Alyssa Lee Hall Allen
Madison,AL
Summary
Experienced Special Education Teacher skilled in IEP development, data-driven instruction, and evidence-based interventions. Enhanced student engagement and achievement through structured support and collaboration with general education teachers and families. Committed to preparing students for success in general education and beyond.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Collaborative Teacher
Discovery Middle School
Madison , AL
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual student needs, enhancing learning experiences.
- Collaborated with teachers to design inclusive lesson plans that engaged diverse learners.
- Supported students with special needs through tailored educational interventions.
- Created instructional materials that aligned with curriculum standards and learning goals.
- Assisted in developing classroom management strategies that fostered a positive learning environment.
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
Exceptional Education Teacher- grades 3-5
Adamsville Elementary School
Adamsville, AL
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Created individualized education plans tailored to address diverse student needs, enhancing personalized learning.
- Designed and executed behavior management plans for students with behavioral issues, improving classroom behavior and student focus.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles.
- Partnered with parents and staff to foster supportive learning environments, promoting student engagement.
- Monitored student progress through assessments and observations.
- Organized educational resources and materials for effective teaching.
English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science Instructor-grades 4 and 5
Adamsville Elementary School
Adamsville, AL
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Implemented engaging classroom activities that fostered student enthusiasm and readiness to learn
- Design lessons that foster student engagement and growth both as individuals and as young academics
- Consistently design and use innovative small group learning stations that encourage student-to-student collaboration
- Incorporated STEM activities into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning
- Collaborated with parents and administrators to address student behavioral and learning difficulties
- Designed individualized lessons for special needs students using continuous formative assessment and data collection
Mathematics Instructor-grade 6
Highland Rim School
Fayetteville, IN
10.2018 - 05.2022
- Facilitated growth on TCAP mathematics section through targeted instructional strategies
- Led team meetings on Response to Intervention (RIT) instruction.
- Leveraged Google Docs, and Microsoft Office tools to design collaborative instructional exercises
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student learning styles.
- Employed various teaching methods to explain complex mathematical concepts clearly.
Special Education Instructor - grades K-5
Highland Rim School
Fayetteville, TN
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Developed individualized lessons tailored to each special needs student, enhancing learning engagement and addressing diverse needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt lesson plans and materials.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance student engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Athens State University
Athens, AL05-2017
Skills
- IEP development
- Differentiated teaching
- Inclusive education
- Classroom management
- Communication with parents
- Team lesson planning
- Resource management
- Adaptability to learners
- Problem solving
- Effective teamwork
- Communication with parents
- Inclusive education
Special Training
- Orton Gillingham Dyslexia Intervention
- The Ron Clark Academy Professional Development
- ASM Materials Science Camp
- SPIRE Intervention Training
- Professional Crisis Management (PCM) Training
Timeline
Collaborative Teacher
Discovery Middle School
08.2024 - Current
Exceptional Education Teacher- grades 3-5
Adamsville Elementary School
08.2023 - 05.2024
English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science Instructor-grades 4 and 5
Adamsville Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Mathematics Instructor-grade 6
Highland Rim School
10.2018 - 05.2022
Special Education Instructor - grades K-5
Highland Rim School
08.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Education
Athens State University