Alexander Tucker

atuck593@gmail.com

www.alexandertucker.weebly.com

OBJECTIVE: To provide instructional leadership as a Middle School or Elementary level educator for the 21st Century learner
PROFILE:

Permanent full time 7th & 8th grade math teacher

Student centered learning approach to teaching
Incorporate technology daily into the classroom through SMART boards ,Google Docs, and
Discovery Learning
Knowledgeable with PA SAS and PA Core Standards

EDUCATION
Wilkes University
M.S. Classroom Technology
Deans List Honors
Graduate program based on incorporating new and emerging technologies into the
modern classroom

Wilkes-Barre, PA
GPA 3.95 Summa Cum Laude
Fall 2014

Kutztown University
B.S. Education
Deans List Honors
Member of Kutztown Mens Rugby Team, qualified for the National Championship
Residence Hall Desk Receptionist

Kutztown, PA
GPA 3.5 Cum Laude
Spring 2009

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
TITLE 1 MATH TEACHER
Mahanoy Area School District, Middle School
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Use of innovative methods and materials to produce meaningful 21 century learning
experiences in math
Collaborate with other math teachers to improve learning experiences for a coherently
connected and planned curriculum
RTII , SAP, and School Data Team Member
ALGEBRA 1 MATH TEACHER
Mahanoy Area School District, High School
Developed and implemented lessons under the Algebra I curriculum to promote and
encourage Secondary Education math skills
21st CENTURY TUTOR
Schuylkill Achieve After School Program
Mahanoy Area School District
Planned and implemented enrichment activities for 5th through 8th grade students
Coordinated after school activities which include; tutoring in math, assistance with homework,
participation in the Knex Program and PA STEM Competition
Summer FUNdamentals Program
Mahanoy Area School District
Designed and implemented small summer classes under the principles of STEAM
including ; Crime Scene Investigation, Lego Robotics, Mythbusters, and Introduction to Art

Mahanoy City, PA
Spring 2010-Present

Mahanoy City, PA
2010-2011

Mahanoy City, PA
Fall 2010-Present

Mahanoy City, PA
Summer 2011-2014

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5th GRADE CLASSROOM TEACHER

St. Joseph Regional Academy
Independently planned short term and long term goals for students in all subject areas
Followed Diocesan curriculum and state standards to develop effective units of study
Implemented a school wide positive reinforcement plan
Involved with the D.A.R.E Program
STUDENT TEACHING
Wilson School District (West Lawn)
Cornwall Terrace Elementary School, Third Grade
Taught a 3rd Grade Self Contained Classroom
Instructed Guided Reading Lessons and implemented Literacy Centers
Chaperoned Field Trips to Crystal Cave and Quiet Valley Historical Farm
Whitehall-Coplay School District
Whitehall-Coplay Middle School, Fifth Grade
Planned and implemented long term units of study in Math, Reading and Science
Developed and instructed a thematic science unit on our solar system
Worked with a very diverse group of students which helped to develop the skills necessary
to co-teach and provide all students with the opportunity for learning
Parkland School District
Schnecksville Elementary School, Fifth Grade
Developed the skills necessary to manage and maintain a classroom
Designed and implemented daily lessons in all subject areas
Assisted with the school Turkey Trot and winter concert

Jim Thorpe, PA
Fall 09-Spring 2010

West Lawn, PA
Spring 2009

Whitehall, PA
Spring 2009

Schnecksville, PA
Fall 2008

CERTIFICATIONS
Pennsylvania Math Teacher 6-9 (Instructional Level II)
Pennsylvania Elementary Teacher K-6 (Instructional Level II)

2010
2009

COACHING AND RELATED EXPERIENCE

Assistant Varsity and Jr. High Football Coach
Panther Valley School District, Summit Hill, PA

Summer 2009Fall 2009

Girls Softball Coach

Lansford Little League, Lansford, PA

Summer 2007Summer 2009

Baseball and Football Camp Instructor

Marian Catholic High School, Tamaqua, PA

Summer 2003Summer 2005

PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT

Response to Instruction Intervention Conference (RTII) Schuylkill IU 29, Mar Lin, PA

September 2014

Pennsylvania Value Added Assessment System Conference (PVASS), Schuylkill IU 29, Mar Lin, PA October 2014
Student Assistance Program Conference (SAP) Caron Center, Wernersville, PA

March 2013

REFERENCES
Available upon request

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