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Lisa Allen

Lisa Allen

Stuart,VA
C.S. Lewis said, "Children are not a distraction from more important work. They are the most important work." In the end, the legacy that matters won't be what you built in the world. It will be who you raised and whether they felt safe, seen, and loved in your presence.
C.S.Lewis

Summary

Dedicated Reading Specialist with a proven track record of enhancing student literacy and fostering a love for reading. Experienced in developing tailored reading programs and interventions to address diverse learning needs. Known for collaborative teamwork and achieving impactful results in dynamic educational environments. Skilled in curriculum development, assessment, and student engagement, with a history of successfully planning, delivering, and assessing reading intervention plans while remaining compliant with Title 1 guidelines and knowledgeable about a wide range of successful strategies.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
3
3

Certificates

Work History

Reading Specialist

Lynchburg City Schools
08.2024 - Current
  • Reading Specialist Grades K-5
  • Title I lead
  • Literacy Coaching for teachers in grades K-5
  • LETRS Trained Level 1
  • CKLA, Amplify trained, grades K-2 and 3-5.
  • Reading Intervention using UFLI
  • Experienced with Edthena Teaching Coaching Technology
  • Adept using Perusal technology for professional resource provision.
  • Reading Specialist Licensure K-12, North Carolina
  • Analyzing data trends to identify areas of need and inform instructional decision-making processes related to reading interventions.
  • Implementing research-based Science of Reading instructional practices to improve overall reading proficiency among students.


Summer School Teacher, Second Grade

Montgomery County Schools
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback, enabling students to make continuous improvements.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement strategies, cultivating an inclusive and respectful learning community.
  • Implemented reading and writing individualized interventions to increase student literacy.
  • Provided individualized support for students, resulting in improved academic performance and increased confidence.
  • Conducted progress monitoring with associated instructional adjustments including differentiation and accomodations to facilitate student success and continuous growth.
  • Taught Reading, Math, Social Studies, and Science at the Second Grade Level and associated Standards of Learning with the Virginia Department of Education.


Lead Teacher of Summer School 2022

Patrick County High School
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Facilitated summer school program for thirty six students in 8th and 9th grades from May, 2022 to July 3, 2022.
  • Analyzed SOL by Question Reports and IEP at a Glance reports in order to provide data driven instruction for thirty six students at risk students in eighth and ninth grade.
  • Created an instructional schedule and assigned teachers to classrooms for Reading and Math at the High School Level.
  • Organized and assigned duties for paraprofessionals. Communicated with parents through email, remind, letters, and call alert systems during summer school.
  • Created reports on attendance, and progress monitoring and submitted to the Virginia Department of Education.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities, social emotional curriculum and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Worked one-on-one with students and teachers to increase overall classroom success.


Reading Teacher, Summer School

Patrick County Schools
05.2021 - 07.2021

Implemented reading lessons and math lessons Second Grade students during summer school at Stuart Elementary School for Patrick County Schools the summer of 2021.

Reading Teacher

Patrick County Schools
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Implemented reading lessons and math lessons for 11 Kindergarten students and 9 first students during summer school at Stuart Elementary and Patrick Springs Elementary School for Patrick County Schools the summer of 2020.

Reading Teacher in Summer Reading Academy

Johnston County Schools
02.2017 - 02.2020
  • Supported 15 struggling readers through individualized interventions and progress monitoring, leading to improved reading levels.
  • Interpreted 15 students' assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
  • Implemented 15 students' behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Planned daily activities to keep 15 students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans for 15 students to improve student behavior.

