Alyssa Barnett
Navasota,TX
Summary
Versatile professional with a strong background in education, veterinary care, and retail. Expertise in supporting diverse learners and delivering high-quality customer service. Demonstrates adaptability and a commitment to excellence in all tasks undertaken.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
College Station Independent School District
College Station, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Delivered engaging, data-driven instruction in English Language Arts, Reading, Writing and Social Studies to third-grade students.
- Fostered literacy growth through differentiated small-group sessions, guided reading, and writing workshops.
- Collaborated with third-grade team to design integrated cross-curricular lessons combining reading and social studies.
- Supported students in achieving a Distinguished Rating recognition on the 2024–2025 ELAR STAAR assessment, demonstrating strong academic progress.
Instructional Assistant/Tier Three Interventionist
Snook Elementary
Snook, TX
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Pulling small groups for amplify tutoring or testing
- One on one time with students to help them understand the material or answer questions
- Organized data collection systems using technology such as spreadsheets or databases.
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and modifying curriculum.
- Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
- Helping students get back on track or helping them cool down
Assistant Interventionist
Spring Creek Elementary
College Station, TX
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided individual, small group, and classroom interventions.
- Support for special education
- Helping the interventionist make materials/ prep for the upcoming weeks
- Meetings to see where our students stand and to set goals for them
- Organizing and inventory on literacy book room and textbook closet
- Maintained detailed records of all intervention activities and results.
Vet Technician
Highway 30 Vet clinic
College Station, Texas
03.2020 - 11.2022
- Examined animals for injuries or illnesses and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
- Restraint and stabilization of animals during examination and treatment prevented further injuries.
- Conducted client interviews regarding pets' conditions, documenting behavior, eating habits, and medications.
- Processed incoming client calls requesting advice or appointments efficiently.
- Prepared and labeled medications, instructing clients on proper administration techniques.
- Obtained blood samples and performed analytical tests for worm presence and anemia detection.
- Communicated effectively with clients about pets' conditions and treatment plans.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments for autoclave sterilization.
Retail / Counter Clerk
Texas Rose Boutique
College Station, TX
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Maximized customer satisfaction by providing assistance with purchases, locating items
- Trained a new team member in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer service
- Inspected items for damage and reported issues to the supervisor to return unsalable merchandise and obtain replacements for customers
- Observed company return policy when processing refunds, including inspecting merchandise for wear or damage.
- Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
- Wrapped items and bagged purchases properly to prevent merchandise breakage.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05.2024
EMT -
TEEX
College Station, TX03.2018
High School Diploma -
James Bowie High School
Austin, TX05.2017
Some College (No Degree) -
Blinn College
Bryan, TXSkills
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Reading and Writing Support
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Data-driven instruction
- Technology integration
References
Sara Borchgardt
Executive Director of Leadership and Learning
Phone: (979) 219-3202
Email: sborchgardt@gmail.com
Karin Graser
Assistant Principal
Phone: (979) 933-6550
Email: klgraser@yahoo.com
Kari Barmettler
Teaching Partner
Phone: (361) 396-9987
Email: kbarmettler@csisd.org
Certification
- Amplify Tutoring Certification
- NWEA Certification
- Texas Teachers
Affiliations
- FFA ( 7 Years )
- Volunteered for Area CED Competition
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
College Station Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
Assistant Interventionist
Spring Creek Elementary
01.2023 - 06.2023
Instructional Assistant/Tier Three Interventionist
Snook Elementary
08.2021 - 12.2023
Vet Technician
Highway 30 Vet clinic
03.2020 - 11.2022
Retail / Counter Clerk
Texas Rose Boutique
05.2018 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Sam Houston State University
EMT -
TEEX
High School Diploma -
James Bowie High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Blinn College