Alexis Ralston
Wichita Falls
Summary
Dynamic preschool teacher at the Learning Center Wichita Falls, skilled in fostering child development and enhancing classroom organization. Achieved significant improvements in student engagement through innovative lesson planning and positive reinforcement. Adept at building strong parent-teacher communication, ensuring a supportive learning environment for all children, including those with special needs.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
the Learning Center Wichita Falls
01.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Coach
940 Volleyball
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
- Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
- Managed practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources for optimal results.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Improved team cohesion by organizing regular bonding activities and fostering a supportive environment.
- Facilitated open communication between players, parents, staff members, ensuring that all concerns were addressed promptly and effectively.
Education
Bachelor Of Early Childhood Care And Education - Physical Education And Coaching
Frank Phillips College
Borger, TX05.2023
High School Graduate - N/a
Wichita Falls High School
Wichita Falls, TX05.2022
Bachelor Of Early Childhood Care And Education - Physical Education And Coaching
Vernon College
Vernon, TX05.2022
Skills
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood education
- Group and individual instruction
- Social skills development
- Age-appropriate assessment
- Adept at working with special needs children
Timeline
Coach
940 Volleyball
08.2024 - 04.2025
Preschool Teacher
the Learning Center Wichita Falls
01.2024 - Current
Bachelor Of Early Childhood Care And Education - Physical Education And Coaching
Frank Phillips College
High School Graduate - N/a
Wichita Falls High School
Bachelor Of Early Childhood Care And Education - Physical Education And Coaching
Vernon College
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