Alissa Balzer
Stillwater,Minnesota
Summary
Creative and passionate educator with a growth mindset and a strong background in differentiated instruction. Proven ability to build relationships with students and parents, fostering collaboration and engagement. Committed to inspiring autonomous learning through a strong growth mindset while providing tailored support to meet diverse needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher - 2nd Grade
ISD 622
08.2022 - Current
Teacher - Kindergarten
Unity School District
08.2021 - 06.2022
Teacher - Kindergarten
RPS 205
09.2017 - 06.2021
- Developed strong partnerships with parents, maintaining open lines of communication and encouraging collaboration in supporting student growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, creating a more cohesive learning environment for students.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and ensure individual student success.
- Implemented positive behavior management strategies, fostering a supportive classroom atmosphere.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Inspired students to take ownership of learning and become autonomous thinkers.
Paraprofessional
Crystal Lake Consolidated School District 47
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Education
No Degree - Special Education
The University of Michigan - Flint
Flint, MINo Degree - Teaching Certification
The University of Michigan - Flint
Flint, MIBachelor of Arts - History
Western Illinois University
Macomb, ILSkills
- Growth mindset
- Team collaboration
- Differentiated instruction
- Relationship building
- Trained in the Science of Reading through Core OL&LA (2024)
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd Grade
ISD 622
08.2022 - Current
Teacher - Kindergarten
Unity School District
08.2021 - 06.2022
Teacher - Kindergarten
RPS 205
09.2017 - 06.2021
Paraprofessional
Crystal Lake Consolidated School District 47
10.2015 - 06.2017
No Degree - Special Education
The University of Michigan - Flint
No Degree - Teaching Certification
The University of Michigan - Flint
Bachelor of Arts - History
Western Illinois University
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