Allynn Shaffer
Summary
Dynamic educator with 6 years of experience leading teams, managing programs, and delivering high-impact training. Proven success as a grade-level chair, mentor, and professional development facilitator. Adept at project coordination, stakeholder communication, and data-driven decision-making. Recognized as a grant award–winning educator with a track record of improving processes, elevating performance, and driving engagement. Seeking to leverage instructional expertise and leadership experience in a corporate environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher, Grade Level Chair
Kipp Texas Public Schools
Houston, Tx
07.2020 - Current
- Served as a Grade Level Chair for 4 years, coordinating operations, aligning instructional strategies, and managing timelines across multiple classrooms.
- Developed and implemented engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans that improved student outcomes.
- Mentored and coached new teachers, providing onboarding support and performance feedback to accelerate growth.
- Analyzed performance data to identify trends and implement targeted interventions that improved academic performance.
- Built strong relationships with families through consistent communication and collaborative problem-solving.
Instructional Media Teacher Consultant
Relay Graduate School of Education
Houston, TX
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Designed multimedia-integrated lesson plans to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Facilitated collaborative student projects, strengthening teamwork and communication skills.
- Mentored aspiring educators on best practices in curriculum development and instructional design.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve understanding of early literacy.
Online ESL Instructor
VIPKID
Beijing, China
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Delivered engaging online English lessons aligned with U.S.-based curriculum standards.
- Assessed student progress using platform tools and communicated learning data to parents and educators.
- Supported development of students’ speaking, listening, and writing skills through targeted instruction.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Houston, TX
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Processed prescriptions accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations.
- Managed inventory levels to optimize stock availability and reduce waste.
- Implemented workflow improvements to enhance customer service delivery in the pharmacy department.
Student Ambassador Coordinator/ AXcel Peer Mentor
Stephen F. Austin State University Office Of Multicultural Affairs
Nacogdoches, TX
01.2016 - 05.2019
- Coordinated multicultural events to enhance student engagement and community inclusion.
- Developed training materials for student ambassadors, improving program effectiveness and outreach.
- Facilitated communication between diverse student groups and university administration, promoting collaboration.
- Mentored new ambassadors on best practices in outreach and leadership, fostering professional growth.
- Assisted with budgetary decisions regarding funding request
Education
Master of Arts In Teaching -
Relay Graduate School Of Education
Houston, TX06-2022
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05-2019
Skills
- Leadership & Project Management: Team coordination, cross-functional collaboration, program execution, workflow optimization
- Training & Facilitation: Professional development, onboarding, coaching, curriculum design
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Performance analysis, intervention planning, continuous improvement
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Presentations, client/parent communication, relationship building
- Operational Excellence: Process improvement, event planning, documentation, compliance
Certification
Texas Educator Certificate Core Subjects with STR Grades EC-6
Accomplishments
- Innovator Grant Recipient, Innovate, Create & Grow Opportunity Fund (ICGOF)
- President, Student United Way (2016–2019)
Timeline
Instructional Media Teacher Consultant
Relay Graduate School of Education
08.2023 - 06.2024
Lead Teacher, Grade Level Chair
Kipp Texas Public Schools
07.2020 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
09.2019 - 07.2020
Online ESL Instructor
VIPKID
07.2019 - 07.2020
Student Ambassador Coordinator/ AXcel Peer Mentor
Stephen F. Austin State University Office Of Multicultural Affairs
01.2016 - 05.2019
Master of Arts In Teaching -
Relay Graduate School Of Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Stephen F. Austin State University