Allison Barbosa
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade ELA Team Lead
Stem Prep Academy
07.2022 - Current
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
Teacher
James B Rolle Elementary
07.2017 - 05.2022
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Utilized study guides and interactive study tools to increase standardized test scores.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Preschool Teacher
Primrose School Of Woodstock
03.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Preschool Teacher
Primrose School Of Lassiter
05.2015 - 03.2016
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
Preschool Teacher
The Learning Corner
08.2010 - 03.2011
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2014
Skills
- Project-Based Learning
- Parent Communication
- Coaching Abilities
- Active Listening
- Problem Solving
- Student Motivation
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Certified English Language Teacher
- AVID Certified
- Personalize Learning
- AVID and Personalized Learning Lead
- Grade Level Lead
Timeline
5th Grade ELA Team Lead
Stem Prep Academy
07.2022 - Current
Teacher
James B Rolle Elementary
07.2017 - 05.2022
Preschool Teacher
Primrose School Of Woodstock
03.2016 - 05.2017
Preschool Teacher
Primrose School Of Lassiter
05.2015 - 03.2016
Preschool Teacher
The Learning Corner
08.2010 - 03.2011
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Liberty University
- Certified English Language Teacher
- AVID Certified
- Personalize Learning
- AVID and Personalized Learning Lead
- Grade Level Lead
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