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ALEXA WISS

Raleigh

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Reporting Specialist

Possip
08.2023 - Current
  • Conducts analysis of parental and stakeholder-provided surveys utilizing Possip for schools
  • Generates comprehensive reports containing recommendations for administrators based on survey analysis
  • Utilizes feedback and data analysis to identify potential next steps for schools and districts

Kindergarten Teacher, Grade Level Chair

Millbrook Environmental Connections Magnet Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2022
  • Provided instructional, management, and assessment strategies to meet the individual academic and social- emotional needs of students
  • Designed lessons to align to North Carolina State Standards and additional curriculum requirements related to the environmental connections magnet theme
  • Integrated technology and created educational video lessons and virtual activities to translate curriculum into a digital format for delivering daily instruction in both a remote and in-person setting
  • Analyzed data to identify performance gaps and make targeted, evidence-based interventions and instructional decisions to increase student proficiency
  • Established specific goals for the grade level in coordination with school leaders and acted as a liaison between leadership and the grade level team
  • Conducted weekly team meetings to communicate information, help problem solve, check in on emotional well- being and focus on grade-wide goals, unit, and lesson plans

Preschool Teacher

Ida. B. Wells Preparatory Elementary School
10.2015 - 06.2017
  • Created and implemented lesson plans for students at various learning levels in a Head Start classroom serving low socioeconomic status families
  • Worked closely with families and specialists to adapt and modify curriculum for exceptional students
  • Fostered positive relationships working in a multicultural environment with an emphasis on inclusion by planning and participating in community engagement opportunities
  • Employed assessment tools and proactive strategies to improve instruction methods and provide a record of growth in all developmental areas

Preschool Teacher

Heller Jewish Community Center
08.2013 - 08.2015
  • Utilized several lesson methods including whole group discussion, projects, games, and hands on discovery
  • Developed activities that fostered students' physical, emotional, and social growth
  • Organized special events to promote Jewish learning and active participation among families and the community

Preschool and Toddler Teacher

Smart Love Preschool
09.2011 - 06.2012
  • Collaborated with school staff to establish and implement a hands-on nature curriculum utilizing the school's expansive yard and organic gardens
  • Facilitated child-centered learning through intentional and creative activities and independent exploration
  • Provided an inviting and stimulating environment through thoughtful interactive classroom set-up

Education

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

DePaul University
Chicago, Illinois
03.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Earlham College
Richmond, Indiana
05.2008

Skills

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office programs
  • Utilization of technology resources
  • Data analysis
  • Detail oriented
  • Relationship building
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Time management

Certification

  • North Carolina Birth to Kindergarten Certificate (Type 14), July 2018
  • North Carolina Elementary Education Certificate K-6 (Type 25), July 2018
  • Certificate in English as a Second Language, September 2016
  • Illinois Early Childhood Certificate (Type 04), March 2013

Timeline

Reporting Specialist

Possip
08.2023 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher, Grade Level Chair

Millbrook Environmental Connections Magnet Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2022

Preschool Teacher

Ida. B. Wells Preparatory Elementary School
10.2015 - 06.2017

Preschool Teacher

Heller Jewish Community Center
08.2013 - 08.2015

Preschool and Toddler Teacher

Smart Love Preschool
09.2011 - 06.2012

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

DePaul University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Earlham College
ALEXA WISS