Alicia Crowell
Riverside
Summary
Educational professional with strong classroom management and curriculum development skills. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment and adapting to diverse student needs. Known for reliability, flexibility, and results-driven approach. Proficient in lesson planning, student assessment, and integrating technology into education. Proven ability to adapt quickly to different classroom settings and maintain high educational standards.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Term Substitute Teacher
City Of East Providence
2026.01 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to promote student learning and participation.
- Adapted instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students in various classrooms.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback to support academic growth.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to refine teaching techniques and instructional methods.
- Established a positive classroom culture by setting clear expectations and promoting mutual respect among students.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
Substitute Teacher
The Gordon School
2025.09 - Current
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
- 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.
Substitute Teacher
City of East Providence
2024.09 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior, fostering a positive and respectful learning environment.
- Collaborated with full-time teachers to ensure continuity in curriculum delivery.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
Lead Lab Tech
Rhode Island Blood Center
2002.04 - 2024.12
- Responsibilities: including but not limited to training new hires, performing donor testing for infectious disease, maintaining instruments, performing quality control, reviewing and releasing results to hospitals and clients, assisting with state and federal audits, and providing tours of the laboratory to local high schools and colleges.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Ed
Western Governors University
Millcreek, UT2025-07
Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Administration
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI2014-12
Associate of Applied Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
Community College of RI
Lincoln, RI2002-05
Skills
- Time management
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Parent communication
- Multitasking and organization
- Creative problem solving
- Relationship building
Timeline
Long Term Substitute Teacher
City Of East Providence
2026.01 - Current
Substitute Teacher
The Gordon School
2025.09 - Current
Substitute Teacher
City of East Providence
2024.09 - Current
Lead Lab Tech
Rhode Island Blood Center
2002.04 - 2024.12
Master of Arts - Elementary Ed
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Administration
University of Rhode Island
Associate of Applied Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
Community College of RI
Leadership
As a parent, I have helped lead the Parent Advisory Committee at Covenant Cooperative Nursery School for two years. I have planned and led many events, including nature walks and educational experiences at Blithewold, social events, fundraisers, and book exchanges.