Brooke A. Alexander
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Successful English Language Arts Teacher certified in New York State with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives and utilizing data-driven practices to enhance student performance. Committed to building individualized relationships with each student to foster a comfortable and effective learning environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Language Arts Teacher
Juan Morel Campos Secondary School
08.2023 - Current
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Implemented data-driven practices that resulted in a 28% increase in New York State reading scores for students
- Prepared, modified and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
English Language Arts Teacher/Literacy Coordinator
Brooklyn Academy of Global Finance
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
- Planned and executed lessons for classrooms of 28 - 32 students.
- Communicated with parents in person, by email and phone to apprise of student progress, challenges and behavior issues.
- Established positive classroom management.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
Head Summer School Teacher/Teacher Assistant
GO Project
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Lead and scored Fountas & Pinnell reading tests for Middle School Students.
- Trained teaching staff on how to administer Fountas & Pinnell testing.
Student Teacher
Gramercy Arts High School
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Planned, developed and executed AP Language and Composition lessons for remote classrooms of 8-25 students.
- Facilitated class discussions and activities
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Education
Master of Education - Literacy Specialist
Pace University
New York, NY06-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Adolescence Education; English
Manhattan College
The Bronx, NY05-2021
Skills
- Flexibility in teaching methods
- Differentiated instruction and curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Team collaboration
- Assessment and evaluation
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office
Certification
- English Language Arts 7-12, Initial Certificate
- CPR State Certification
- Certified Google Education
Timeline
English Language Arts Teacher
Juan Morel Campos Secondary School
08.2023 - Current
English Language Arts Teacher/Literacy Coordinator
Brooklyn Academy of Global Finance
08.2021 - 07.2023
Student Teacher
Gramercy Arts High School
02.2021 - 06.2021
Head Summer School Teacher/Teacher Assistant
GO Project
06.2020 - 08.2021
- English Language Arts 7-12, Initial Certificate
- CPR State Certification
- Certified Google Education
Master of Education - Literacy Specialist
Pace University
Bachelor of Arts - Adolescence Education; English
Manhattan College
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