Alicea Cottom
Wilmington,DE
Summary
I have several years of education experience working with ages kindergarten through high school. I have experience working with special needs students, students with behavioral health problems, tutoring and summer school.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mathematics Teacher
Wilmington Job Corporation
Wilmington, DE
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow math teachers on curriculum development, resulting in a more cohesive and comprehensive program.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Established a positive learning environment by enforcing consistent discipline and using effective classroom management techniques.
- Improved students'' problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-life applications into mathematical concepts.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
Road Side Assistance and Credit
AAA Club Alliance Inc.
Wilmington, DE, USA
12.2020 - 09.2023
- Exhibited proactive approach to responsibilities.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
New Castle, DE
12.2013 - 12.2020
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
Education
Bachelors Of Science In Education - Elementary Education
Wilmington University
New Castle, DEMasters In Business Administration -
Goldey Beacom College
Wilmington, DESkills
- Teaching diverse learners
- Expert problem solving
- Student assistance
- Critical thinking promotion
- Technology integration
- Summative assessment
- Formative assessment
Timeline
Mathematics Teacher
Wilmington Job Corporation
09.2023 - Current
Road Side Assistance and Credit
AAA Club Alliance Inc.
12.2020 - 09.2023
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
12.2013 - 12.2020
Bachelors Of Science In Education - Elementary Education
Wilmington University
Masters In Business Administration -
Goldey Beacom College