Alison K.

Knipfer
19708 Revilla Circle
Eagle River, AK
907-244-1219
alisonk@gci.net

O BJECT I VE
To obtain a head teacher position at a school with a constructivist philosophy, an emphasis on
developing the whole student, and the aim of shaping empathetic and critical thinking citizens.

CERT IF ICAT ION

Elementary Education Graduate Certificate — University of Alaska, Southeast, August 7, 2016

EDU CAT IO N
Pursuing MAT in Elementary Education - University of Alaska, Southeast. Current GPA: 3.93.
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism/Public Communications - University of Alaska, Anchorage.
Graduated Cum Laude, May, 1994, Overall GPA: 3.51.

T EACH ING E XPE RIENCE

Third Grade Teacher, Rilke Schule Charter School— August 2016 to Present
Currently teaching third grade math using district curriculum, Go Math!. Teaching ELA using National
Graphic Reach for Reading curriculum. Experience administering MAP and PEAKS assessments.

Student Teacher, 6th Grade, Eagle River Elementary School — Jan. 4, 2016 to April 15, 2016
Taught core subjects including P.E., art, and health. Introduced/taught character traits through original unit on
character. Introduced/taught growth vs. fixed mindset. Designed and implemented replacement spelling
curriculum for host teacher. Worked with SPED teacher, teacher aides, and host teacher on accommodations,
behavior modification plans, and solutions for students receiving services. Attended staff meetings which
included Danielson training and 504 training.

Substitute Teacher, Anchorage School District — April, 2015 to August, 2016 — Grades K-6

PR ACTICUM EXP ERIENCE

Literacy in Intermediate Grades, 5th grade, Ravenwood Elementary School — Fall, 2015
Observed ELA instruction and classroom management techniques. Provided reading and writing support. Taught
reading, writing, and word study lessons. Conducted a reading miscue analysis and writing analysis on a lower
student to determine support strategies. Made instructional decisions based on the analyses, gave supplemental
support, monitored progress, and gave instructional recommendations to host teacher based on student progress.

Science, 5th grade, Ravenwood Elementary School — Fall, 2015

Observed Science instruction and assisted with ecosystem science unit. Assisted students with science research in the
computer lab. Taught lessons on photosynthesis, ecosystems, variables, simple machines, and a STEM lesson.

Social Studies, 8th Grade, Gruening Middle School — Spring, 2015

Conducted several lessons using primary and secondary sources. Practiced differentiation with use of visual aids,
auditory materials, and peer collaboration.
Early Childhood Literacy, 1st Grade, Birchwood ABC Elementary — Spring, 2015
Conducted several literacy lessons with differentiation for reading and writing. Learned the foundations of literacy
and how students begin to develop their reading and writing skills and strategies.

Math, 2nd Grade, Birchwood ABC Elementary — Spring, 2015

Conducted several lessons with 2nd graders, one STEM lesson, and one outside practicum lesson in a 4th grade
classroom.

Classroom Management, 2nd grade, Birchwood ABC Elementary — Fall, 2014

Practiced engaging students and managing the flow of lessons in math, SEL, and writing. Practiced varying
instructional approaches and strategies, differentiation, and behavior interventions for individual students.

SC H OO L EX P ER IENCE ~ EMP L OYM EN T

Resource Aide Substitute, Ravenwood Elementary — August 24, 2015 — Sept. 3, 2015
Employed as resource aide: Supported intermediate classrooms with students requiring inclusion support.
Conducted math and ELA pull-out support groups as needed. Provided thorough feedback to classroom and head
resource teachers on progress and/or behaviors of students with whom I worked.

Teacher Aide, 3rd grade, Birchwood ABC Elementary — November, 2014 — April, 2015
Employed as teacher aide: Assisted 3rd grade teachers with literacy and science support. Observed varying teaching
styles, classroom organization, and student interactions.

Teacher Aide, 2nd grade, Birchwood ABC Elementary — October, 2013 — April, 2015
Employed as teacher aide: Assisted 2nd grade teachers with math lessons by working with students in need of extra
support. Helped with general teacher support. Observed classroom management, teaching style, student behavior,
classroom & school community dynamic, as a whole.

Noon Supervisor, Birchwood ABC Elementary — October, 2013 — April, 2015

Employed as noon supervisor: Supervised each grade level to ensure positive peer interaction at recess and lunch.
Assisted students with developing conflict resolution skills, social skills, and lunchroom behavior expectations.

PR O F ESSIO NAL ORGA NIZATI ON S

Member, ASCD - 2014 to present; Member, AEA

SKILLS
• Effectively use literacy circles for student-lead, collaborative learning
• Plan and implement differentiation in lesson plans, teaching strategies, and classroom management
• Enthusiastic about teaching and modeling a growth vs. fixed mindset
• Promote social emotional learning through teaching character strengths: zest, grit, gratitude, curiosity,
optimism, self-control, and social-intelligence
• Design lessons to be cross-curricular, relevant, and developmentally appropriate
• Passionate about sharing with, and learning from colleagues
• Enhance instruction with use of technology
• Recognize the value of multicultural education and diversity