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Alexis Gerdes

Sioux Falls,SD

Summary

Driven and inspired teaching ability Superior organizational and interpersonal skills Ability to achieve outcomes that align with the school districts mission Proven ability to relate with students and parents Licensed in South Dakota

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

5th Grade Teacher

Webster Area Schools
08.2020 - 05.2024
  • Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
  • Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom.
  • Cultivated critical thinking skills among students by challenging them with complex problem-solving tasks and thought-provoking discussions.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and setting clear expectations for behavior.
  • Promoted literacy skills through guided reading sessions, literature circles, and writing workshops.
  • Encouraged parental involvement in student learning through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods, including visual aids, group activities, and hands-on experiences.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.

6th Grade Teacher

Summit School District
08.2018 - 05.2020
  • Teach 6th grade with an average of 16 students
  • Maintain consistent and well thought out classroom management plans
  • Implemented the use of technological resources within the classroom to allow students to become better self-learners
  • Collaborate with staff members in developing school activities and joint lessons that result in improved student learning
  • Establish an open-door policy, improving communication and trust with students and parents
  • Provide one-on-one tutoring support in all content areas
  • Integrate higher order thinking skill activities in everyday math and literacy assignments
  • Increased student test scores on NWEA test
  • Piloted the GO MATH! 6th Grade Common Core curriculum

4th Grade Teacher

Enemy Swim Day School
08.2016 - 05.2018
  • Taught 4th grade with an average of 25 students per class
  • Increased student test scores in AIMS Web and NWEA
  • Piloted the Engage New York Grade 4 English Language Arts curriculum
  • Creative and innovative lesson plans to engage students in active learning
  • Maintained consistent and well thought out classroom management plans
  • Provided after school tutoring support in the form of literacy clinics
  • Designed individualized lesson plans for students with learning difficulties and gifted learners
  • Achieved the 2017 End of the Year award for the most growth of a class in math on the NWEA test

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Buena Vista University
05.2016

Elementary Student Teaching -

Rock Valley Elementary
05.2016

Elementary Student Teaching -

Seton Catholic Elementary
03.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Mount Marty College
08.2012

Skills

  • Student engagement
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Collaborative learning
  • Science instruction
  • Teaching mathematics
  • Assessment strategies
  • Social studies education
  • Growth mindset
  • Special needs support
  • Classroom management
  • Team collaboration
  • Lesson planning
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Elementary education
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Relationship building
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Individualized learning
  • Project-based learning
  • Interactive learning
  • Critical thinking
  • Behavioral management
  • Parental communication
  • Safe, positive learning environment
  • Teacher collaboration
  • Goal setting
  • Common core standards
  • Behavior management
  • State teaching certification
  • Student-centered learning
  • Class management
  • Distance learning
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Excellent communication
  • Effective communication
  • Parent-teacher collaboration

Professional Licenses

  • Iowa Teaching License
  • South Dakota Teaching License

Student Teaching Experience

  • Rock Valley Elementary, Elementary Student Teaching (Kindergarten), 03/01/16 - 05/01/16
  • Seton Catholic Elementary, Elementary Student Teaching (3rd-5th grade math), 01/01/16 - 03/01/16

Timeline

5th Grade Teacher

Webster Area Schools
08.2020 - 05.2024

6th Grade Teacher

Summit School District
08.2018 - 05.2020

4th Grade Teacher

Enemy Swim Day School
08.2016 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Buena Vista University

Elementary Student Teaching -

Rock Valley Elementary

Elementary Student Teaching -

Seton Catholic Elementary

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Mount Marty College

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