Passionate and knowledgeable educator with experience teaching at various schools including enviroschool, Montessori, Japanese public elementary school, and private IB English-immersion kindergarten, and more. I am able to foster individual student growth through effective classroom management and clear communication with staff and parents. I am committed to creating a positive environment that promotes respect among staff and students, and providing students with fundamental skills/knowledge for lifelong learning.
Hi, I’m
Alexandra Erin Bocock
Teacher
Summary
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Heart Corporation - Dispatch Ishii Elementary School
Art and English Instructor (ALT)
04.2025 - Current
Job overview
- English instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and listening through various instructional methods tailored to individual needs.
- Created lesson plans to foster different learning styles and abilities for optimal comprehension of material provided.
- Team teaching and assisting Japanese teachers in lesson planning and English instruction for both English and Art Subjects.
- Provided a positive learning environment by fostering open communication, mutual respect, and active listening skills among students.
Abroad International School
Homeroom Teacher
09.2022 - 03.2025
Job overview
- Implementing IB curriculum and used a variety of instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and to ensure all students could succeed in an English-only environment.
- Promoted a safe and positive environment by collaborating with teachers and parents to establish clear expectations and standards.
- Lesson planning, classroom management, student assessment and evaluation, documentation, daily care, afterschool study for out-of-school students.
- Assisting administration in reception.
Oxford Kindy
Student Teacher
12.2018 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Working together with registered teachers to learn about ECE ethical practice and learn about different centre philosophies while studying for my Bachelor's.
- Participated in professional development, meetings, team building, community events, and inquiry/lesson planning with teachers.
- Developed positive and respectful relationships with administration, teachers, students and families.
- Documented selected students learning experiences and shared with parents using Storypark on a weekly and monthly basis.
Education
New Zealand Tertiary College (NZTC)Christchurch, New Zealand
Bachelor of Teaching from Early Childhood Education
07-2022
University Overview
Oxford Area SchoolOxford, New Zealand
High School Diploma
11-2018
University Overview
- Recipient of Contribution to the Art Department Award , November, 2018
- Recipient of Lions Club Trophy , November, 2018
Skills
- Integrated language and art teaching
- Effective classroom management
- Support for individual student needs
- Clear communication with parents
- Adaptable and open-minded
- Knowledge of ECE and elementary curriculum
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Professional Working
French
Elementary
Maori
Elementary
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Personal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leaveWork-life balanceCompany CultureCareer advancementInterests
Art Education
Cover Letter
Cover Letter
I am a New Zealander currently residing in Japan together with my partner Lucas and we are currently in the process of immigrating to Canada within the next year or two. If you are interested and have the means to give support in this area, I would be most grateful.
Timeline
Art and English Instructor (ALT)
Heart Corporation - Dispatch Ishii Elementary School
04.2025 - Current
Homeroom Teacher
Abroad International School
09.2022 - 03.2025
Student Teacher
Oxford Kindy
12.2018 - 08.2022
New Zealand Tertiary College (NZTC)
Bachelor of Teaching from Early Childhood Education
Oxford Area School
High School Diploma
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