Alexandra Krause
Milton,DE
Summary
Attentive and adaptable Teacher skilled in management of classroom operations. Effective in leveraging student feedback to create dynamic lesson plans that address individual strengths and weaknesses. Dedicated and motivated to encourage student growth through carefully monitored academic progress. Energetic Academic professional driven to promote student learning outcomes through engaging curriculum and innovative teaching techniques. Well-versed in coordinating in-class instruction, activities and exams to reinforce core concepts and gauge student comprehension. Attentive to individual student requirements with expertise in adapting to varied learning modalities.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Seaford School District
Seaford, DE
08.1992 - 01.2002
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Prepared and administered formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Organized field trips to reinforce classroom learning objectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to ensure a positive school environment.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Provided individualized instruction in small groups or one-on-one settings.
- Maintained accurate records of students' academic performance and behavior.
- Promoted creative thinking skills through project based activities.
- Managed classroom materials including textbooks, supplies, and equipment.
- Fostered social development through cooperative learning activities and games.
- Implemented behavior management techniques when addressing challenging behaviors.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by establishing clear expectations for student conduct.
- Assisted with administrative tasks such as grading papers and updating attendance records.
- Adapted curriculum content to meet individual student needs.
- Employed effective communication skills when working with parents, faculty, administrators, and community members.
- Incorporated best practices in teaching methods while planning instruction.
- Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
- Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement.
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Cultivated and developed inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, families and staff.
- Pursued positive methods to correct student behavior, delivering constructive feedback upon improvement.
Science Curriculum Specialist
Woodbridge School District
Bridgeville, DE
01.2001 - 06.2022
- Prepared presentations on new curricula or instructional strategies for district leadership teams.
- Drafted reports that document results of program evaluations as required by funding sources.
- Served as a liaison between central office personnel and building administrators concerning curriculum matters.
- Maintained an inventory of current textbooks, software titles, library collections., used in the district.
- Defined and articulated learning outcomes, measurements, performance metrics and changes to improve student learning.
- Worked with school administrators to determine course needs and set frameworks.
- Offered subject matter expertise on curriculum design, selection and purchasing.
- Developed, deployed and maintained robust training programs accomplishing department and facility goals.
- Negotiated contracts, prices and deliveries with vendors.
- Met with vendors to check available curriculum plans and related materials supporting course objectives.
- Demonstrated knowledge of varied learning modalities.
- Utilized knowledge of industry best practices to improve upon existing training methods.
- Implemented employee training programs to improve performance and productivity.
- Built and updated evaluation and survey tools to monitor and improve effectiveness of courses.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD12.1997
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD12.1991
Skills
- Multimedia Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Student Records Management
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Science Curriculum Specialist
Woodbridge School District
01.2001 - 06.2022
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Seaford School District
08.1992 - 01.2002
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Salisbury University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Salisbury University
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