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Alison Steinbach

Huntington Beach,CA

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Elementary Schools throughout Huntington Beach and Orange County. Excels in effective classroom management and relationship building. Procures enhanced student engagement through differentiated instruction and targeted literacy strategies, fostering academic growth. Committed to creating supportive learning environments that adapt to diverse needs, ensuring every child thrives.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Transitional Kindergarten Teacher

Circle View Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
  • Built brand new TK classroom from scratch as long-term substitute
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
  • Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to track student progress and address individual needs.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to enhance interactive learning experiences for students.

Kinder/1st Grade Elementary Teacher

Circle View Elementary School
04.2025 - 06.2025
  • Took on full classroom responsibilities as a long-term substitute teacher, delivering daily instruction, managing classroom routines, and maintaining continuity of learning in alignment with the regular teacher’s curriculum.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects that reinforced important concepts across multiple subjects.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for improved focus and productivity.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education and fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
  • Improved student reading comprehension through targeted literacy strategies and guided practice sessions.

Substitute Teacher

Ocean View School District
04.2024 - Current
  • 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.

Preschool Teacher

King Elementary School
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Served as the general education long-term substitute teacher in a mild/moderate special education setting, providing instruction and collaborating with the special education teacher to support individualized student needs.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.

Server

The Cheesecake Factory
04.2013 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
05-2021

Transitional Kindergarten - TK Early Childhood Education Units

Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA
12-2025

Skills

  • Effective classroom management
  • Responsive to changing circumstances
  • Relationship building and management
  • Enhancing student interaction

Timeline

Transitional Kindergarten Teacher

Circle View Elementary School
08.2025 - Current

Kinder/1st Grade Elementary Teacher

Circle View Elementary School
04.2025 - 06.2025

Substitute Teacher

Ocean View School District
04.2024 - Current

Preschool Teacher

King Elementary School
01.2024 - 04.2024

Server

The Cheesecake Factory
04.2013 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

California State University, Long Beach

Transitional Kindergarten - TK Early Childhood Education Units

Irvine Valley College

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