Allison Talbot
Oakdale,LA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Allen Parish School Board, excelling in classroom management and differentiated instruction. Cultivated strong relationships with students and parents, enhancing engagement and fostering a supportive learning environment. Committed to continuous professional development, implementing innovative strategies that significantly improved student understanding and retention.
Energetic and compassionate individual with passion for fostering positive learning environment. Possesses deep understanding of educational principles and effective classroom management techniques, coupled with proficiency in curriculum development and lesson planning. Committed to inspiring students and fostering academic growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Allen Parish School Board
08.2022 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve student understanding and retention of complex subjects.
- Monitored student progress and provided tailored feedback to support individual learning needs and goals.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects, fostering a cohesive educational environment.
- Utilized technology tools for effective classroom management and enhanced student engagement during lessons.
- Organized extracurricular activities that promoted teamwork, leadership, and social skills among students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to promote early childhood learning.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged social interaction and emotional development.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and address developmental concerns.
- Monitored student behavior, providing guidance and support to ensure a safe learning space.
- Organized educational activities that enhanced literacy and numeracy skills in preschoolers.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - English
12-2021
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Classroom instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Student-centered learning
- Child development
Accomplishments
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
Languages
English
Timeline
Teacher - Allen Parish School Board
08.2022 - Current
Louisiana State University At Alexandria - Bachelor of Science, English