ALEXIS MENDOZA
Plano
Summary
TIA recognized and student-focused educator with 18+ years of experience and a proven knowledge of classroom management with varied instructional techniques. Recognizes and addresses student needs by cultivating mutually respectful relationships. Dedicated to creating student driven success in educational curriculum and future-ready life skills via campus- and district-wide committees. Aiming to successfully motivate students and peers through continued campus initiatives and instructional design.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ELAR Teacher
Heritage High School
07.2020 - Current
- 9th/10th grade OL and ADV lesson planning, instruction, assessment design, and classroom management yielding outstanding student STAAR test results. Organizing and leading PLC meetings for teams to work collaboratively with peers and support new team members/first-year teachers.
- FISD ELAR Curriculum Writer, FISD Professional Learning Cadre Member, FISD ELAR Cadre Member (Patterns of Power)
- Campus PBIS team member; promoting positive behavior interactions on campus among staff and students to optimize the learning environment, including Discipline in the Secondary Classroom (Student Services Learning) and campus-wide PD presentation of strategies and support for teachers to enhance classroom and behavioral management skills.
- FISD Campus Focus Group; HHS representative in communication with central administration regarding campus culture, health and wellness for staff and students.
- CULTIVATE! Summer Professional Learning; designed and presented district PD, “Cultivating Quality Questions” using target method match.
Fine Arts Specialist • Paraprofessional
Lone Star High School
08.2012 - 06.2020
- Color Guard Director specialized in teaching dance & color guard technique to students, grades 6-12. Skilled in differentiating instruction to support student needs with varying degrees of assessment.
Substitute Teacher
Garland ISD
Garland, TX
08.2008 - 06.2012
- Long- and short-term assignments, grades 6-12. Preferred sub at Sachse High School and Rowlett High School.
Education
B.A. - Sociology
University of Texas at Arlington
05-2007
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative Planning (PLC)
- PBIS / Conflict Management
- Professional Communication
Certification
- SBEC ELAR 7-12
- ESL SUPPLEMENTAL 7-12
Timeline
ELAR Teacher
Heritage High School
07.2020 - Current
Fine Arts Specialist • Paraprofessional
Lone Star High School
08.2012 - 06.2020
Substitute Teacher
Garland ISD
08.2008 - 06.2012
B.A. - Sociology
University of Texas at Arlington