Dawn Allison
Teacher
Garland,Texas
Summary
Experienced Social Studies Teacher educating students on Texas history ideals and cultural heritage. Generates student awareness of rights, liberties and responsibilities as citizens. Explains concepts of government, geography, history, economics, civics and current events. Develops lesson plans, assigns and grades exercises and encourages student participation during classroom activities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy
Mesquite, TX
08.2018 - Current
- Educated students regarding Texas history, national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
Teacher Assistant
Wylie Independent School District
Wylie, Texas
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension and personal growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Learning And Development
The University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX 01.2009 - 12.2015
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Richland College
Dallas, TX 06.2001 - 06.2004
Skills
Student-centered learning
Differentiated instruction
Lesson Planning
Classroom management
Accomplishments
- Earned "[Certificate]" for [Middle School Teacher of the Year].
- Earned "[Apple Award]" for [Teacher Assistant of the Year].
Certification
English Language Arts and Reading 4-8 Grades Training - 2015
Timeline
English as a Second Language
10-2020
Social Studies Teacher
Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy
08.2018 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Wylie Independent School District
08.2015 - 06.2018
English Language Arts and Reading 4-8 Grades Training - 2015
05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Child Learning And Development
The University of Texas At Dallas
01.2009 - 12.2015
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Richland College
06.2001 - 06.2004