Alisa Dennis

Teacher

Lodi Unified School District

07.2008 - Current

Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.