Alexis Hillenbrand
Encinitas,CA
Summary
Seeking a doctorate degree to advance my impact as a literacy and educational instructional leader who enhances equity for Multilingual Learners and marginalized students.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Multilingual Learner Program Site Lead Teacher
Diegueno Middle School
08.2017 - Current
- Lead the development, planning, and improvement of the Multilingual Learner program
- Support the implementation of district's Master Plan for Multilingual Learners
- Develop, promote, and facilitate English Learner Advisory Committee meetings to support school and community relationships
- Utilize data to create systems of support and make programmatic decisions
- Monitor, mentor, and support Multilingual Learners and Reclassified Fluent English Proficient students
- Plan, coordinate, and prepare students for the English Language Proficiency Assessment for California (ELPAC)
- Engage in ongoing Professional Development focused on literacy, equity, justice, and diversity that is rooted in Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy
7th Grade English Teacher/Department Chair
Magnolia Science Academy San Diego
08.2011 - 12.2013
- Lead weekly professional development meetings to share research and data as it related to student needs and closing opportunity gaps
- Trained other departments in content area literacy strategies
- Raised student test scores to over 80% proficient or advanced
- Provided support and leadership for English Department
- Created and facilitated cross-curricular lessons and activities
- Mentored new teachers in BTSA program to ensure teacher support and retention
Education
Master of Science in Literacy and Reading Education -
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05.2016
Single Subject Teaching Credential -
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2010
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts -
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA12.2002
Skills
- Clear Single Subject English Teaching Credential
- Reading and Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential
- Reading Certificate
Teaching Experience
English, ELD & Drama Teacher , 08/2015 - Current
Diegueno Middle School -Encinitas, CA
- Facilitate learning for 7th and 8th Grade English and drama students using student-centered lessons and activities
- Focus on developing students' literacy skills across content areas
- Incorporate ML strategies, differentiated instruction & Special Education modifications and provide reading and writing interventions for struggling students
- Work cohesively with the English team to develop a rigorous curriculum and common assessments
7th Grade English Teacher , 08/2014 - 06/2015
Oak Crest Middle School -Encinitas, CA
- Spearheaded and designed an organizational intervention course for students struggling in core academic classes
- Advanced differentiated instruction and utilized multimodal approaches to learning
- Created engaging lessons and activities that are CCSS-aligned
- Fostered positive teacher, parent, and student relationships
English/Theatre/AVID Long-Term Substitute , 10/2010 - 06/2011
Crawford Educational Complex- School of CHAMPs -San Diego, CA
- Utilized SDAIE strategies to work with a high population of Multilingual Learners
- Instituted positive classroom management techniques
- Developed a curriculum that expanded students' knowledge of the arts
- Collaborated with other teachers to implement culturally sustaining interdisciplinary studies
Business Leadership
Bobbi Brown Cosmetics Business Manager, 10/2005-08/2009
Nordstrom San Diego
- Managed and supervised a million-dollar account to reach sales goals
- Trained new employees on the company's procedures, policies, and products
- Planned and executed large events and promotions
- Created exceptional customer service experiences
Origins Cosmetics Store Manager, 08/2004-10/2005
San Diego
- Managed all aspects of store operations, including staffing, scheduling, inventory management, and financial performance
- Lead and motivated a team of sales associates to achieve and exceed sales goals
Timeline
Multilingual Learner Program Site Lead Teacher
Diegueno Middle School
08.2017 - Current
7th Grade English Teacher/Department Chair
Magnolia Science Academy San Diego
08.2011 - 12.2013
Master of Science in Literacy and Reading Education -
California State University, Fullerton
Single Subject Teaching Credential -
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts -
California State University, Chico