Alexis Garza
New Braunfels
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Comal ISD
08.2023 - Current
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Taught core subjects of Math, Science, English Language Arts, and History.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten and First Grade
Texas State University
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
Special Needs Babysitter
Self Employed
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Communicated well both verbally and in writing with clients, guardians, and medical professionals.
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
SCUCISD
08.2014 - 02.2017
- Helped classroom teachers achieve instructional objectives.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Provided mobility and personal care support to students with physical limitations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Texas State University
05-2023
Skills
- Individualized learning plans
- Student engagement
- Data-driven instruction
- Project-based learning
- Social-emotional learning
- Literacy development
- Peer mentoring
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
- Behavioral management
- Team collaboration
- Differentiated instruction
Awards
Recipient of the "Teacher on the Rise Award" for the spring semester at Oak Creek Elementary.
Certification
Texas Education Certifications
- Core Subjects with STR Grades (EC-6)
-English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (EC-6)
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Comal ISD
08.2023 - Current
Student Teacher, Kindergarten and First Grade
Texas State University
08.2022 - 05.2023
Special Needs Babysitter
Self Employed
08.2018 - 06.2020
Special Education Teacher Assistant
SCUCISD
08.2014 - 02.2017
Texas Education Certifications
- Core Subjects with STR Grades (EC-6)
-English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (EC-6)
Bachelor of Science - Education
Texas State University
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