Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
activities
Certification
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Alexis Ponce

Alexis Ponce

Bryan

Summary

Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

4th Grade Math Teacher

Bryan ISD
08.2023 - Current
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
  • Enhanced students'' understanding of complex mathematical concepts by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.

Team Leader

Fannin Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.

Campus Needs Assessment Planning Team

Fannin Elementary School
05.2023 - Current
  • Established a positive school culture by promoting collaboration among staff members and encouraging open communication channels.
  • Improved school performance by developing and implementing targeted improvement strategies.
  • Conducted data analysis for identifying areas in need of academic enhancement.
  • Monitored progress toward achieving school improvement targets through regular assessments and evaluations.
  • Analyzed student achievement data to identify trends and inform instructional decision-making processes.

New Teacher Mentor

Fannin Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Mentored new teachers in curriculum planning and instructional strategies, improving their teaching effectiveness.
  • Enhanced mentee''s confidence by providing guidance and support during personal and work challenges.
  • Strengthened the mentor community through active participation in meetings, training sessions, or special events designed to promote collaboration among peers.
  • Provided timely feedback on mentee progress with regular check-ins, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.

3rd Bilingual ELA/Writing Teacher

Bryan ISD
09.2016 - 05.2023
  • Promoted critical thinking skills by implementing inquiry-based learning activities in the classroom.
  • Developed innovative approaches to teaching grammar concepts through hands-on activities, increasing student retention of key rules.
  • Improved student reading comprehension with targeted strategies and frequent progress monitoring.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected literacy concepts to other subject areas for deeper understanding.
  • Maintained open communication with parents and guardians, providing updates on student progress and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
  • Established a positive classroom environment that fostered mutual respect, collaboration, and an enthusiasm for learning.
  • Implemented project-based learning experiences that allowed students to apply their knowledge of writing concepts in real-world contexts.

Kindergarten Bilingual Teacher

Bryan ISD
08.2017 - 05.2019
  • Established clear objectives for each lesson, effectively communicating expectations to students and ensuring successful outcomes.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to create interdisciplinary lesson plans that reinforced core concepts across multiple subjects.
  • Integrated authentic materials from target language cultures into lessons, promoting greater cultural awareness among students while enhancing their linguistic abilities.
  • Maintained open communication with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and addressing any concerns as necessary.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student work, fostering growth and development in both language acquisition and content knowledge.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in bilingual education and improve teaching skills.

Bilingual Tutor

Bryan ISD
03.2014 - 05.2016
  • Coordinated scheduling with other tutors and school staff to ensure seamless integration of tutoring services into students'' daily routines.
  • Assisted children in achieving better understanding of specific subject material and taught study skills necessary for academic success.
  • Organized supplementary workshops and activities to further enhance students'' language skills outside of regular tutoring sessions.
  • Established clear expectations for student behavior during sessions, fostering a respectful and focused learning environment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
12-2015

Master of Science - Education Administration

Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
05-2023

Skills

  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Time management
  • Problem Solving
  • Collaborative Learning
  • Time Management
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Technology integration
  • Online learning
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Excellent communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Accomplishments

TIA Teacher Recognized, May 2025

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

activities

  • Read by 3rd, 08/2018, 02/2019, Annual, monthly school year meetings for parents with students from PK-3rd., Invite parents to a seminar on healthy eating, at-home reading activities, and effective communication., Lead parent group into a discussion on Read by 3rd activities.
  • 2019-2022 Reading Night, Provide students with fun, engaging, and learning take-home games according to my grade level., Dress up as a book character to enhance students’ attention while teaching them how to play the learning game independently.
  • 2019, 2021, 2022,2023 Fall Festival, Fundraising money for school supplies and field trip costs., Organize and manage activities for the community., Build community relationships by collaborating on food and booth management., Collaboration between staff, teachers, and the community to manage food and booths.
  • 2019, 2021, 2023 Spring Chess Tournament, Lead and teach students chess tactics., Support chess students by providing positive feedback and reinforcement., Placed 2nd Overall
  • Fiestas Patrias Parade, 2018, 2022, 2023 Annual parade held in September to celebrate Mexico Independence Day., Gather staff and teachers to brainstorm ideas to decorate our school float., Divide jobs between teachers to gather supplies for the parade. (water, cooler, ice, etc.), Call parents/students to volunteer to walk with the school staff during the parade., Decorate the school with Mexican cultural decorations.
  • 2018, 2022 Winter Festival, Fundraising money for school supplies and field trip costs., Organize and manage activities for the community., Build community relationships by collaborating on food and booth management., Collaboration between staff, teachers, and the community to manage food and booths.

Certification

Texas Principal Certification – Texas Education Agency, May 2024

Timeline

4th Grade Math Teacher

Bryan ISD
08.2023 - Current

Team Leader

Fannin Elementary School
08.2023 - Current

Campus Needs Assessment Planning Team

Fannin Elementary School
05.2023 - Current

New Teacher Mentor

Fannin Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023

Kindergarten Bilingual Teacher

Bryan ISD
08.2017 - 05.2019

3rd Bilingual ELA/Writing Teacher

Bryan ISD
09.2016 - 05.2023

Bilingual Tutor

Bryan ISD
03.2014 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Texas A&M University

Master of Science - Education Administration

Lamar University

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