Alexandria Thiessen
Plattsburg,MO
Summary
Dedicated, early childhood education professional with proven ability to ensure a school culture that encourages continuous improvements for teachers and students; develop an environment that encourages open communication with colleagues, students, families and the community. Strong educational leader seeking to use education and leadership skills to support early childhood professionals in home based setting.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Clinton County R3 School District
Plattsburg, Missouri
08.2021 - Current
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development.
- Math Leadership Team
- Developed early childhood STEM learning center for cooperative learning
High School Head Cheerleading Coach
Clinton County R3 School District
Plattsburg, Missouri
03.2020 - Current
- Prepared cheerleaders for games and competitions with rigorous practice schedule.
- Created a competitive cheerleading program in addition to school sideline team.
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
- Participated in regular training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments.
Special Instructor
Missouri First Steps
03.2016 - Current
- Developed Individualized Family Service Plans including goals and outcomes to meet child and family needs.
- Delivered early intervention services to children 0-3 years of age with developmental delays and disabilities.
- Created intervention strategies and therapies to meet goals and outcomes of IFSP.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to provide support joint support services.
- Perform diagnostic assessment and evaluations to determine service eligibility.
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Clinton County R3 School District
Plattsburg, MISSOURI
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Collaborated in the creation of Early Childhood RTI system
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Teacher Assistant
University Academy
Kansas City , Missouri
10.2011 - 05.2012
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Assisted classroom teacher to provide modifications using multiple teaching strategies for learning from diverse backgrounds.
Sergeant- Medical Logistician
United States Army Reserve
06.2002 - 06.2008
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Missouri Western State University
Saint Joseph, MO12.2011
Skills
- School Community Relations
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Curriculum Development
- Data Driven Instruction
- Family Support Focused
Certification
Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Special Education
K-12 Building Administrator
Volunteer
DISTRICT PTA PRESIDENT | CLINTON COUNTY R3 SCHOOL DISTRICT
MAY 2018- AUGUST 2020
- Presided at all meetings of the board and membership
- Prepared written agendas for all meetings
- Recruited, managed, motivated and retained volunteers to assist in programs and committees throughout the school year
- Planned and executed events and fundraising activities
- Created and maintained budget for district wide PTA accounts
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Clinton County R3 School District
08.2021 - Current
High School Head Cheerleading Coach
Clinton County R3 School District
03.2020 - Current
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Clinton County R3 School District
08.2019 - 05.2021
Special Instructor
Missouri First Steps
03.2016 - Current
Teacher Assistant
University Academy
10.2011 - 05.2012
Sergeant- Medical Logistician
United States Army Reserve
06.2002 - 06.2008
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Northwest Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Missouri Western State University
Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Special Education
K-12 Building Administrator
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