Education

Master of Science - Literacy Education

Radford University, Radford, VA
05.2025
  • Service Award Scholarship Recipient Radford University for successful years teaching experience in public schools and commitment to Literacy Education.
  • National Society of Leadership and Success
  • Literacy Grant Scholarship Recipient
  • Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
  • Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society
  • 4.0 GPA

Masters of Science in Educational Leadership - Educational Administration

Radford University, Radford, VA
05.2023

GPA: 4.0

Member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

B.S. in Education - Education

West Virginia State University, Institute, West Virginia
12.1992

GPA: 3.7

Graduate of Hurricane High School - Advanced Diploma

Hurricane High School, Hurricane, West Virginia
06.1987
  • Section Leader High School Band, Basketball, Volleyball
  • GPA: 3.7
  • National Honor Society

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Lesson Planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Special needs accommodation
  • Student needs assessment
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Public Speaking
  • Canva
  • Microsoft Office
  • Edthena
  • Perusal

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Reading Specialist - Lynchburg City Schools
08.2024 - Current
Summer School Teacher, Second Grade - Montgomery County Schools
05.2024 - 07.2024
Lead Teacher of Summer School 2022 - Patrick County High School
06.2022 - 08.2022
Reading Teacher, Summer School - Patrick County Schools
05.2021 - 07.2021
Reading Teacher - Patrick County Schools
06.2020 - 08.2020
Reading Teacher in Summer Reading Academy - Johnston County Schools
02.2017 - 02.2020
Radford University - Master of Science, Literacy Education
Radford University - Masters of Science in Educational Leadership, Educational Administration
West Virginia State University - B.S. in Education, Education
Hurricane High School - Graduate of Hurricane High School, Advanced Diploma

Affiliations

  • International Literacy Association
  • Virginia Literacy Association

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Certification

Licensed Reading Specialist, North Carolina, K-12

Licensed in Administration and Supervision in Virginia and North Carolina K-12


Accomplishments

  • Awarded "Teacher of the Year" for Malpass Corner Elementary School.
  • Awarded "Service Award Scholarship" for years of service as an Educator by Radford University, 2023.

Awards

  • Teach Grant Scholarship, Radford University, 2024
  • Service Award Scholarship, Radford University, 2023
  • Teaching with the Heart Award at Benson Elementary School 2014
  • Employee of the Month Award at River Dell Elementary 2009-2010
  • Teacher of the Year at Malpass Corner in Pender County, North Carolina 2008-2009
  • Teaching with the Heart Award at Four Oaks Middle School, Johnston County, NC 2007

Community Service

  • Red Bank Ruritan Club, Claudville, Va, 2017, True, Charlie Bowman, 276-694-5398, charlie.bowman2014@gmail.com
  • Mountain View Pentecostal Holiness Church, 2020, True, Tony Goins, 336-469-8800, pastortgoins@gmail.com
  • Glad Tidings Assemblies of God, Fairground Road, Dunn, NC, 28334, 2005, 2019, Belinda Cruse, (919) 820-3600, bcruse@gtcdunn.org

Personal Information

Title: Licensure in Administration and Supervision in Virginia, and North Carolina., Licensed Reading Specialist, Grades K-12, North Carolina., Licensed Music Educator K-12, Virginia, North Carolina, West Virginia., Lettrs Training Level 1, Amplify Training Grades K-2 and 3-5

Awards

  • Teaching with the Heart Award at Benson Elementary School 2014
  • Employee of the Month Award at River Dell Elementary 2009-2010
  • Teacher of the Year at Malpass Corner in Pender County, North Carolina 2008-2009
  • Teaching with the Heart Award at Four Oaks Middle School, Johnston County, NC 2007

Community Service

  • Red Bank Ruritan Club, Claudville, Va, 2017 to present.


Awards

  • Teaching with the Heart Award at Benson Elementary School 2014
  • Employee of the Month Award at River Dell Elementary 2009-2010
  • Teacher of the Year at Malpass Corner in Pender County, North Carolina 2008-2009
  • Teaching with the Heart Award at Four Oaks Middle School, Johnston County, NC 2007

Community Service

  • Red Bank Ruritan Club, Claudville, Va, 2017, Charlie Bowman, 276-694-5398, charlie.bowman2014@gmail.com
  • Mountain View Pentecostal Holiness Church, 2020, Tony Goins, 336-469-8800, pastortgoins@gmail.com


Awards

  • Teaching with the Heart Award at Benson Elementary School 2014
  • Employee of the Month Award at River Dell Elementary 2009-2010
  • Teacher of the Year at Malpass Corner in Pender County, North Carolina 2008-2009
  • Teaching with the Heart Award at Four Oaks Middle School, Johnston County, NC 2007

Languages

English

Lisa Allen