Alexandra Tice
Newport
Summary
Experienced early childhood educator with strong focus on creating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. I am skilled in curriculum design, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. I have been a proactive and caring worker with 6 years of experience in Early Childhood and Elementary Education combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. I skillfully handle day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference for adaptability, teamwork, and achieving desired educational outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Ossies Surf Shop
08.2023 - Current
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Preschool Teacher
ABC Educational Center
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
Bilingual Tutor
LCSD
09.2018 - 04.2022
- Increased student confidence in their bilingual abilities through positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Tailored lesson plans to individual student needs, resulting in improved language proficiency for each learner.
- Assisted in the development of curriculum materials designed specifically for bilingual learners, ensuring content was both comprehensive and accessible.
Bilingual Tutor 21st century After School Program
LCSD
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Supported classroom language instruction for newcomers and bilingual students as directed by certified teacher.
- Increased student confidence in their bilingual abilities through positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Served as an advocate for bilingual learners within the broader school community, highlighting their unique needs and contributions.
- Developed strong relationships with students'' families, helping to facilitate communication between home and school environments.
Bilingual Organizer (H.E.L.P program)
LCSD
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Demonstrated exceptional time management skills while working on multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality or deadlines.
- Maintained clear communication channels between all parties involved (Families/Children/Staff) in any kind of social-school event planning process, ensuring timely updates and issue resolution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies
Western Oregon University
06-2024
Early Childhood Education Associate Degree -
Oregon Coast Community College
06.2019
High School Diploma -
Newport High School
06.2018
Skills
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Customer service
- Tech savvy
- Collaborative and Team-oriented
- Child CPR and first aid
- Elementary Education
- Certified in Early Childhood Education
- Classroom management/organization
- Tutoring expertise
- Group and individual instruction
- Afterschool program leadership
- Parent-teacher communication
Communityserviceactivities
- Leader for Three Square Organization Teen Group, Packing food, making food, cleaning facility, advertising organization, organizing food events (2014-2017)
- Boys and Girls Club Teen Group Leader (2015-2017)
Certification
- SocialEmotional Learning (SEL) Training Certification– Various providers focusing on emotional intelligence and social skills training for young learners.
- Infant/Toddler Care Credential – Zero to Three or other recognized institutions.
- Food Handler's Permit/License – Local Health Departments.
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Preschool Curriculum & Assessment Credential– Offered by professional development organizations focusing on curriculum development and assessment strategies.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Associate
Ossies Surf Shop
08.2023 - Current
Preschool Teacher
ABC Educational Center
05.2022 - 12.2022
Bilingual Tutor 21st century After School Program
LCSD
02.2020 - 03.2020
Bilingual Organizer (H.E.L.P program)
LCSD
01.2019 - 06.2019
Bilingual Tutor
LCSD
09.2018 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies
Western Oregon University
Early Childhood Education Associate Degree -
Oregon Coast Community College
High School Diploma -
Newport High School