Alexandra Begg
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Capistrano Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing a variety of teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Second Grade Teacher
Paradise Valley Unified School District
07.2019 - 05.2023
- Plan and create lessons for 2nd grade students in all subject areas
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Student Teacher
Flowing Wells
01.2019 - 05.2019
District Substitute Teacher
Flowing Wells School District
08.2018 - 05.2019
STEM Tutor/mentor
AmeriCorps
01.2018 - 05.2019
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
Tucson05.2019
Associates of Arts - Elementary Education
SCOTTSDALE COMMMUNITY COLLEGE
Scottsdale, AZ05.2017
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Instructional Strategies
- Professional Development
- Team Collaboration
- Microsoft Office and Smart Notebook proficient
- Small Group Leadership
- Organizational Skills
- Active Participation
Additional School Roles
TITLE 1 COORDINATOR
- Worked as the Title 1 Coordinator at Whispering Wind for 3 years.
- Managed Title 1 budget
- Held After the Bell tutoring through Title funds.
- Coordinated Family Reading and Math Nights
- Wrote paperwork for products and systems purchased by Title funds
- Met with Leadership team to write School Plans yearly.
TITLE 1 Summer School TOA
- Coordinated and ran summer school at Whispering Wind for two weeks. Sent out invites, communicated with parents, set up teacher and daily schedules.
LEADERSHIP
- Worked as the Second Grade Team Lead for two years. Met with leadership team monthly to address focus points and discuss implementations of different programs and curriculum.
Clubs
- Yearbook Club
- Coding Class
- Social Committee
Additional Information
- Certification: - Fingerprint Clearance Card, Arizona Teaching Certificate, California Teaching Certificate
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Capistrano Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
Paradise Valley Unified School District
07.2019 - 05.2023
Student Teacher
Flowing Wells
01.2019 - 05.2019
District Substitute Teacher
Flowing Wells School District
08.2018 - 05.2019
STEM Tutor/mentor
AmeriCorps
01.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
Associates of Arts - Elementary Education
SCOTTSDALE COMMMUNITY COLLEGE