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Education
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Alexis Cooks

Montgomery

Summary

Hardworking and dependable individual with a strong ability in leadership and commitment. Offering confidence, perseverance, and communication. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentally. An education professional committed to fostering stimulating and supportive learning environment. Proven ability to develop tailored lesson plans that cater to varied learning styles and enhance student understanding. Collaborative team player focused on achieving academic success and adapting to evolving educational demands with reliability and flexibility. Skilled in classroom management and student assessment, with personable and patient demeanor that encourages student growth.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

5th Grade Teacher

E.D. Nixon Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
  • Taught a classroom of 20-25 students.
  • Built and executed on lesson plans ranging in all subject areas.
  • Accommodated various learning styles among students.
  • Implemented a structured daily routine, including morning meetings and transition signals, to establish a positive classroom atmosphere and maximize instructional time.
  • Designed and implemented engaging, hands-on lessons in math aligned with state standards, incorporating real-world applications to enhance student understanding.
  • Conducted regular one-on-one conferences with students to set academic goals, monitor progress, and provide personalized feedback on assignments.
  • Collaborated with elementary teachers to collaborate on ways to improve students' learning.
  • 5th Grade Level Chair at E.D. Nixon Elementary School: August 2022-2025
  • Recognized as Teacher of the Year at E.D. Nixon Elementary School 2022-2023 school year.
  • Taught summer school and after school learning.

Student Event Team Member

Auburn University at Montgomery
10.2018 - 01.2022
  • Organized materials, cleaned facilities, and set up equipment to prepare for events.
  • Displayed event signs and posters to advertise upcoming events.
  • Set up and packed up event equipment, leaving the area clean and tidy.
  • Encourage students to step out of their comfort zones and join new clubs and organizations.
  • Set up a booth for information and activities at campus events and independently at strategic locations to distribute informative materials and process new enrollments.
  • Performed post-event tasks such as breaking down areas, removing trash, and cleaning facilities.

Host/Trainer

Baumhower’s Victory Grille
05.2015 - 01.2022
  • Assessed customer needs and responded to questions.
  • Cleaned and straightened work area.
  • Organized register supplies.
  • Collaborated with customer service to resolve issues.
  • Operated cash register with ability.
  • Always provided professional and courteous service.
  • Trained new coworkers.
  • Worked overtime shifts during busy periods.

Orientation Leader

Auburn University At Montgomery
10.2017 - 04.2021
  • Mentored students on successful strategies for integrating into college life.
  • Planned and led community activities and events to promote bonding.
  • Educated students on the culture of the institution, safety practices and ways to resolve conflicts to promote self-reliance.
  • Promoted interaction among groups of new students by helping with small group discussions on college transition-related concerns.
  • Supported registration processes with technical aid and troubleshooting.
  • Guided campus tours with as many as twenty-five students and families.

Education

Masters - Elementary Education

Auburn University at Montgomery
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Auburn University at Montgomery
05.2022

Advanced Diploma - Honors

Opelika High School
05.2015

Skills

  • Student engagement
  • Collaborative learning/teamwork
  • Teaching mathematics
  • Growth mindset
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Elementary education
  • Leadership skills
  • Professionalism
  • Communication skills

Accomplishments

  • 4th and 5th Grade: 1st place in Multiplication Around the World Tournament
  • Opelika High School: National Honor Society
  • Dean’s List of Fall 2016-2017 at Southern Union State Community
  • Mu Alpha Theta Society at Southern Union State Community College: Spring 2016-2017
  • Phi Theta Kappa Society at Southern Union State Community College: Spring 2016-2017
  • National Honor Society of Leadership and Success at Auburn University of Montgomery: Spring 2018
  • Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education at Auburn University in Montgomery: Spring 2021
  • AMSTI-Certified Teacher in Math Foundational (K-5): April 2025
  • AMSTI-Certified Teacher in Number Talks (K-5): May 2025

Pre-Service Teacher (Observation Hours)

Sidney Lanier High School (1756 South Court Street-Montgomery)

  • 65 hours
  • Observation-Shadowing
  • Classroom teaching

Holtville High School (10425 Holtville Road-Deatsville)

  • 21 hours

Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School (4405 Brewbaker Drive-Montgomery)

  • 30 hours

Park Crossing High School (8000 Park Crossing-Montgomery)

  • 20 hours
  • Observation -Shadowing

E.D. Nixon Elementary School (1000 Edgar D Nixon Avenue)

  • 115 hours
  • Planning for Instruction
  • Observation-Shadowing
  • Classroom Teaching

Halcyon Elementary School (1501 Parkview Drive South)

  • 10 hours
  • Classroom Teaching
  • Planning for Instruction
  • Planning for Instruction

Timeline

5th Grade Teacher

E.D. Nixon Elementary School
08.2022 - Current

Student Event Team Member

Auburn University at Montgomery
10.2018 - 01.2022

Orientation Leader

Auburn University At Montgomery
10.2017 - 04.2021

Host/Trainer

Baumhower’s Victory Grille
05.2015 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Auburn University at Montgomery

Advanced Diploma - Honors

Opelika High School

Masters - Elementary Education

Auburn University at Montgomery

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