Alyssa Lawrence
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Credentialed Multiple Subject Teacher with a B.A. in Early Childhood Education and CDC-5th grade experience. Skilled in early literacy, social-emotional learning, and differentiated instruction. Committed to inclusive, engaging classrooms that support academic growth for all learners.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher CDC
Los Alamitos Unified School District
Los Alamitos, CA
05.2025 - Current
- Implement lesson plans to maintain classroom continuity and support student learning objectives.
- Adapt instructional materials to meet diverse learning needs and enhance student engagement.
- Manage classroom behavior, fostering a positive and respectful learning environment.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Los Alamitos Unified School District
Los Alamitos, CA
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster early literacy and numeracy skills in kindergarten students.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to create a positive learning environment for diverse learners.
- Assisted in assessing student progress through formative assessments and tailored instructional strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to design and execute classroom activities that promote social-emotional development.
- Developed expertise in mCLASS methodologies to promote effective early intervention practices.
- Participated in IEP meetings to ensure alignment with educational goals and support services.
Instructional Assistant-Early Childhood Education
Los Alamitos Unified School District
Los Alamitos, CA
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Supported a play-based, student-led early childhood classroom grounded in children’s interests and inquiry
- Facilitated small-group and individualized instruction in early literacy, language, and foundational math skills
- Reinforced structured routines and modeled social-emotional learning
- Documented student progress through DRDPS
- Helped maintain a safe, engaging, developmentally appropriate environment.
Physical Education- Instructional Assistant
Los Alamitos Unified School District
Los Alamitos, CA
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Designed and led structured physical education activities for TK–5 students
- Created engaging games that promoted motor skill development, teamwork, and fitness
- Coordinated the PE schedule in collaboration with classroom teachers who provided behavioral and management support
- Delivered clear instruction, managed large groups, and ensured student safety during PE, lunch, and recess supervision.
Education
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -
UMass Global
Aliso Viejo, CA01-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA05-2024
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Early Literacy
- Student engagement
- Relationship building
- Early Intervention
- mCLASS
- Play Based Learning
- SEL
- UDL
- RULER
Timeline
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Los Alamitos Unified School District
08.2025 - 12.2025
Substitute Teacher CDC
Los Alamitos Unified School District
05.2025 - Current
Instructional Assistant-Early Childhood Education
Los Alamitos Unified School District
08.2024 - 05.2025
Physical Education- Instructional Assistant
Los Alamitos Unified School District
02.2022 - 05.2024
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -
UMass Global
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Sonoma State University