Alexis Watson
Memphis
Summary
Professional educator with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student assessment. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs. Valued for strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Science Classroom Teacher
Booker T. Washington Middle School
08.2023 - Current
- - Achieved Level 4 teacher status in science, demonstrating excellence in instructional effectiveness and student growth
- - Teacher of the Year nominee (2025)
- - Selected as Middle School Science Department Chair, leading vertical alignment, coaching teachers, and improving science instruction through data-driven decisions.
- - Achieved Level 4 teacher status in math and science, demonstrating excellence in instructional effectiveness and student growth.
- - Led the inaugural 6th grade softball team as head coach to a 7-2 winning season in its first year.
- - Developed and delivered engaging, standards-based science lessons aligned with curriculum objectives.
- - Utilized hands-on experiments and interactive activities to reinforce scientific concepts and inquiry skills.
- - Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs and support academic growth.
- - Integrated technology and multimedia tools to enhance lesson delivery and student understanding.
- - Assessed student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing timely feedback.
- - Fostered a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encouraged curiosity and critical thinking.
- - Collaborated with grade-level teams and parents to support student achievement and behavior goals.
- - Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and classroom behavior.
Educational Assistant
Booker T. Washington Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2023
- - Supported staff in managing and improving student behavior using proactive, district-approved strategies.
- - Applied verbal de-escalation techniques and maintained student and staff safety.
- - Collaborated effectively with colleagues, staff, and community partners.
- - Provided one-on-one and small group instruction.
- - Prepared instructional materials and assisted with administrative tasks and reporting.
- - Supported students with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
- - Assisted with IEP accommodations and behavior intervention plans.
- - Monitored student progress and communicated observations to teaching staff.
Substitute Teacher
Killeen ISD
10.2021 - 05.2022
- - Adapted to diverse subjects, grade levels, and teaching styles.
- - Managed classroom behavior and maintained instructional continuity.
- - Followed lesson plans to ensure consistency across subjects.
- - Maintained classroom order and upheld school policies.
- - Built rapport with students to encourage participation.
- - Adapted teaching methods in real-time.
- - Took attendance and documented classroom activity.
- - Facilitated group and independent work.
- - Provided one-on-one academic support.
- - Responded effectively to unexpected situations.
Substitute Teacher
Waco ISD
10.2021 - 05.2022
- - Adapted to diverse subjects, grade levels, and teaching styles.
- - Managed classroom behavior and maintained instructional continuity.
- - Followed lesson plans to ensure consistency across subjects.
- - Maintained classroom order and upheld school policies.
- - Built rapport with students to encourage participation.
- - Adapted teaching methods in real-time.
- - Took attendance and documented classroom activity.
- - Facilitated group and independent work.
- - Provided one-on-one academic support.
- - Responded effectively to unexpected situations.
Education
Masters - Secondary Education
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ03-2026
Bachelors - Criminal Justice
Texas A&M University, Central Texas
Killeen, TX05-2023
Skills
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Technology integration
- Skills development
- Standardized tests
- Student rapport
Timeline
6th Grade Science Classroom Teacher
Booker T. Washington Middle School
08.2023 - Current
Educational Assistant
Booker T. Washington Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Substitute Teacher
Killeen ISD
10.2021 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher
Waco ISD
10.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelors - Criminal Justice
Texas A&M University, Central Texas
Masters - Secondary Education
University of Phoenix