Alexis A. Point
Summary
Passionate Teachers with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects are highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Energetic educators with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. They are diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Coordinator
Oregon Park District
08.2016 - Current
- Planned weekly camp program schedules for sports, field trips and arts and crafts activities.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, ensuring clear communication and trust throughout the camp season.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for all campers by enforcing strict safety guidelines and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
MTSS Teacher
Metcalf Lab School
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Education
Bachelor's - Teacher Education Major
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05.2024
Skills
Curriculum Implementation
Student Engagement
Classroom Instruction
Small Group Instruction
Behavior Management
Classroom Management
Educational Philosophy
I believe that each child is unique in their own way. I also believe that every child deserves a great teacher that has the qualifications and is committed to their student's education. Teachers need to be there for their students as they are evolving and growing. As a future educator it is my job to provide the most accurate and appropriate emotional and educational opportunities for each child in my classroom. Students needs to have someone there as they are growing and going through the different stages of intellectual development. Using strategies to be a highly motivational teachers that uses approaches based on the practices that I have observed and practiced on my own. Being there for your students can increase their education knowing that there is someone there that believes they can accomplish anything and do amazing things.
Clinical Experiences
Heyworth Elementary School District 4 - Intern
Aug 2022-Dec 2022
- Developed lesson plans and instructed small groups
- Instructed whole class lessons
- Observed the classroom(s)
- Observed a MTSS group lesson
Illinois State University Lab School (Metcalf)
Jan 2022 - Aug 2023
- Taught MTSS Tier 2 groups
- Collaborated with supporting teachers
- Observed Elementary Education classes
Lincoln Elementary School 709 - Student Teaching
Jan 2024-May 2024
- Taught First Grade; Small group, Whole class, One-on-One, etc.
- Experience in IXL, Powerschool, BrainPop Jr, Scholastic News, UFLI, and XtraMATH
- Planned and implemented daily lesson plans
- Utilize classroom management techniques in large and small group settings
- Participated in Professional Development meetings
- Collaborative meetings with school staff and First Grade Team
- Constructed assessments and utilized positive feedback
Background Information
Mentored various grade levels in a Cheerleading camp for 4 years, Organized a Summer Camp for 2 years, Supported various grade levels in literacy for 2 years, Helped a 4th grade classroom as a Teaching Assistant my Senior year of High School, Worked as a Before/After school daycare teacher in Oregon, Illinois, Managed staff and was the Event Coordinator of a Summer Camp in Oregon, Illinois, Taught a MTSS Tier 2 (WIN) group at Metcalf Lab School
Timeline
MTSS Teacher
Metcalf Lab School
01.2022 - 08.2023
Camp Coordinator
Oregon Park District
08.2016 - Current
Bachelor's - Teacher Education Major
Illinois State University