Alexis Kelly
Washington,D.C
Summary
Innovative 6th Math Teacher bringing 6- year background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Math Teacher
The Social Justice School
09.2022 - Current
- Serve as the Math Department Chair and 5th/6th Grade Level Chair
- Lead two classes of 25 students through an instructional Math Lesson for 50 minutes a day
- Plan and facilitate bi-weekly grade level meetings that focus on tracking academic and social progress of 6th grade students through MTSS and behavior contracts
- Coach and collaborate with 5th Grade Math teacher on best practice to facilitate rigorous and engaging lesson aligned to the 5th grade Math curriculum
- Facilitate professional development for incoming staff around student collaboration, responsibilities and norms in the classroom
- Assist and plan with the Assistant Principal of Math to develop the criteria for success for lesson planning, data tracking, and student engagement for Math teachers across all grades levels (5th-8th)
- Participate in biweekly instructional leadership meetings to discuss and debrief about topics surrounding school culture data, academic data, attendance/truancy data, and overall climate of the school building (i.e well-being and success of scholars and 5th/6th grade teaching staff)
- Lead two classes of 25 students through an instructional Math Lesson for 50 minutes a day
- Drive academic outcomes by analyzing scholar work and data, and implementing high leverage instructional moves to ensure dramatic gains for all scholars during Math Intervention
- Provide fluency and skills practice for scholars with focus on numbers & operations, geometry and algebraic thinking.
- Improvee student understanding by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities into daily lessons.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units, enhancing students'' overall educational experience.
- Developed engaging math games and activities for students, fostering a fun learning environment while reinforcing key concepts.
- Monitor student progress using formative assessments, allowing for timely intervention and targeted instruction when necessary.
- Manage a diverse classroom of learners with varying abilities, differentiating instruction to meet individual needs and promote success.
- Served as a mentor for new educators, providing guidance on best practices in teaching and classroom management strategies.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on education trends, continuously refining teaching methods for maximum effectiveness.
- Implemented innovative approaches to lesson delivery by utilizing multimedia resources such as interactive whiteboards and online platforms.
- Established positive relationships with parents through open communication channels like email updates, phone calls, and conferences about their child''s progress in mathematics.
- Built a strong classroom culture focused on respect and cooperation among students by modeling appropriate behavior and enforcing clear expectations consistently throughout the year.
- Prepared students for standardized testing by reviewing key content areas, practicing test-taking strategies, and addressing any anxiety or concerns they may have had.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
7th Grade STEM (Math, Science, and Computer Science) Teacher
Digital Pioneers Academy
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Served as the Science and Math Content Captain for the 7th Grade Team
- Led 7th Grade Math meetings in which we discussed and focused on the alignment of the Common Core Standards and the rigor of our Math lessons
- Internalized and taught rigourous and engaging lessons linked to Amplify, Illustrative Mathematics, and Republic CS to meet academic standards
- Facilitated bi-weekly Science meetings with 7th grade STEM teachers helping them internalize and dissect Earth Science lessons
- Designed comprehensive rubrics for grading assignments, maintaining consistency in performance evaluation standards.
- Encouraged peer collaboration through group projects and presentations, fostering teamwork skills among students
- Developed scholar and teacher facing materials from Amplify for Science lessons
- Designed assessment that measure progress toward academic standards
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Drove academic outcomes by analyzing scholar work and data, and implementing high leverage instructional moves to ensure dramatic gains for all scholars
- Collaborated with partner Humanities teacher to create consistent structures and systems for shared cohort of scholars.
- Enhanced student performance by implementing innovative teaching techniques and strategies.
- Developed customized lesson plans for diverse learning abilities, leading to improved understanding of complex concepts.
- Fostered positive learning environments by establishing strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
5th Grade Lead Science and Social Studies Teacher
KIPP DC: KEY Academy
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Internalized and taught challenging and engaging lessons linked to FOSS, NGSS and informed by instructional data
- Built a classroom culture that empowered students, affirmed their identities, and created a sense of belonging for all students
- Implemented the school-wide and classroom management policies and practices
- Created and implemented a Social Studies curriculum that is informative and engaging for students
- Developed and built strong relationships with students and families outside of the classroom setting
- Facilitated small-group check-ins with students during independent reading
- Participated in school-wide and network-wide professional developments, training, and meetings
- Co-chaired the Bulldog Committee, which focused on building student culture.
5th grade ELA Capital Teaching Resident
KIPP DC: KEY Academy
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Internalized and taught lesson plans to benefit student learning
- Assisted lead teacher by providing behavioral management and academic help through a whole class setting
- Developed teaching skills through practice, coaching, and through graduate school coursework
- Led whole classes of 28-30 students in ELA instruction
- Developed and built strong relationships with students and families outside of the classroom setting
- Provided small-group check-ins with students during independent reading
- Participated in school-wide and network-wide professional developments, trainings, and meetings
- Organized and led the school's fashion club after school.
City Year New Orleans AmeriCorps Member
Phillis Wheatley Community School
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Performed interventions to middle school scholars in small groups, teaching both Math and English
- Assisted lead teacher by providing behavioral management and academic help through a whole class setting
- Community organizer and social advocate of restructuring the New Orleans school system
- Additionally, bridging the gap between curriculum development as well as student meeting students where they are and helping them grow within their current grade level
- Provided emotional support through daily check-ins and check-outs to eight scholars with individual behavioral/educational plans (IEP)
- Assisted with front office duties during after school programming time
- Performed interventions to two scholars with attendance issues by setting goals, and creating initiatives that will encourage them to make it to school each day
- Served as a service coordinator for Martin Luther King Day of service
- In planning, a day of service for over 300 individuals in New Orleans.
Education
Masters of Arts - Teaching - Secondary ELA
Relay Graduate School of Education
Washington, D.C06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
Howard University
Washington, D.C05.2018
Skills
- Individualized Learning
- Student Motivation
- Professional Development
- Behavior Intervention
- Restorative Justice Approach
- Curriculum Development
- Performance Evaluation
- Project-Based Learning
Timeline
6th Grade Math Teacher
The Social Justice School
09.2022 - Current
7th Grade STEM (Math, Science, and Computer Science) Teacher
Digital Pioneers Academy
12.2021 - 09.2022
5th Grade Lead Science and Social Studies Teacher
KIPP DC: KEY Academy
07.2020 - 12.2021
5th grade ELA Capital Teaching Resident
KIPP DC: KEY Academy
07.2019 - 07.2020
City Year New Orleans AmeriCorps Member
Phillis Wheatley Community School
07.2018 - 05.2019
Masters of Arts - Teaching - Secondary ELA
Relay Graduate School of Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
Howard University
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