Allison M. Johnson
164 Northwood Circle, Rome,NY
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a strong track record of enhancing student learning outcomes and cultivating a positive school culture. Expertise in fostering team collaboration, driving academic success, and adapting strategies to meet evolving educational needs. Proficient in curriculum development, staff mentorship, and effective communication, ensuring alignment with district and building-wide goals. Recognized for reliability, integrity, and resilience, with a consistent ability to achieve measurable results in diverse educational environments. Approaches leadership with a passion for student success and a commitment to empowering educators to maximize their impact on learning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Coordinator
Rome City School District
09.2022 - Current
- Lead monthly department meetings, ensuring effective communication of district initiatives and alignment with building goals.
- Collaborate with district directors on curriculum development, adoption, and implementation to support instructional improvement.
- Assist in planning and coordinating Superintendent’s Conference Day activities, including professional development sessions and staff trainings.
- Maintain departmental records, provide regular reports to district leadership, and ensure accountability in instructional practices.
Mentor Teacher
Rome City School District
09.2022 - Current
- Guided and coached new teachers through modeling instruction, classroom observations, and reflective practice, fostering growth aligned with district initiatives.
- Championed professional development by integrating current educational trends and evidence-based practices to enhance instructional effectiveness.
- Strengthened school-wide teaching capacity by facilitating peer collaboration, resource-sharing, and the exchange of best practices.
- Supported mentees in developing skills in classroom management, student progress monitoring, family engagement, and community partnerships.
Elementary Special Education Teacher, Resource
Rome City School District
07.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with staff and families, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Monitored student progress and facilitated data-driven decision-making with the CSE team to improve outcomes for students with disabilities.
- Conducted student evaluations and re-evaluations, providing recommendations to guide placement, instruction, and support services.
- Partnered with the principal to coordinate state testing, including accommodations, staffing, scheduling, and compliance oversight.
- Contributed to the MTSS team by designing intervention resources and leading discussions on effective allocation of school supports for student success.
Elementary Special Education Teacher, 12:1:1
Rome City School District
09.2015 - 07.2021
- Developed and implemented IEPs in collaboration with service providers, ensuring appropriate supports and accommodations for academic and social-emotional growth.
- Strengthened family-school partnerships by fostering positive, ongoing communication with parents and caregivers.
- Improved classroom climate and student engagement by implementing consistent behavior management systems and individualized support strategies.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress using varied assessments, providing data to inform instruction and guide school-level decisions.
Elementary Special Education Teacher, 8:1:1
Herkimer BOCES
09.2010 - 06.2015
- Designed and implemented IEPs, modifications, and accommodations to support student achievement in both self-contained and mainstream settings.
- Built strong collaborative relationships with teachers, districts, agencies, and families to coordinate comprehensive student support services.
- Promoted student independence and self-advocacy through explicit instruction in self-management and decision-making skills.
- Delivered turnkey professional development to colleagues on evidence-based instructional practices and special education methodologies.
- Coordinated community-based learning experiences, connecting instruction to real-world applications.
Education
Certificate of Advanced Study - Educational Leadership
SUNY Cortland
Cortland, NY12-2025
Master’s Degree - Science of Education, Literacy (B-6)
SUNY Cortland
Cortland, NY08.2008
Bachelor of Arts - English
LeMoyne College
Syracuse, New York05.2005
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organizational leadership
- Effective communication
- Integrity in professional conduct
- Cultivating strong partnerships
- Reliable professional commitment to learning
- Staff development, coaching and mentorship
- Evidence-based decision making
- Diverse instructional strategies
- Equity and Inclusion Advocacy
Accomplishments
- Led a district-wide NYS ELA and Math data analysis project, identifying standards and student subgroups needing targeted interventions to inform MTSS and instructional planning.
- Contributed to District Comprehensive Improvement Plan (DCIP) by integrating school-level SIPs and data-driven priorities.
- Collaborated with team of parents, teachers, and administration in the development and implementation of the TSI building's School Comprehensive Education Plan.
- Took initiative to ensure implementation of school improvement plan which redefined performance goals and achieved district benchmarks.
Certification
- School Building Leader Internship Certificate
- School District Leader Internship Certificate
- Dual Childhood and Students with Disabilities (1-6)
- Students with Disabilities (B-2)
- Nonviolent Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI)
Professional Development
- Child Abuse Identification, 2024 updated
- School Violence Intervention and Prevention
- Autism
- Dignity for All Students Act
Professional and Community Activities
- Lee Little League, board member and volunteer
- RFA Dugout club, volunteer
- Former Yearbook Advisor and Ski Club Advisor
Timeline
Teacher Coordinator
Rome City School District
09.2022 - Current
Mentor Teacher
Rome City School District
09.2022 - Current
Elementary Special Education Teacher, Resource
Rome City School District
07.2021 - Current
Elementary Special Education Teacher, 12:1:1
Rome City School District
09.2015 - 07.2021
Elementary Special Education Teacher, 8:1:1
Herkimer BOCES
09.2010 - 06.2015
Certificate of Advanced Study - Educational Leadership
SUNY Cortland
Master’s Degree - Science of Education, Literacy (B-6)
SUNY Cortland
Bachelor of Arts - English
LeMoyne College
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