Alexis Bounds
Mesquite,TX
Summary
Accomplished 2nd grade Teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Garland Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
- Facilitated students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing academic and behavioral guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Long Term Substitute Teacher, Kindergarten
Garland ISD
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Created lesson plans from second week of substituting till end of school year.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Developed and implemented individualized educational plans for special needs children.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
Student Teacher
Wylie ISD
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Successfully taught and provided school structure for children ranging from four to six years of age.
- I was able to collaborate with my mentor teacher on lesson plans for the class.
- To which in a month I was granted full control of my mentors class in applying my teaching style.
Expeditor
Taco Casa
03.2015 - 07.2021
- Successfully assisted the managers with managing five to eleven employees while catering to customers and their needs.
- While also being responsible for cooking, prepping food, and cleaning while maintaining excellent customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Commerce, Interdisciplinary
Texas A&M University
12.2021
High School Diploma -
Forney High School
05.2017
Skills
- Lesson Plan Development
- Classroom Oversight
- Safety Procedures
- Modern Teaching Methods
- Behavioral Modeling
- Self-Contained Classrooms
Additional Information
Honors and Awards ,
- Texas A&M University-Commerce Presidents List for 4.0 GPA - Spring semester 2021 - Fall semester 2021
- Texas A&M University-Commerce Deans List for 3.5 GPA or higher award - Spring semester 2019 - Fall semester 2020
Certification
- Core Subjects with STR Grades (EC-6) Certification
- English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (EC-6) Certification
- Gifted and Talented Certification (Self Contained)
- TELPAS Trained
Timeline
Teacher
Garland Independent School District
08.2022 - Current
Long Term Substitute Teacher, Kindergarten
Garland ISD
03.2022 - 06.2023
Student Teacher
Wylie ISD
01.2021 - 12.2021
Expeditor
Taco Casa
03.2015 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Commerce, Interdisciplinary
Texas A&M University
High School Diploma -
Forney High School
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