ALISSA WEST
Seattle,WA
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and collaborate effectively with teachers and families. Dedicated to giving all students access to growth, community, and interesting work. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression at all levels. Creates positive classroom environments and builds student confidence and independence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Seattle Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Worked in upper elementary (3-5) grade classrooms primarily.
Resource Room Teacher
Thornton Creek Elementary, Seattle Public Schools
09.2015 - 06.2022
- Collaborated closely with grade band teams to align interventions with experiential learning content and student academic, social, and executive functioning needs.
- Developed IEPs and conducted functional behavior assessments to create behavior intervention plans.
- Provided tailored instruction to enhance students' proficiency in reading, writing, and math along with social/emotional skills and study/organizational strategies.
- Successfully guided and advocated for students and their families through the transition to Middle School.
- Scaffolded academic work for enhanced student strengths and confidence.
Resource Room Teacher
Daniel Bagley Elementary, Seattle Public Schools
04.2015 - 06.2015
- Structured and administered targeted instruction in basic academics alongside essential interpersonal skills for K-1 students.
- Developed and managed IEPs for students.
Emotional Behavior Center Instructional Assistant
Hilltop Elementary School, Highline Public Schools
02.2010 - 06.2013
- Taught math and reading lessons to elementary school students in grades 1-3 who had emotional disorders.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and small group learning environments.
- Implemented strategies informed by trauma awareness to foster a conducive environment for learning.
Education
Elementary Education Endorsement -
City University
12.2023
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Washington
03.2015
Bachelor of Arts in English -
Western Washington University
06.2005
Skills
- Adaptable
- Teacher Collaboration
- Student Engagement
- Differentiated Instruction
- Growth Mindset
- Complex Problem-Solving
Training
- Wired for Reading, Introductory and Intermediate levels
- Wilson Reading System Introductory Course
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Seattle Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Resource Room Teacher
Thornton Creek Elementary, Seattle Public Schools
09.2015 - 06.2022
Resource Room Teacher
Daniel Bagley Elementary, Seattle Public Schools
04.2015 - 06.2015
Emotional Behavior Center Instructional Assistant
Hilltop Elementary School, Highline Public Schools
02.2010 - 06.2013
Elementary Education Endorsement -
City University
Master of Education - Special Education
University of Washington
Bachelor of Arts in English -
Western Washington University
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