Phoenyx Gassett
East Alton,IL
Summary
With a proven track record at Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7, I excel in classroom management and fostering engaging learning environments. My expertise in lesson planning and relationship building has significantly enhanced student engagement and academic success. Adept at conflict resolution, I've also been instrumental in creating collaborative educational communities. I am a natural leader who takes on many roles within my school and district in order to lead others to a well rounded work and school environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7
08.2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Joined and helped in many different groups and organizations across the district, including MTSS (multi-tiered systems of support), RCD (Responsibility Centered Discipline), yearbook, PLC (professional learning communities), fundraising committee, educational leadership cohort, and talent show.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Assistant Director
Troy Early Childhood Center
01.2020 - 04.2024
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry students or teachers.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students academic performance and retention rate.
Shift Lead
Fire-N-Smoke
06.2015 - 01.2020
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Oversaw cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation at all times.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring safety standards were met consistently.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective conflict resolution and prompt service.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05-2021
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Conflict resolution
- Data-driven instruction
Timeline
Teacher
Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7
08.2021 - Current
Assistant Director
Troy Early Childhood Center
01.2020 - 04.2024
Shift Lead
Fire-N-Smoke
06.2015 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
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