Alexis Kaner
Fishers,IN
Summary
Organized and detail-oriented individual with proven ability to effectively manage and motivate student learning. Collaborates with fellow professionals to promote stimulating learning environment. Offers strong organizational and student engagement skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Cumberland Road Elementary
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Increased students'' critical thinking skills through implementation of group projects and problem-solving exercises.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adjusting lesson plans as needed to address areas of struggle or mastery.
- Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
- Enthusiastically welcomed students to school each day, while recording attendance and lunch orders on Skyward.
- Utilized IXL Learning Platform to promote individualized student learning to achieve growth in both Mathematics and Language Arts.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Junior High Dance Coach
Hamilton Southeastern Schools
03.2023 - Current
- Enhanced team performance by implementing innovative dance techniques and strategies.
- Increased student confidence through personalized coaching and constructive feedback.
- Organized successful dance competitions, fostering a competitive spirit among dancers.
- Improved overall group dynamics with effective communication and collaboration exercises.
- Conducted regular progress evaluations, ensuring continuous improvement and goal achievement for 15 dancers.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Hamilton Southeastern School District
01.2021 - Current
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide creative and fun learning environment.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing a variety of teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
Waitress
Brothers Bar And Grill
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Dance Instructor
DeVeaus School Of Gymnastics
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Encouraged student feedback to allow for active consideration of student views and to make any necessary lesson plan adjustments.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Communicated with students and parents in person, via email, and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions.
Summer Camp Counselor
Conner Prairie
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social and emotional growth.
Before and After School Care Assistant
Lexington School
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Cared for children ages 5 to 14 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
- Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Kept areas clean, organized and stocked, and sanitized surfaces and toys each day.
Waitress
Aurelios Pizza
06.2017 - 12.2019
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05.2024
High School Diploma -
Hamilton Southeastern High School
Fishers, IN06.2019
Skills
- Organization and Planning
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Composure and Emotional Control
- Active Participation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Facility Operations
- Group Supervision
- Confidence Building
- Customer and Service-Oriented
- Safety Procedures
- Behavior Management
Certification
- First Aid and CPR, American Red Cross Association
- Naloxone Certified
Timeline
Student Teacher
Cumberland Road Elementary
01.2024 - Current
Junior High Dance Coach
Hamilton Southeastern Schools
03.2023 - Current
Dance Instructor
DeVeaus School Of Gymnastics
05.2022 - 08.2022
Waitress
Brothers Bar And Grill
09.2021 - 10.2022
Summer Camp Counselor
Conner Prairie
05.2021 - 08.2021
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Hamilton Southeastern School District
01.2021 - Current
Before and After School Care Assistant
Lexington School
08.2019 - 01.2021
Waitress
Aurelios Pizza
06.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana University Bloomington
High School Diploma -
Hamilton Southeastern High School
- First Aid and CPR, American Red Cross Association
- Naloxone Certified
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