Alissa Kovalcik
Greenville,South Carolina
Summary
Dedicated and passionate educator pursuing a opening a center and staring a career in the Montessori 3-6 classroom with a commitment to nurturing children's development and education. Eager to provide a supportive and stimulating environment that adapts to each child's individual needs, ensuring their success as learners. Motivated by a vision to open a Montessori school that offers affordable, high-quality education to underserved communities, with the goal of making transformative learning experiences accessible to all children. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Montessori 3-6 Co-Teacher
Libertyville
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Aiding each child in managing their emotions and behaviors
- Guided the children through proper hygiene routines and their toiletry needs
- Observe the students and make proper notes on their progression
- Establish a healthy and positive relationship with each child's family
- Prepare the environment, creating materials and demonstrating to the children.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Montessori 2-5 Teacher And Director
Vernon Hills
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Aiding each child in managing their emotions and behaviors
- Guided the children through proper hygiene routines and their toiletry needs
- Observe the students and make proper notes on their progression
- Establish a healthy and positive relationship with each child's family
- Prepare the environment, creating materials and demonstrating to the children
- Remain contact with all parents, creating new contracts and tours with new families
- Responding to all school emails, enrollment, scheduling, finances, billing, paychecks, funding, grants, tours, events, etc.
- 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.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Montessori Infant Teacher/ Assistant Director
Vernon Hills
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Aiding each child in managing their emotions and behaviors
- Guided the children through proper hygiene routines and their toiletry needs
- Observe the students and make proper notes on their progression
- Establish a healthy and positive relationship with each child's family
- Prepare the environment, creating materials and demonstrating to the children
- Remain contact with all parents, creating new contracts and tours with new families
- Responding to all school emails and setting up summer camp.
Home Child Care
Levittown
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Prepared an environment for 3 toddlers and 1 virtual home school student
- Assisted parents with their own development goals, routines, and established a great teacher to parent relationship
- Followed each child's schemas to ensure they met their own needs on their own time frame
- Encouraged proper behaviors as well as guiding and assisting them to follow rules to keep each child safe.
HVAC/R Service Technician
United States Air Force
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Routinely continue training in deployment HVAC equipment, combat training and extensive care
- Demonstrated outstanding time management skills; working long days, long shifts and showed full support to get the job done
- Working in a high tense combat zone, while completing the tasks in a timely manner.
Montessori Toddler Teacher Assistant
Levittown
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Aiding each child in managing their emotions and behaviors
- Guided the children through proper hygiene routines and their toiletry needs
- Observe the students and make proper notes on their progression
- Establish a healthy and positive relationship with each child's family
- Prepare the environment, assist in creating materials and demonstrating to the children
- Clean the classroom and main areas each day.
Personal Care Assistant
Laurel Valley Elementary
02.2018 - 06.2018
- Implement Specially designed instruction, behavior plan, and/or health care plan as appropriate
- Reinforce students with academic instruction for daily activities
- Assist in monitoring students during field trips, assemblies, testing, Physical Therapy, speech therapy.
Cash Office/ Customer Service Cashier
Lowes
04.2017 - 02.2018
- Serves as a person handling products, payments and receipts in a store environment
- Securely handle all cash flow in and out of the store
- Aide each customer with any issues that have arised
- Assist customers and answer questions in a friendly manner
- Attend meetings and development training as scheduled.
HVAC/R Apprentice
Emcor
07.2014 - 01.2017
- Serve as an apprentice installing and maintaining air conditioning, heating, ventilation, steam distribution, and refrigeration equipment in commercial facilities
- Demonstrated outstanding time management skills; organized and prioritized high volume of work orders to ensure maximum quality and service to customers
- Participated in numerous professional development activities to update knowledge and increase service/repair capabilities.
Education
Early Childhood Montessori Teacher Certification -
MidWest Montessori Teacher Training Center
Bachelor Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education -
Arizona Global Campus
Associates Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education -
American Military University
Journeymanship Equivalency Training Course -
United States Air Force
Certificate of HVAC/R Training Program -
United States Air Force
Skills
- Special Education
- Feedback provision
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative Teaching
- Student Motivation
- Literacy development
- Creativity Enhancement
- Behavior Management
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Critical Thinking
- Classroom Management
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Lesson Planning
Websites
Jobskills
- Montessori Method Expertise: Deep understanding of Montessori principles, curriculum, and teaching methods, including practical application and adaptation to various age groups.
- Leadership and Management: Strong leadership abilities to guide and support staff, manage school operations, and foster a positive work environment.
- Curriculum Development: Ability to design, implement, and evaluate Montessori curricula that meet educational standards and cater to the diverse needs of students.
- Staff Training and Development: Skills in training, mentoring, and evaluating teachers and staff to ensure they are effectively implementing Montessori practices.
- Parent Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for engaging with parents, addressing their concerns, and building strong relationships with the school community.
- Administrative Skills: Proficiency in managing budgets, scheduling, record-keeping, and compliance with regulations and standards.
- Conflict Resolution: Effective strategies for resolving conflicts between staff, students, and parents in a constructive and supportive manner.
- Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, ensuring smooth daily operations and long-term planning.
- Strategic Planning: Capability to develop and execute strategic plans for the growth and development of the school, including expansion and improvement initiatives.
- Cultural Competency: Sensitivity and awareness of diverse cultural backgrounds to ensure an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and families.
- Community Engagement: Skills in fostering partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and the broader community to support the school's mission and goals.
- Assessment and Evaluation: Ability to assess student progress and program effectiveness, using data to make informed decisions and drive continuous improvement.
Volunteer Experience
Richland Township Fire Fighter, 03/2017 - 05/2018, Left due to Military Relocation.
References
- Amber Dzajkich, 224-319-5600
- Ann Philips, 847-302-7545
- Toni Hotezier, 847-989-3917
- Kathy Olsen, 847-975-0510
Affiliations
- Americal Montessori Society
Certification
American Montessori Society Early Childhood Education Certificate
Timeline
Montessori 3-6 Co-Teacher
Libertyville
02.2023 - 06.2024
Montessori 2-5 Teacher And Director
Vernon Hills
08.2022 - 01.2023
Montessori Infant Teacher/ Assistant Director
Vernon Hills
08.2021 - 08.2022
Montessori Toddler Teacher Assistant
Levittown
08.2018 - 06.2019
Home Child Care
Levittown
06.2018 - 07.2021
Personal Care Assistant
Laurel Valley Elementary
02.2018 - 06.2018
Cash Office/ Customer Service Cashier
Lowes
04.2017 - 02.2018
HVAC/R Apprentice
Emcor
07.2014 - 01.2017
HVAC/R Service Technician
United States Air Force
01.2013 - 01.2020
Early Childhood Montessori Teacher Certification -
MidWest Montessori Teacher Training Center
Bachelor Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education -
Arizona Global Campus
Associates Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education -
American Military University
Journeymanship Equivalency Training Course -
United States Air Force
Certificate of HVAC/R Training Program -
United States Air Force