Allie Bankston

222 Harrell Circle • Barnesville, GA 30204 • (770)845-7360 • alliebankston1@gmail.com

alliebankston1.weebly.com
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OBJECTIVE
Secondary Education teacher, willing to teach at the middle or high school level.

GACE EXAMS PASSED PROFESSIONALLY

History I and II, Science I and II, English I and II

EDUCATION
Georgia College & State University, Milledgeville, GA
M.A.T., Secondary Social Studies Education , GPA: 4.0 May 2015
B.A., History, Minors: Geology, Music, GPA: 4.0 May 2014

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Upson-Lee High School Thomaston, GA
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Teacher, 9 Grade Biology August 2015 – May 2019
Teacher, 12th Grade Anatomy and Physiology August 2015 – May 2017
 Develop and implement lesson plans and units on Biological concepts and scientific thought processes.
 Deconstruct state standards and develop assessments to gauge student understanding.
 Improve Biology GA Milestone scores for IEP students and exceed growth goals for all Biology students.
 Plan and organize class field trips.
 Participate in Professional Learning opportunities through RESA and re-deliver information on DI.
 Participate in the GaETC technology conference and re-deliver information on tech tools to colleagues.
 Provide students with tutoring opportunities before and after school.
 Differentiate lessons and learning activities for students in Inclusion, Regular, and Honors/Gifted classes.
 Advise students in implementation and presentation of Science Fair projects.
 Use classroom management skills to modify student behavior.
 Maintain communication with all stakeholders in each child’s education, including fellow teachers,
administrators, parents, and guardians.
 Participate in School Improvement Team meetings and decision-making.
 Attend staff, IEP and 504 meetings and provide feedback on student behavior, performance and progress.
 Provide chorus students with one-on-one vocal instruction in preparation for literary competition and all-
state chorus auditions after school.
 Volunteer as chaperone and performer for ULHS Chorus students attending High School Choral Day.
 Participate in Thomaston-Upson Arts Council and ULHS Drama Department musical productions.

Georgia Military College Prep School Milledgeville, GA

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Student Teacher, 7 Grade Social Studies Spring 2015
 Observe six different classes, and develop and present lesson plans and units on African and Asian culture,
history and society.
 Use classroom management skills to modify student behavior.
 Participate in parent conferences, staff meetings and 504 meetings.

Georgia College Early College Milledgeville, GA

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Field Placement, 10 Grade American Government/U.S. History Fall 2014
 Observed, recorded and reflected on student interaction and teaching styles in two American Government
and United States History classes at the 10th grade level.
 Planned and implemented a week-long unit on Colonial America.
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Georgia College University Housing Milledgeville, GA
Graduate Assistant Community Director, Bell Hall Fall 2014 – Spring 2015
 Advisor to and supervisor of the Community Advisor staff of a residence hall.
 Conduct reports and evaluations.

Georgia College Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences

Geology Research Student Fall 2013 – Spring 2015
 Researched environmental contaminants and water contaminants under Dr. Samuel Mutiti.

LEADERSHIP
Upson-Lee High School New Teacher Mentor 2017-2018
 Provide support to a new teacher and regularly meet to ensure progress and offer assistance.
UWG Teacher Quality Grant
Upson-Lee High School Science Dept. Representative 2016-2017
 Participate in professional learning concerning hands-on science teaching strategies.
 Design a unit plan with my students and deliver a presentation on their end-unit understanding.
Science in 3D RESA Training
Upson-Lee High School Science Dept. Representative 2016-2017
 Participate in PL concerning the new science standards and how best to implement them in the classroom
using 3-Dimensional inquiry-based strategies.
GAA Peer Reviewer 2017-2018
 Review student science portfolios and assess assignments’ adherence to the standards.
Georgia College Department of Education Senior Showcase Committee
Publications Subcommittee Co-chair 2015
 Write and distribute advertisements and informational pieces

MEMBERSHIPS
Georgia Association of Educators, 2015 to present

Georgia College Max Noah Singers, 2010 to 2014

Geological Society of America, 2013 to present

HONORS
2017-2018 Southern Rivers Energy Bright Ideas Grant for Teachers Recipient (3D printer)

2014-2015 Georgia College Lounsbury College of Education Outstanding MAT Student Award Recipient

Valedictorian of Georgia College and State University’s College of Arts and Sciences, Spring 2014

Phi Kappa Phi Academic Honor Society, 2013 to present

Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society, 2013 to present

2012-2013 Zip Kidd Williams Scholarship for Future Teachers Recipient

COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Word, Prezi, Google Classroom, Edmodo, Schoology, Popplet, Timetoast,
Kahoot, Quizizz, Actively Learn, Quizlet, Plickers, EdPuzzle, Gizmos, MasteryConnect, Infinite Campus