Allison Boyd
Waukesha,WI
Summary
Experienced educator with a strong focus on nurturing young minds and fostering a supportive, positive learning environment. Adept at curriculum development, classroom management, and differentiated instruction, ensuring every student thrives. Known for collaborating effectively with colleagues and adapting to evolving educational needs, ensuring consistent, impactful results.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade Teacher
Mukwonago Area School District
08.2019 - Current
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Collaborated as a member of PLC teams to plan instruction for enriching or reteaching content across grade levels.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development and behavior goals, to contribute positively to the overall school and district climate.
- Member of the following teams; PBIS Tier 1 and Tier 2, PLC Member, Math Pilot Team, Literacy Research Team, Teacher Advisory Group with the Superintendent.
Kindergarten and 1st Grade Teacher
Whitewater Unified School District
08.2013 - 07.2019
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary units of study, promoting cross-curricular connections for students.
- Designed instruction that fostered student academic and social growth by using a variety of teaching strategies.
- Served as a member of the piloting and implementation teams for the Superkids reading curriculum and Leader in Me framework.
- Served as a member of the following teams, PBIS, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, and Professional Learning Team.
- Planned and implemented lessons that involve students in a hands-on approach to learning.
- Fostered meaningful relationships with students, parents and faculty.
Volunteer Experience: Sunday School Teacher
RiverGlen Christian Church
09.2005 - 09.2014
- Developed weekly lessons, special projects and games that engage students in meaningful learning.
- Selected appropriate material for the curriculum to align with bible stories.
- Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings.
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and creative teaching methods.
Summer School Teacher
Waukesha School District
06.2013 - 07.2013
- Developed daily, hands-on science experiments to meet the needs of students ages K-2nd grade.
- Fostered learning, positivity and community in the classroom.
- Differentiated lessons based on students' needs and abilities.
- Integrated writing into science through journaling.
Student Teacher
Mukwonago Area Schools and Waukesha Schools
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Worked with classroom teacher (Kindergarten and 3rd Grade Classroom) to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
Nanny
Nanny Position
05.2009 - 01.2013
- Enhanced children's emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to two young children.
- Tutored my two children and assisted with completing homework assignments and school projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Early Childhood
Carroll University
Waukesha, WI05-2013
Skills
- Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Communication
- Individualized Learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Positive Reinforcement
Accomplishments
- Author of a Children's Book - The Day is Awake
Timeline
Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade Teacher
Mukwonago Area School District
08.2019 - Current
Kindergarten and 1st Grade Teacher
Whitewater Unified School District
08.2013 - 07.2019
Summer School Teacher
Waukesha School District
06.2013 - 07.2013
Student Teacher
Mukwonago Area Schools and Waukesha Schools
01.2013 - 06.2013
Nanny
Nanny Position
05.2009 - 01.2013
Volunteer Experience: Sunday School Teacher
RiverGlen Christian Church
09.2005 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Early Childhood
Carroll University
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