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Alisha Morrison

Alisha Morrison

Big Lake

Summary

I am an educator in my third year of teaching. I have been working in education for the past eight years. I am passionate about teaching and love helping students achieve their goals. My classroom experience and commitment to student achievement have strengthened my ability to adapt, persevere, and apply effective practices to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for every student. I am experienced with creating nurturing and effective learning environment for second-grade students. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to engage students and promote academic growth. Knowledge of effective classroom management and curriculum development ensures productive and positive educational experience.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Second Grade Teacher

Liberty Elementary School
Big Lake, MN
08.2023 - Current
  • Plan and implement curriculum aligned with state standards.
  • Communicates to families to maintain a positive and collaborative partnership.
  • Utilize assessments and data to understand students’ individual needs and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
  • Organized classroom resources to promote an efficient learning space for all students.
  • Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
  • Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Managed classroom effectively using positive discipline techniques and behavior management plans tailored to individual student needs.
  • Created a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered critical thinking and creativity in students.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.

Building Substitute Teacher

Big Lake Schools- Liberty Elementary
Big Lake, MN
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Implemented lesson plans to support diverse student learning needs.
  • Fostered positive classroom environment encouraging student engagement and participation.
  • Collaborated with teachers to enhance instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
  • Adapted quickly to varied classroom settings, ensuring smooth transitions between lessons.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance and performance metrics.
  • Developed supportive relationships with students, promoting their social and emotional development.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching skills and methodologies.
  • Established high expectations for all learners, fostering a growth mindset that encouraged persistent effort toward academic goals.
  • Designed engaging curricular units aligned with state standards while incorporating real-world applications.

Long Term Substitute

Big Lake Schools-Liberty Elementary
Big Lake, MN
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Delivered instruction in absence of regular teachers, ensuring continuity of learning.
  • Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment, promoting student engagement and participation.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing school-wide discipline policies.
  • Collaborated with staff to enhance curriculum delivery and instructional methods.
  • Adapted lesson plans to accommodate diverse learners, including those with special needs or language barriers.
  • Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, making concepts more relatable and easier to understand for students.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - M.Ed. in Literacy

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
02.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Mayville State University
Mayville, ND
12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Child Development And Family Science; Minor: Psych

North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND
12-2007

Skills

  • Ability to collaborate effectively with families and team members
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Welcoming classroom environment
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Lesson plan development
  • Organizational skills
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Technology integration
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Classroom management

Timeline

Second Grade Teacher

Liberty Elementary School
08.2023 - Current

Building Substitute Teacher

Big Lake Schools- Liberty Elementary
08.2022 - 05.2023

Long Term Substitute

Big Lake Schools-Liberty Elementary
03.2022 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - M.Ed. in Literacy

American College of Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Mayville State University

Bachelor of Science - Child Development And Family Science; Minor: Psych

North Dakota State University
Alisha Morrison