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Alissa Hutton

Dripping Springs

Summary

Passionate early literacy leader with extensive experience designing and delivering Science of Reading-based professional development, coaching educators and district leaders, and leading large-scale curriculum implementation nationwide. Recognized for building strong partnerships with districts, creating engaging PD content, and shaping sustainable literacy initiatives.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager, Professional Development Design - Science of Reading

Amplify Education
Brooklyn
03.2023 - 07.2025
  • Developed and launched a 3-part asynchronous course series (Science of Reading: The Learning Lab) with national reach.
  • Designed and delivered Science of Reading-based PD for educators and internal teams across multiple states.
  • Authored and secured statewide RFPs for Science of Reading PD, expanding strategic partnerships.
  • Built and maintained a comprehensive Science of Reading PD resource library to support internal teams and district partners.
  • Supported content creation, webinars, and thought leadership materials for national audiences.

Manager, Professional Development Design - PreK-5 Literacy

Amplify Education
Brooklyn
07.2021 - 03.2023
  • Created and adapted in-person, virtual, and asynchronous PD materials to support Launch, Strengthen, and Coach offerings.
  • Designed and facilitated onboarding programs for multiple cohorts of Professional Learning Specialists delivering Amplify CKLA PD.
  • Developed research-based training experiences grounded in adult learning principles to improve facilitator readiness and confidence.
  • Maintained and refined PD content to reflect evolving product updates and district implementation needs.

Professional Development Partnerships Manager, CKLA

Amplify Education
Brooklyn
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Facilitated PD and coaching sessions for Texas district leaders during CKLA pilot programs.
  • Partnered with districts nationwide to customize PD plans, ensuring successful curriculum implementation.
  • Aligned professional learning with instructional goals by building collaborative relationships with leadership.
  • Provided strategic guidance on literacy initiatives and instructional best practices.

Professional Learning Specialist

Amplify
Brooklyn
05.2020 - 09.2020
  • Conducted teacher training sessions on Amplify CKLA to enhance adoption of structured literacy practices.
  • Delivered coaching and implementation support for early literacy curriculum and technology tools.

Reading Interventionist / Dyslexia Therapist

Walnut Springs Elementary
Dripping Springs
07.2016 - 06.2019
  • Provided structured literacy intervention and dyslexia therapy for K-5 students.
  • Monitored student progress and collaborated with administrators to adapt instruction and interventions.

Elementary Teacher

AESA Prep Academy
Austin
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Designed and delivered multi-grade classroom instruction with a focus on literacy development.
  • Differentiated lessons to meet diverse student needs.

Educational Consultant - Sales Team

Rourke Educational Publishing
Central
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Presented literacy products and instructional resources to district leaders and at state-level conferences.

Instructional Support Coordinator

Austin ISD
Austin
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Managed district-wide benchmarks and short-cycle assessments.
  • Served as liaison between leadership, curriculum teams, and counseling staff.

Independent Education Consultant / Classroom Teacher

Self-Employed
Round Rock
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Designed and facilitated PD and coaching programs focused on literacy instruction for teachers and campus leaders.
  • Developed instructional resources and lesson plans adopted district-wide.
  • Partnered with district leaders to implement sustainable literacy programs.

Educational Consultant

Dryk and Associates
Austin
06.2001 - 01.2003
  • Developed and delivered literacy-focused PD for district teachers and leaders.
  • Conducted coaching and strategic planning sessions to strengthen early literacy instruction.

Elementary Teacher / Language Arts Facilitator

Round Rock ISD
Round Rock
08.1996 - 06.2001
  • Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
  • Facilitated interactive classroom activities to promote student participation.
  • Assessed student progress through curriculum based measures.

Education

Master of Education -

University of Minnesota
Twin Cities, MN
01.1999

Graduate Degree - Elementary Education

University of Minnesota
Twin Cities, MN
01.1996

Bachelor of Science -

University of Minnesota
Twin Cities, MN
01.1995

Skills

  • Literacy leadership
  • Science of reading
  • District consultation
  • Professional development
  • Coaching and facilitation
  • Curriculum design
  • Early literacy assessment
  • Educational technology platforms
  • Thought leadership
  • Public speaking and presentations

Websites

Certification

Certified Academic Language Practitioner (CALP)

Timeline

Manager, Professional Development Design - Science of Reading

Amplify Education
03.2023 - 07.2025

Manager, Professional Development Design - PreK-5 Literacy

Amplify Education
07.2021 - 03.2023

Professional Development Partnerships Manager, CKLA

Amplify Education
09.2020 - 07.2021

Professional Learning Specialist

Amplify
05.2020 - 09.2020

Reading Interventionist / Dyslexia Therapist

Walnut Springs Elementary
07.2016 - 06.2019

Elementary Teacher

AESA Prep Academy
01.2014 - 01.2015

Educational Consultant - Sales Team

Rourke Educational Publishing
01.2013 - 01.2014

Instructional Support Coordinator

Austin ISD
01.2012 - 01.2013

Independent Education Consultant / Classroom Teacher

Self-Employed
01.2003 - 01.2006

Educational Consultant

Dryk and Associates
06.2001 - 01.2003

Elementary Teacher / Language Arts Facilitator

Round Rock ISD
08.1996 - 06.2001

Master of Education -

University of Minnesota

Graduate Degree - Elementary Education

University of Minnesota

Bachelor of Science -

University of Minnesota

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