Alyssa McLaughlin
Suffern
Summary
Focused individual with a Master of Science in Teaching degree with NYS teaching certification in Biology, and Chemistry. Ambitious, reliable, driven, ready and willing to work hard and learn new practices and techniques. Effective in altering delivery of curriculum that engages students and encourages greater student participation. Offering dedication, enthusiasm and a desire to contribute. Highly organized with a team-oriented mentality. Strong background in high school and collegiate sports, willingness to coach high school athletics.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemistry and Biology Teacher
Pearl River High School
Pearl River, NY
08.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student understanding.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects that connected biology/chemistry to real-world applications.
- Implemented interactive classroom activities, fostering critical thinking and collaboration among students.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, providing timely feedback for improvement.
Chemistry Teacher
North Rockland Central School District
Thiells, NY
08.2024 - Current
- Developed lesson plans aligned with state curriculum guidelines, enhancing student understanding of chemistry concepts.
- Researched and implemented innovative teaching methods for chemistry topics, increasing student engagement and comprehension.
- Developed lesson plans based on state curriculum guidelines to ensure learning objectives were met.
- Maintained ongoing communication with parents about student progress, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Biology Teacher
Albertus Magnus High School
Bardonia, NY
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives, fostering student engagement and understanding.
- Created collaborative lessons that empowered students to take ownership of their learning and enhance critical thinking skills.
- Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach 2023, 2024, 2025
- Head Varsity Field Hockey Coach 2023
Emergency Medical Technician
Spring Hill Community Ambulance
Spring Valley, NY
12.2021 - 02.2024
- Deliver emergency care to individuals experiencing medical and emotional crises as well as those involved in motor vehicle accidents, falls, and traumatic events.
- Remain level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Participate in outreach events that created relationships with community.
Education
Master of Science - Teaching Inclusive Secondary Education Grades 7-12
St. Thomas Aquinas College
Sparkill, NY05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Neuroscience
SUNY at Binghamton
Binghamton, NY05-2021
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Communication
- Organizational skills
- Problem resolution
- Collaborative learning
NCAA Division 1 Lacrosse Player
- Served as Team Captain (2019-2021), starting midfielder
- Member of the Chi Alpha Sigma - National College Athlete Honor Society
Timeline
Chemistry and Biology Teacher
Pearl River High School
08.2025 - Current
Chemistry Teacher
North Rockland Central School District
08.2024 - Current
Biology Teacher
Albertus Magnus High School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Emergency Medical Technician
Spring Hill Community Ambulance
12.2021 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Neuroscience
SUNY at Binghamton
Master of Science - Teaching Inclusive Secondary Education Grades 7-12
St. Thomas Aquinas College