Alexandra Brown
Wake Forest,NC
Summary
Industrious and caring educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Educator with over 25 years of experience in special education instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cogntive Trainer
My Brilliant Mind LLC
2021.01 - Current
- Building strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and open communication during training sessions.
- Address individual learning styles by adapting exercises and providing a variety of engaging activities for optimal results.
- Implement research-based strategies to enhance memory retention, processing speed, attention span, and problem-solving abilities in clients.
Homeschool Teacher
Self-employeed
2003.08 - Current
- Taught large group writing, history, and science classes on a yearly basis.
- Managed homeschool schedules effectively, balancing extracurricular activities with academic requirements for well-rounded development.
- Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
- Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
- Taught large group writing, history, and science classes on a yearly basis.
Tutor, Special Needs Students
Self
1998.01 - 2003.07
- Enhanced learning experiences for special needs students by implementing individualized education plans tailored to their unique requirements.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for students struggling in specific subject areas, resulting in improved academic performance and overall confidence.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
1993.08 - 1998.06
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a sense of trust and mutual respect
Lead Special Education Teacher
Eagleton School, Inc.
1989.06 - 1993.06
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Evaluated students' progress regularly using formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
American International College
Springfield, MA05.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA12.1988
Skills
- Adaptive Learning
- Behavior Modification
- Auditory Processing
- Executive Functioning
- Processing Speed
- Visual Processing
- Attention Training
- Brain Fitness
- Working Memory
Certification
NC Cross Categorical (K-12)
NC Elementary Education (K-6)
NC Behaviorally and Emotionally Disabled (K-12)
NC Learning Disabled (K-12)
Equipping Minds Cognitive Training Certifications; Levels 1,2,3
Timeline
Cogntive Trainer
My Brilliant Mind LLC
2021.01 - Current
Homeschool Teacher
Self-employeed
2003.08 - Current
Tutor, Special Needs Students
Self
1998.01 - 2003.07
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
1993.08 - 1998.06
Lead Special Education Teacher
Eagleton School, Inc.
1989.06 - 1993.06
Master of Arts - Education
American International College
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
University of Massachusetts Amherst
NC Cross Categorical (K-12)
NC Elementary Education (K-6)
NC Behaviorally and Emotionally Disabled (K-12)
NC Learning Disabled (K-12)
Equipping Minds Cognitive Training Certifications; Levels 1,2,3
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