1. Alisha Goodson
770 River Hill Road, Statesville, NC 28625
704-402-6572
Goodsonak@appstate.edu
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Objective
To obtain a High School History teacher position in order to create and implement engaging lessons in Social
Studies that incorporate historical thinking and 21st century skills.
Education
Appalachian State University, Boone, NC December 2015
Bachelor of Science in History, Social Studies Education
Chancellor’s List 6 Semesters
Dean’s List 8 Semesters
Study Abroad
Alternate Spring Break in England
Studied British Medieval History and Culture March 2013
Certifications
Passed PRAXIS II Social Studies: Content Knowledge and
PRAXISS II Principles of Learning and Teaching: Grades 7–12
Teaching License Pending (Must pass Student Teaching)
Teaching Experience
West Iredell High School, Statesville, NC Fall 2015
Student Teacher11th
and 12th
grade
American History II and Psychology
Design and implement effective lesson plans using 21st century skills and historical thinking
Assess student learning through formative and summative assessments
Create lessons that align with North Carolina Standard Course of Study and Common Core
Incorporate technology as a tool for teaching and learning
Provide supplemental work for both low-performing and high-achieving students
Effectively communicate with cooperating teacher, university supervisor other school personnel, and
parent/guardians
Ashe County High School, West Jefferson, NC
Intern, 11th
Grade American History II Spring 2015
Facilitated group discussion and higher-order thinking
Encouraged good classroombehavior and assisted with classroommanagement
Facilitated learning with students in small groups,and individually
2. Alisha Goodson
770 River Hill Road, Statesville, NC 28625
704-402-6572
Goodsonak@appstate.edu
__________________________________________________________________
Community Activities
North Iredell High School Foothills Invitational, Statesville, NC Summer 2013-2014
Coordinated the placement of marching bands and guests
Facilitated band changes and made sure the schedule ran smoothly
Ran Concessions
Work Experience
Bi-Lo, Customer Service Associate, Statesville, NC May 2010-Present
Appalachian State University, Foreign Language Lab Assistant, Boone, NC Fall 2011-Spring 2015
ProfessionalDevelopment
Reich College of Education Seminars
Student Teacher Seminar I August 2015
StudentsTeacher SeminarII October 2015
PLC Departmental Meetings August-October2015
Early Release Professional Development Meetings September and October 2015
References
Mr. Gordon Palmer
Principal, West Iredell High School, Statesville, NC
704-873-2181
gpalmer@iss.k12.nc.us.
Mr. Joseph Fredo
Cooperating Teacher, Department Chair, West Iredell High School, Statesville, NC
704-873-2181
jfredo@iss.k12.nc.us
Mr. Tim Roberson
Manager, Bi-Lo, Statesville, NC
336-692-1321
