Alyson Hays

Motivated Science Teacher with a passion for demonstrating scientific concepts through the use of apparatus, experiments, charts, sketches, and other instructional aids. Skilled in developing effective lesson plans that incorporate thoughtful lesson design and instructing students on the proper use, care, and safe handling of chemicals, science equipment, and plant and animal life. Dedicated to establishing and maintaining high standards of pupil behavior to create an orderly and productive learning environment that supports the educational mission.

• Teacher of the Month [March 2025] Charles Henderson Middle School

The most effective way to teach science is to make it accessible, relatable, and fun. When students are actively involved in their learning, they retain information better and are engaged, interested, and excited about their pursuit of knowledge. Science is best understood with hands-on and tactile activities and when students can reteach information to their peers. Creating an environment that embraces diversity, different learning styles, and abilities is vitally important. Students who feel welcome and supported will not only learn better, but they will also learn to teach others to be as receptive, engaged, and enthusiastic as they are about what they are learning.

Professional Certificate - Secondary (6-12) Biology (028FF)

Praxis Tests - Biology, 2024; General Science, 2025

• Ariton High School, 9th and 10th grades, 08/22/22, 12/16/22, 23:43
• Goshen High School, 9th grade, 01/11/23, 05/12/23, 56:29
• Charles Henderson Middle School, 7th grade, 08/16/23, 12/13/23, 35:15
• New Brockton High School, 11th and 12th grades, 01/10/24, 05/10/24, 40:09
• Charles Henderson High School Internship, 9th and 10th grades, 08/19/24, 12/13/24