- Passion for Theater
Alexis Mendoza
Delano
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated graduate student pursuing a Master of Education in Inspired Teaching and Learning, along with a Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential, from National University. I am skilled in fostering student engagement and promoting a growth mindset through well-structured, student-centered learning environments. I specialize in differentiated instruction and classroom management, excelling in promoting academic growth through creative teaching methods and building strong relationships with students. My expertise includes lesson planning and behavior management, consistently enhancing learning outcomes and the classroom atmosphere. I possess strong organizational abilities that facilitate effective lesson planning, classroom management, and tailored support for students. I am committed to creating inclusive classrooms that meet diverse learning needs and encourage collaboration, critical thinking, and personal growth. I am ready to leverage my organizational and student management skills to create positive and impactful learning experiences.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Delano Union Elementary School District
02.2025 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Developed strong relationships with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as a substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Improved learning outcomes with tailored instruction for diverse student needs.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Fremont Elementary School
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet the needs of various learners.
- Implemented research-based best practices in literacy instruction to promote strong reading skills among Kindergarten students.
- Improved classroom management strategies by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Assisted struggling students with targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed engaging hands-on activities that reinforced key concepts, deepening student understanding of material.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Supported teacher in daily tasks such as attendance records, test administration, and behavioral enforcement.
- Introduced technology applications into the classroom to optimize teaching and increase student interest.
- Wrote and completed lesson plans, incorporating learning objectives, activities, assessments, and a structured sequence for teaching the material, for comprehensive success.
- Supported students outside of classroom environments by contributing to assemblies and special performances.
- Rewarded student success by utilizing praise and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Created and supervised variety of hands-on learning activities for fun and engagement.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on improvement areas.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instructional methods to meet individual needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
National University
La Jolla, CA05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA05-2022
Skills
- Classroom management
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Classroom organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Creativity in teaching
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Instructional strategies
- Multi-subject instruction
Certification
- Certificate of Clearance
- CPR/AED Certification - American Red Cross.
- Mandated Child Abuse Reporting for Educators
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
- 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit
Interests
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Delano Union Elementary School District
02.2025 - Current
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Fremont Elementary School
08.2024 - 12.2024
Master of Arts - Education
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Bakersfield
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