Stefan Alexiev

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Grand Rapids, MI **503

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Cell: 616- 780-6491

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Summary

* Multilingual professional 6- 12 grade teacher with seven years of teaching experience ensuring

effective delivery of the geography curriculum. * Thorough knowledge of the entire spectrum of

physical and human geography such as earth science, geology, geomorphology, climatology,

hydrology, environmental science, historical, cultural and ethnic geography, bio-geography,

cartography, etc.* Theoretical knowledge combined with several months of field work and practice. *

Excellent working relationships with colleagues and students (see letters of recommendations)*

Strive to teach beyond the page, opening new windows of knowledge for the students. *

Commitment to excellency and academic success of every single child. * Current Substitute Teacher

in West Michigan Area.

Highlights

Lesson planning expertise Tutoring experience

Academic performance evaluations Multilingual in English, Bulgarian and

Resource management Russian

Standardized testing Self- contained classrooms

Resource management International Reading Association

Michigan Teaching Certification in

process

Accomplishments

* Managed classes of up to 32 students each.* Chaperoned numerous field trips and after- school

activities per each calendar year.* Designed weekly lesson plans focused on age and level-

appropriate material..* Collaborated with department and faculty members to design a year-round

standard-based curriculum.* Developed innovative instruction methods that became the standard for

meeting district goals.* Organized after- school activities such as Geography and History Olympiad.

Experience

September 1992 t o Professional School of Culinary Arts and Tourism, Elementary and Middle School July 1999

Razlog, Bulgaria

6- 12 Geography and Science Teacher * Taught Physical and Human Geography of Europe and

Bulgaria * Physical Geography of the World* Earth Science and Astronomy* Cultural Geography of

Europe* Substitute Biology Teacher* Academic Advisor for 6- 12 grade students* Presented all class

material and policies accurately and clearly for all the classes each semester.* Used a variety of

teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations.

* Enforced both classroom and administration policies and rules at all times.* Established positive

relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.* Encouraged discussion of class

material to promote critical thinking.* Participated in regular training courses to keep up-to- date with

new teaching methods and developments in the field.* Kept accurate records of student performance,

maintaining the confidentiality of student records and information at all times.* Met with parents and

guardians to discuss students' progress at least once per semester.* Enforced both classroom and

administration policies and rules at all times.* Incorporated engaging texts to enhance literacy skills

and foster a fun and engaging learning environment.* Taught more than 200 students each semester.*

Coached students and reviewed test material in preparation for state-wide standardized tests.*

Monitored students for destructive or unhealthy behavior and reported concerns to guidance

counselors.* Set and enforced clear deadlines for student work.* Planned and conducted hands- on

activities to provide students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate.* Helped

students develop and improve study methods and habits.

Education

University of Sofia "St. Kliment Ohridski"

1992

Sofia, BulgariaPhysical and Human Geography + Environmental ScienceMaster of ArtsBachelor

Degree in Geography and Environmental Science 1987-1991Master Degree in Education 1991- 1992

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