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Stephanie Allison

Nebo,NC

Summary

Demonstrated ability to cultivate relationships and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, enhancing understanding of progress and behavioral challenges. Developed individualized instructional strategies and documented milestones to support student learning, showcasing attention to detail and progress monitoring. Applied critical thinking and problem-solving skills in guiding students through complex subjects, leading to improved engagement and academic readiness. Experience in utilizing data management techniques may facilitate streamlined processes and organizational efficiency in virtual support roles.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

6-8 Middle School Teacher

McDowell County Schools
Marion, NC
08.2015 - Current
  • Cultivated relationships with parents to enhance understanding of student progress and behavior.
  • Presented subject matter clearly to maximize student learning opportunities.
  • Developed life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students for higher-level education preparation.
  • Guided students in developing critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises.

K-5 Teacher

McDowell County Schools
Marion, NC
12.2004 - 12.2015
  • Delivered individualized instruction tailored to meet unique student needs.
  • Documented significant milestones and communicated progress to parents and guardians.
  • Instructed students in standardized subjects while enhancing social development skills.
  • Cultivated positive classroom culture through effective behavior management techniques.
  • Integrated diverse educational programs to strengthen students' academic foundations.
  • Referred students with possible learning difficulties to appropriate support personnel.

Teacher's Assistant

McDowell County Schools
Marion, NC
08.2001 - 12.2004
  • Coordinated daily tasks among teachers and staff to enhance classroom efficiency.
  • Provided individualized support to students with special needs during instructional time.
  • Developed instructional materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson plans.
  • Supported teachers by preparing educational materials, organizing supplies, and setting up equipment.

Education

Master of Science - K12 Studies

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
12-2008

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Mars Hill College
Mars Hill
12-2004

Certificate of Technical Studies - Cosmetology

McDowell Technical Community College
McDowell County
01-1993

Skills

  • Critical thinking and decision-making
  • Team building and conflict resolution
  • Time management and multitasking
  • Problem solving and progress monitoring
  • Oral and interpersonal communication
  • Classroom management and student engagement
  • Curriculum development and instructional design
  • Educational technology and standardized assessments
  • Parent communication and individualized support
  • Data entry and management
  • Information verification and analysis
  • Attention to detail
  • Data compilation
  • Workload organization

Affiliations

  • North Carolina Association of Educators, Vice President, 2007-2011
  • Staff Development Leadership Activities
  • Leadership Activities for the training of Beginning or Future Teachers
  • RTI Team Leader- I assisted 2nd grade teachers develop goals and strategies, attend meetings as a team member, collaborate with the team and teachers to support in closing the achievement gaps of struggling students and help them become more successful.
  • Relay for Life Team Leader Assist with fundraisers, the planning of events and preparing for the Relay for Life Event.
  • School Improvement Team/ Grade Level Chair- I assisted with the development of the Student Improvement Plan, create and implement school rules and goals, update student, staff and parent handbook, and collaborate with other grade level chairs on school and community issues, etc…
  • Mentor- Mentoring beginning teachers
  • 4th-6th Grade Trip Committee, 2006-2013- The committee of myself, 2 other teachers and the principal, planned, raised money, collaborated with staff, students and parents, took payments and gave receipts, dealt with venues, tour companies, hotel personnel, assigned rooms, groups and chaperone lists. We aligned the trip to meet North Carolina State Standards and Common Core Standards.

Accomplishments

  • Recognition of Teaching 2014-2015 Old Fort Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year
  • Old Fort Mayor Award 2013-2014 School year

Certification

  • North Carolina Science, Mathematics and Technology Education Center (SMT), i3 Laser Program Grant Participant, 2010-2014
  • School Safety Team, 2004-2014- I assisted with the development and implementation of the School Crisis Plan.
  • PowerSchool/ PowerTeacher Trainer for Old Fort Elementary- I attended summer training on Powerschool and completed required modules. I offer help to teachers with Powerschool questions and help guide them the through set-up, inputting information, attendance, grades, comments and other very valuable and helpful hints in the system.Google Guru, 2010- I attended training of the system change over to Google and trained and assisted the staff in the changeover.
  • North Carolina Textbook Evaluator, 2005-2014- I have evaluated textbooks for North Carolina on three separate occasions.

Timeline

6-8 Middle School Teacher

McDowell County Schools
08.2015 - Current

K-5 Teacher

McDowell County Schools
12.2004 - 12.2015

Teacher's Assistant

McDowell County Schools
08.2001 - 12.2004

Master of Science - K12 Studies

Capella University

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Mars Hill College

Certificate of Technical Studies - Cosmetology

McDowell Technical Community College
Stephanie Allison