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Alison Smith

Town of Tisbury
Edgartown,MA
36
years of professional experience

Dedicated and resourceful teacher with a proven ability to support diverse learners through individualized instruction and assessment. Known for strong time management and organizational skills, delivering effective literacy education and promoting a growth mindset in students.

Work History

Second Grade Elementary School Teacher

35 Years 9 Months
Town of Tisbury | 09.1990 - 06.2026
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
  • Monitored student progress, providing individualized support to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and learning efficiency.
  • Designed assessment tools to evaluate student understanding and inform instructional strategies.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
  • Provided personalized instruction to students with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Conducted reading assessments to evaluate student proficiency and determine student reading levels based on assessment findings.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units for a more comprehensive learning experience.

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Lesley University | Cambridge, MA

30 additional credits from various online graduate course programs

  • Relevant Coursework: SEI / ELL & Special Education
  • Professional Development: Education

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education

Southern Connecticut State University | New Haven, CT

Skills

Reading instruction
Parent communication
Student resilience development
Collaborative education
Classroom management practices
Student engagement
Interactive education
Literacy instruction
Writing instruction
Specialized education
Reading strategies
Time organization
Organizational methods

Timeline

Second Grade Elementary School Teacher

Town of Tisbury
09.1990 - 06.2026Read More

Lesley University

Master of Arts from Curriculum And Instruction
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Southern Connecticut State University

Bachelor of Arts from Special Education
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Alison Smith