alexandra dixon , m. ed
English Language Arts 6 Teacher at Uplift Education
lang & lit myp , year 1 teacher | 6th grade team lead | ela 6 content teacher leader | 2020 teacher year | 2020 exemplary tia recipient
language literature ( year 1 ) myp teacher several year experience building relationship colleague , family , importantly , student simultaneously building effective curriculum best support learner diverse background . also established innovative leader proven success developing system best support campus district initiative . believe student ' voice matter able create positive change world . six year teaching international baccalaureate school , developed passion innovative instruction focus communication global mindedness . transition classroom , interested non-instructional opportunity allow share passion instruction teacher and/or develop academic program push student become confident , curious , culturally-sensitive , community-centered . specialty include : - proficient microsoft office - macintosh pc operating system - texas state standard teaching certification ; generalist ( ec-6 ) english second language supplemental ( ec-6 ) - highly qualified teacher according tia requirement
Uplift Education
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As the sixth grade English Language Arts (ELA) teacher, I provide students with appropriate educational activities and experiences that will enable them to fulfill their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. I also help students develop the skills they need to be a productive member of society.

Other job responsibilities for this role include:
- Working as a part of an interdisciplinary team to plan, align, and integrate curricula
- Work with a team to address and facilitate resolution regarding student issues and/or concerns
- Create rigorous and engaging long-term, quarterly, weekly, daily, and lesson-specific lesson plans
- Set clear short- and long-term goals to drive instruction
- Maintain a productive, safe, and learning-focused environment
- Create meaningful and frequent assessments in a timely manner
- Provide necessary accommodations and modifications for the growth and success of all learners
- Effectively teach the International Baccalaureate components
- Go above and beyond to ensure all learners are meeting appropriate standards
- Keep parents well-informed about students' progress, providing frequent and timely feedback
- Maintain an open-door policy
- Communicate effectively with students and caregivers
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English Language Arts 6 Teacher
Uplift Education
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As the team lead, I am a liaison between the Middle School Leadership Team and the cohort of sixth grade teachers. I provide guidance, instruction, direction, and leadership to to cohort for the purpose of best supporting our students and families. In order for the team to function, I must use my knowledge and skills to achieve our shared goals.

Below are further job responsibilities for this role:
- Plan for and lead team meetings on a biweekly basis
- Execute timely and accurate correspondence for all sixth grade families in regard to grade level initiatives
 - Create a healthy and motivating work environment and atmosphere that encourages all members of the cohort to be team players
- Listen to the cohort's feedback and facilitate resolution regarding issues and/or conflict
- Teaching demonstration lessons for the edification of fellow teachers
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6th Grade Team Lead
Uplift Education
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As a Content Teacher Leader (CTL), I am responsible for developing, planning, executing, delivering, and being knowledgeable about professional development materials based on district wide initiatives to all sixth grade English Language Arts teachers in the district. I maintain consistent communication with members of the cohort to provide curricular support as well as with the Curriculum and Instruction Specialist.

Below are further job responsibilities:
- Deliver professional development in both physical and virtual setting while maintaining adult engagement by way of various presenting strategies
- Work in collaboration with staff and administration toward achieving Uplift's mission and objectives
- Communicate effectively with parents and teachers about Uplift and its programs
- Strive to accomplish goals established before and during the year by the Operating Board and Managing Director
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Content Teacher Leader for 6th Grade ELA
Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
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As a Special Education paraprofessional, I worked closely with special education students on a regular basis in order to provide them with the physical help and emotional support they need to gain the full benefits from their educational placement under the direction of the supervising teacher(s).

Other job responsibilities for this rule include:
As a paraprofessional, I was tasked with the following:
- To assist students(s) to whom assigned in any physical tasks directed by supervisor
- Give reinforcement to students in the areas of social studies, math, science, and reading or other areas as directed by supervisor
- Support the teacher of record on methods, materials and strategies for reinforcements on target children
- Aid teacher, when requested, in communication between home and school
- Participate in on-going staff development.
- Help plan scheduling for meeting the needs of students
- Help collect and/or prepare materials to support student learning
- Communicate regularly with teachers as to student’s needs and progress.
- Treat all information about the school, teachers, children and their families as strictly confidential
Special Education Paraprofessional
Master of Education - MEd
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
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University of North Texas
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Bachelor of Science - BS
Psychology
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University of Oklahoma
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The Rise Together award was given by members of the Uplift School Board because the Middle School Teachers at Uplift North Hills Preparatory showed continued and valiant efforts to support learners as they transitioned from the virtual back into the in-person classroom whilst earning the highest scores on the district assessment in the entire network.
Uplift School Board
Rise Together
The Bow Tie Award was given to the Middle School teachers of Uplift North Hills Preparatory due to their tenacious and unfaltering efforts to pivot from in-person to virtual learning while simultaneously meeting the needs of all learners and helping them to make academic, social, and emotional gains in the midst of a pandemic.
Yasmin Bhatia, CEO of Uplift Education
Bow Tie Award
I have consistently been regarded as a teacher who exceeds expectations at each of the beginning, middle, and end of year observations. I have also consistently aided in my students' growth in both their district and state assessments. Due to the efficacy of my teaching, I have been designated as a highly effective teacher by Uplift Education by way of the Texas Education Agency.
Uplift Education via Texas Education Agency
Exemplary TIA Recipient
I was one of three teachers recognized as finalists for the Middle School Teacher of the Year award.
North Hills Preparatory
Finalist, Middle School Teacher of the Year
I was awarded Teacher of the Year due to my consistent embodiment of the district's core values, Rise Together, Inspire Innovation, Scholars First, and Elevate Expectations.
North Hills Preparatory
Teacher of the Year
I exemplified one of the district's core values, Rise Together, by being a solution-oriented team lead who is always looking for ways to improve current systems. I made myself available to help others as well as volunteered to mentor and support a first year teacher.
North Hills Preparatory
Teacher of the Month
I was one of three teachers recognized as finalists for the Middle School Teacher of the Year award.
North Hills Preparatory
Finalist, Middle School Teacher of the Year
The Middle School teachers at Uplift North Hills Preparatory teach and model how to embody the ten different IB Learner Profile Traits on a daily basis so that learners are able to emulate the same behaviors to effectively interact and collaborate with their peers. At the end of the year, the team was tasked with voting on which educator best modeled each of the traits on a consistent basis throughout the year. I was awarded with Most Effective Communicator Award as a result of my ability to consistently and effectively communicate with warmth and timeliness whilst assuming best intent with both my colleagues and students as well as their guardians.
North Hills Preparatory
Most Effective Communicator
I exemplified one of the district's core values, Elevate Expectations, by elevating my teaching methods. I was able to yield the highest scores in the district on the district assessment given.
North Hills Preparatory
Teacher of the Month
I was one of three teachers recognized as finalists for the Middle School Teacher of the Year award.
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Finalist, Middle School Teacher of the Year
I maintained a 4.0 average during the Spring semester of 2011.
University of Oklahoma
Dean's List
Texas Education Agency
Classroom Teacher, English as a Second Language Supplemental, EC-6
Texas Education Agency
Classroom Teacher, Generalist, Grades EC-6
Texas Education Agency
Principal, Grades EC-12
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