Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Alyssa Degala

Chiang Mai

Summary

Invested teacher and mentor who cares about students' well-being both in and outside of the classroom. Began teaching to help promote knowledge of psychology and student development. Discovered a deep appreciation for one-on-one student interactions through advising. This led me to pursue a master's in student affairs in higher education. Recognized by colleagues and students for my driven and inspiring nature.

Overview

6
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

Work History

Colorado State University

Wolves to Rams Research Intern
09.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Provided support and guidance to several transfer students.
  • Developed surveys in Qualtrics.
  • Completed research, compiled data, and updated the Access database.
  • Helped write an annual report.
  • Presented in workshops to students.
  • Learned about securing grants.



Nakornpayap International School

AP Psychology & Research Teacher
01.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Advised and counseled students to assist in college planning and develop skills to succeed.
  • Through tailored lessons and activities, helped students achieve AP scores that exceeded local and global scores.
  • Aided students in conducting primary research and writing a thesis.
  • Helped co-chair a successful Technology Panel and drive initiatives such as securing resources for students (i.e. iPads/ Chromebooks).
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.

Payap University

Career Development Intern
01.2023 - 04.2023

Job overview

  • Developed an entire career development curriculum.
  • Led workshops for job seekers to provide information on job searching, application completion, and resume building.
  • Developed and deepened connections with mentees, influencing career, and life choices for more than 40 students.
  • Helped students advance career readiness and promote student development.


Oonrak International School

English Teacher
10.2019 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh ways virtually and in person for 200 students.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering the Cambridge English curriculum.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.

Gateways to Change

Assistant Director
06.2018 - 10.2019

Job overview

  • Partnered with behavioral specialists to mentor clients with developmental disabilities.
  • Ensured the safety and overall well-being of six clients on the spectrum.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • As a certified medicine technician, I gave clients their prescriptions accordingly.

Education

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, Colorado

Master of Science from Student Affairs in Higher Education
05.2025

University Overview

  • 4.0 GPA

American Public University
Charlestown, West Virginia

Master of Arts from Psychology
02.2017

University Overview

  • 3.87 GPA
  • Dean's List 2015-2017
  • Graduated Magna Cum Laude

University of Rhode Island
Kingston, Rhode Island

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
05.2014

University Overview

  • Dean's List, 2011-2014
  • 3.33 GPA
  • Recipient of Senior Psychology Contribution Award, Spring, 2023

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Career mentoring/ development
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail

Accomplishments

  • Managed a caseload of mentoring 40 students alongside teaching 80 students.
  • Supervised a team of 20 staff members.
  • Revamped technology use policies and procedures, modernizing strategies and improving infrastructure.
  • Designed, developed, and implemented daily lessons for 90 students.

Certification

  • AP Research scorer
  • CITI Research

Timeline

Wolves to Rams Research Intern

Colorado State University
09.2023 - Current

Career Development Intern

Payap University
01.2023 - 04.2023

AP Psychology & Research Teacher

Nakornpayap International School
01.2022 - Current

English Teacher

Oonrak International School
10.2019 - 01.2022

Assistant Director

Gateways to Change
06.2018 - 10.2019

Colorado State University

Master of Science from Student Affairs in Higher Education

American Public University

Master of Arts from Psychology

University of Rhode Island

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
Alyssa Degala