, and Mac OS XMS

Certification

CPR/First Aid Certified

Timeline

Master's of Education - Educational Administration

Grand Canyon University
08.2022 - Current

CPR/First Aid Certified

01-2022

AP U.S Government and AP World History Teacher

Tucson Unified School District - University High
07.2017 - Current

AP US Government and World History Teacher

Tucson Unified School District - Sahuaro H.S.
07.2016 - 05.2017

6th Grade Teacher

Sunnyside Unified School District
07.2015 - 05.2016

Bilingual Teacher

Minerva Bilingual School
01.2015 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Science - Middle Childhood Education

Ohio University
01.2012 - 06.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Education

Hocking College
09.2009 - 06.2011
Alexander McCaneAP U.S. Government Teacher