Allison Frank
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Educational professional well-versed in innovative teaching methods and curriculum development for middle school students. Known for creating engaging and supportive classroom environment that motivates students to achieve their best. Highly collaborative and adaptable, with focus on teamwork and effective communication skills to drive educational success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sixth Grade Math Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
08.2021 - Current
- Utilizes Illustrative Math curriculum to plan and conduct 90-minute math lessons for 26-28 students.
- Implements differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs within the classroom environment.
- Utilizes data-driven assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Fosters a positive classroom culture promoting collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
- Develops engaging lesson plans aligning with curriculum standards to enhance student understanding of mathematical concepts.
Mathematics Instructional Coach & Eighth Grade Math Teacher
Young Scholars Charter School
08.2010 - 06.2021
- Planned lessons with Carnegie Learning curriculum and creates supplementary materials to implement in 75-minute math lessons for 26-30 8th grade students.
- Regularly reviewed weekly lesson plans, observed teachers in the classroom, and provided teachers with reflective and actionable feedback
- Collaborated with other instructional coaches to provide quality professional development and curriculum implementation guidance to teachers
- Planned and coordinated weekly content team meetings with other math teachers, with a focus on data analysis and planning classroom activities
- Planned and facilitated weekly after-school tutoring sessions for a small group of students
- Planned and facilitated weekly meetings with other eighth grade team members to develop and assess implementation of school systems and student progress
Sixth Grade Math Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
06.2008 - 08.2010
- Used Math in Context curriculum to plan and conduct 80-minute math lessons for 20-26 students.
Education
M.Ed. - Mathematics Education with Distinction
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA05.2015
B.A. - Mathematics, Minor in Education
Haverford College
Haverford, PA05.2008
Skills
- Excellent planning and organizational skills
- Extensive content knowledge of middle school and secondary mathematics
- Develops effective relationships with students, parents, teachers and staff
- Mastery of Microsoft Office and Google Classroom
Certification
- Pennsylvania State Teaching Certificate in Secondary Mathematics (7-12) – Instructional Level 2 (2015)
- Pennsylvania State Teaching Certificate in Middle Years Mathematics (4-8) (2022)
- Young Scholars Charter School: Maureen Harris Award for Instructional Excellence (2013)
Timeline
Sixth Grade Math Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
08.2021 - Current
Mathematics Instructional Coach & Eighth Grade Math Teacher
Young Scholars Charter School
08.2010 - 06.2021
Sixth Grade Math Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
06.2008 - 08.2010
B.A. - Mathematics, Minor in Education
Haverford College
M.Ed. - Mathematics Education with Distinction
Arcadia University
ADDITIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Mentor Teacher with Teacher Residency Program, Drexel University School of Education (2017 – 2023)