SKILLS
Articulate 360
Camtasia
Vyond
Pear Deck
Canva
Google Suite for Education
Microsoft Office
Knowledge of ADDIE method, and UDL
MA, Curriculum and Instruction | University of Connecticut | Spring 2017
Extensive knowledge developed in lesson planning, curating assignments based on CCSS, student-teacher rapport, classroom management, UDL, SIOP, teaching English Literature to Young Adults, and differentiation. Student teaching and internship offered real life perspectives on school and student needs, curriculum, and teacher responsibilities and duties.
BA, English | University of Connecticut | Spring 2016
Engaged in a curriculum that promoted vital skills in reading, writing, analysis, and research. Using written and oral analysis of early Medieval Literature through contemporary poetry, solidified knowledge of literature classics. Fostered a knowledge of teaching English Literature by curating thoughtful projects and essays that emulated and met real-life ELA CCSS benchmarks.
Certifications
7-12 English CT - June 2017
5-12 English MA - April 2018
SEI Endorsed - May 2018
EXPERIENCE
Language Arts Teacher | Mabelle B. Avery Middle School | Aug 2018 - Current
Considered adaptable learning styles while designing 160+ unique digital and interactive activities using tools like Pear Deck, Google Slides, Kahoot, and Canva
Tailored instruction using ADDIE model to meet individual needs and used rubrics to track performance in key areas
Collaborated with team members daily to analyze data, plan, develop course content, and implement data-driven revisions
Drove improvement in 71% of students by analyzing classroom data to identify and target areas of need in persuasive essay writing
Developed and fostered strong relationships with 50+ students across three classes and was awarded K-8 “Outstanding Teacher” in the spring of 2019 by eighth-grade Honor Society students
Maintained communication with important stakeholders by preparing for and participating in online and in-person meetings
Strengthened multitasking skills by teaching hybrid classes during the 2020-21 school year, where instruction was given via livestream and to in-person learners simultaneously
Completely revamped curriculum during COVID-19 pandemic to ensure students could access lessons digitally
Cultivated risk assessment and conflict management skills by serving as the union’s middle school representative during the 2020-2021 Covid school year
Demonstrated initiative by volunteering to attend a two-week professional development workshop
Strengthened leadership skills by
Managing the eighth-grade group of teachers as co-team leader
Attending training outside of school hours to become a CT state-certified teacher mentor
Leading the Gay-Straight Alliance club and Creative Writing Club
Language Arts Teacher | Highville Charter School | Aug 2017 - June 2018
Developed original curriculum for three grade levels based on students’ interests and needs, incorporating various media forms like music, podcasts, and poetry
Increased engagement in lessons by implementing Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences
Projects
Lesson Planning
One of my favorite lessons I created as a teacher at Mabelle B. Avery Middle School was an interactive murder mystery escape room based on Roald Dahl’s story Landlady. Students had to utilize close reading strategies and their understanding of literary concepts to solve puzzles, decipher code words, and finally decode a voicemail recording of my best British accent. This combination of strategic thinking and engaging lesson planning helped me improve the writing scores among 71% of my students.
Case Materials
Activities
Testimonials
Alexandra's drive, compassion for others, and commitment to her profession are certain to flourish in her next professional step. She is a hard-working professional and, more importantly, a warm and caring human. - Michael Szafir Somers Public Schools
Within six different classes of students, Alexandra has experienced teaching very animated students with a diverse set of strengths and needs. She has had to enrich students who are reading above grade level and help intervene with students who need additional support. She has proven herself to be a caring teacher. - Kimberly Gentile Literacy Coach and TEAM Mentor Highville Charter School
Through her passion, constant reflection, willingness to be an agent of change in our schools and her student-centered philosophy, Alexandra was able to develop the skills necessary to be an outstanding teacher and would be a welcome addition to your school. - Frank Curtin UConn TCPCG Professor
Within the first week of her experience, Alexandra learned the names of each of her students and addressed all the accommodations required. She addressed the needs of a diverse population of students, including a student whose first language is Urdu, a student on a fourth grade reading level, and many students who are economically challenged. She flawlessly found ways to include all of the students in class activities by using a variety of texts and differentiating assignments. - Amy Matyseck Rockville High School Mentor Teacher
Not only can she quickly ignite a conversation, but conveys a topic so that it is both easily
understood and quite exciting. She can engage students extremely well and never fails
to make English class better than it already is. Mrs. Nadeau will always be remembered
as my favorite student teacher. - Samantha McQueen Former Student
Alexandra is genuine, optimistic, mature and prepared to meet the challenges that her own classroom will bring. She is among the best in her generation. I strongly recommend this exceptional young woman for the teaching position in which she is applying. -Sandra Fraioli New Britain High School English Teacher
Alexandra has great respect for her students, and in turn she developed a wonderful rapport with each class. Her dedication to create a positive learning environment was evident as she waited in the hallway between periods, greeted each class enthusiastically, and continuously checked in with struggling students. - Caitlin P. Hoffman Rockville High School Mentor Teacher
Alexandra’s expectations for learning and behavior were high. The classroom environment was always positive and nurturing with routines and procedures securely in place. Her students responded positively to her open and calm demeanor. Alexandra was consistent and fair, earning the respect of her students. - Raymond Nagle Highville Middle School Math Teacher
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