Alexis Shoemaker
Republic
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated early childhood educator with experience in birth through second-grade classrooms. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and differentiated instruction, with a strong commitment to fostering inclusive, engaging, and nurturing learning environments. Known for effective communication and collaboration with mentor teachers to support student growth and development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Nixa Public Schools
Nixa
08.2025 - Current
- Designed and delivered engaging, standards-aligned lessons to support student learning.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies, fostering a positive, and structured classroom environment.
- Collaborated with a mentor teacher to refine instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Assessed student progress using both formal and informal assessment methods.
- Adapted instruction to meet the needs of students with IEPs, 504 plans, and ADHD.
Practicum Student
McGregor Elementary School
Springfield
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Observed classroom instruction, managed classroom routines, and assisted with phonics instruction.
- Assisted the mentor teacher with classroom management.
- Assisted in administering running records to assess reading and fluency levels.
Practicum Student
Bingham Elementary School
Springfield
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Planned and taught lessons under the guidance of a mentor teacher.
- Assisted the mentor teacher with maintaining a positive classroom environment.
- Supported students with individualized needs.
Nanny
Sommerich Family
Wentzville
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for a 6-month-old, promoting physical, cognitive, and emotional growth.
- Designed and implemented engaging, age-appropriate activities to stimulate learning, exploration, and sensory development.
- Communicated regularly with parents, providing detailed updates on daily routines, milestones, and developmental progress.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Missouri State University
Springfield, Missouri, MO12-2025
High School Diploma -
Wentzville Holt High School
Wentzville, MO05-2021
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Behavior/classroom management
- Organization
- Differentiated instruction
- Adaptability and flexibility
Accomplishments
- Deans List - Spring 2023, Fall 2023, Fall 2025
Certification
- PRAXIS - Early Childhood Education
Timeline
Student Teacher
Nixa Public Schools
08.2025 - Current
Practicum Student
McGregor Elementary School
02.2025 - 05.2025
Practicum Student
Bingham Elementary School
09.2024 - 12.2024
Nanny
Sommerich Family
03.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Missouri State University
High School Diploma -
Wentzville Holt High School