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
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
English Language Arts Teacher
Juan Morel Campos Secondary School
08.2023 - Current
- Evaluated academic skills of students through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Implemented data-driven practices, achieving a 28% increase in New York State reading scores.
- Prepared and modified lesson plans to cover required course topics effectively.
- Supported development of skills and strategies for student independence and success.
- Established professional relationships with students, staff, parents, and community members.
English Teacher Volunteer
Kosciusko Foundation
Krakow, Poland
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Facilitated English learning for Ukrainian refugee middle school students in Poland.
- Crafted engaging lessons fostering language growth, cultural understanding, and enhancing student confidence in oral and written expression.
- Collaborated with international staff to facilitate activities, excursions, and community-building experiences, ensuring student safety, engagement, and a positive learning environment.
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, while working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across the curriculum.
- Planned and executed lessons for classrooms of 28 to 32 students.
- Communicated with parents in person, by email, and by phone to apprise them of student progress, challenges, and behavior issues.
- Established positive classroom management.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement actions and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
Student Teacher
Gramercy Arts High School
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Worked with the classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Planned, developed, and executed AP Language and Composition lessons for remote classrooms of 8 to 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 design
- Team collaboration
- Assessment and evaluation strategies
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office
Certification
English Language Arts Grades 7-12
Timeline
English Teacher Volunteer
Kosciusko Foundation
06.2025 - 06.2025
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
Master of Education - Literacy Specialist
Pace University
Bachelor of Arts - Adolescence Education; English
Manhattan College