Allison L. Scarry 2728 Coldwell Street; Virginia Beach, VA; (757) 748- 2846 allisca@regent.

edu Objective Obtaining a teaching position that utilizes my passion for teaching all subjects to create an engaging and positive environment where every student becomes an active participant in equipping themselves with the essential knowledge, skills, and understandings necessary to become a lifelong learner,critical thinker, and creative and resourceful problem solver. Certification Initial Virginia Elementary Education Certification (Pre-K 6th), expected December 2013 Education Regent University; Virginia Beach, VA Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies, Elementary Education (Pre-K 6), expected December 2013 Anticipated Graduating GPA: 3.75/4.0; Deans list all semesters Teaching Experience Student Teacher: Centerville Elementary School; 4th Grade; August 2013- October 2013 Created pre-assessments to drive instruction. Created summative assessments to evaluate student understanding. Communicated with parents and staff on a regular basis. Fostered an engaging learning environment for all students. Differentiated instruction by readiness, interest, and preferred learning modalities. Created and implemented lesson plans for all subjects in addition to visual aids, for my classroom and for other teachers. Involved students in developing and utilizing 21st century skills. Managed students' behavior and work. Collaborated with administration, grade level teachers, and resource teachers in developing curriculum and common assessments. Used technology to teach and reinforce learning objectives. Introduced and taught creative teaching techniques that are research supported to my class and other classes. Student Teacher: Cedar Road Elementary School; 2nd Grade; October 2013- Current Work Experience (More Employment History Available Upon Request; 2001-2007) Margie and Ray's Crab House: Manager; March 2007 - current Managing a staff of 20 + individuals. Ensuring customer satisfaction. Creating and managing wait staff schedule. Training new employees and key holders. Monitoring cost evaluation and modification. Assisting and troubleshooting technological difficulties. Communicating changes and procedures. Exchanging information through collaboration with other managers and employer. Ensuring the adherence to federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Solving problems quickly and efficiently. Working directly with students from local high schools in collaboration with their cooperative business programs to develop and strengthen their 21st century skills. Skills and Interests Working collaboratively and encouraging others and fostering others confidence in their ability to learn, grow, and improve both academically and personally. Going above and beyond what is required consistently. Creating new ways to present material in addition to incorporating technology and real world applications into lessons. Evaluating situations and individual understandings. Demonstrating flexibility and creativity regularly. Becoming a National Board Certified Teacher. Participating in curriculum design and planning. Incorporating new research based instructional techniques into the classroom. Leading or participating in any programs that build a better community, improve student learning, or improve quality of life. Seeking opportunities to apply for grants that would enhance student learning.