Alexis Burns
Fairfax
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Fairfax County & Flowing Hills Public Schools
12.2021 - Current
- Demonstrate adaptability by working in various classrooms, providing support across diverse subjects and grade levels
- Implement lesson plans from regular teachers, ensuring a smooth continuation of the learning process
- Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere, fostering a conducive environment for student learning
- Effectively manage classroom behavior and resolved conflicts with a focus on promoting a respectful and cooperative atmosphere
- Establish rapport with students, earning positive feedback from both students and fellow educators
Server
Ned's New England Deck
05.2023 - Current
- Manage orders, payments, and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Maintain cleanliness and adhere to health and safety standards
- Resolve customer concerns with strong communication and problem-solving skills
Head Swim Team Coach and Swim Lessons Instructor
Villa Aquatic Swim Club (Northern VA Swim League)
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Delivered engaging and effective swim instruction to children of all skill levels, from first-time learners to advanced swimmers working on stroke refinement.
- Fostered a supportive, encouraging learning environment using clear communication, patience, and empathy to help students build confidence and improve their swimming techniques.
- Facilitated clear and effective communication with the pool board, supervisor, swim team representatives, league officials, junior coaches, parents, and swimmers to ensure smooth operations and foster strong relationships.
Lifeguard and Lifeguard Manager
Villa Aquatic
06.2019 - 08.2023
- American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR & AED, First Aid, and Pool Operators Certifications
- Ensured pool safety by actively monitoring swimmers, enforcing rules, and responding to emergencies.
- Provided exceptional customer service by assisting guests with transactions, event scheduling, and space reservations.
- Efficiently created and managed weekly lifeguard schedules, ensuring adequate staffing levels.
- Accurately reported employee hours to payroll for timely and accurate compensation
- Basic pool cleaning: wiping tables and chairs, maintaining bathroom cleanliness, sweeping pool deck, emptying trash, etc
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
The University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.2025
Skills
- Strong Communicator and Collaboarator
- Differentiated Instruction
- ESL/ELL Instructions
- Classroom Management
- Organization and Time Management
- Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
- Technology Proficiency
- Interpersonal Skills
References
- Trina Zimmerman, iCat Site Coordinator, (520) 490-0127, tzimmermann@arizona.edu
- Lisa Lawson, Mentor Teacher, (818) 620-1160, Lisa.Lawson@fwusd.org
Timeline
Server
Ned's New England Deck
05.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Fairfax County & Flowing Hills Public Schools
12.2021 - Current
Head Swim Team Coach and Swim Lessons Instructor
Villa Aquatic Swim Club (Northern VA Swim League)
05.2021 - 08.2024
Lifeguard and Lifeguard Manager
Villa Aquatic
06.2019 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
The University of Arizona
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