Shawn Allison
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www.slallison.weebly.com
Educational Background
Continual Education/Learning
Work History
2019 - Present Alexander Forbes The Academy (K-8, Pop, 380) Grande Prairie, Alberta
K - 9 Teacher, Academy Director / Instructor, Acting Administrator, Athletic Coordinator
2013 - 2019 St. Mary's Catholic School (Prek-12, Pop, 290) Sexsmith, Alberta
K, 3 - 12 Teacher, Acting Administrator, Athletic Director
2004 - 2013 St. Joseph Catholic High School (9-12, Pop.900) Grande Prairie, Alberta
Junior / Senior High School Teacher, Acting Principal, Athletic Director
Supportive Work History
Alberta Native Friendship Centre Association Edmonton, Alberta
ANFCA HIV/AIDS - Cultural Resources Project Assistant
Ambassador of Christ Recognition Nomination (GPCSD)
Coaching Certification and Experience
Mighty Peace Youth For Change (MPY4C) - Mighty Peace Day
Friends of Young Achievers Fundraising Society - St. Joseph’s Catholic School
Grande Prairie Football Booster Club - Executive Board Member
[email protected]
www.slallison.weebly.com
Educational Background
- 17 Years of Teaching Experience - GPPSD & GPCSD
- PreK-12 Physical Education, 7-9 Math, 4-12 Science, 7-8 Academy, 5-12 Options
- Temporary/Acting Administrator
- Masters of Science in Education Teacher Leadership
- Bachelor of Education (General Science)
- Bachelor of Physical Education
Continual Education/Learning
- Personal Inquiry Learning: reflective practice using Inquiry Questioning, Generative Dialogue and Collaborative Inquiry - as a foundation for professional growth
- Inquiry-based professional growth planning - connected to the TQS & student achievement
- Building a Thinking Classroom in Numeracy - Peter Liljedahl
- 2 year GPCSD Leadership Academy
- Level C CPR/AED certified
Work History
2019 - Present Alexander Forbes The Academy (K-8, Pop, 380) Grande Prairie, Alberta
K - 9 Teacher, Academy Director / Instructor, Acting Administrator, Athletic Coordinator
- Acting/Temporary Principal
- K-8 Physical Education Specialist, Athletic Coordinator
- The Academy 7-8 Athletics Coordinator & Instructor
- Inquiry Learning/Questioning - Inquiry Question, Action Research Project, Collaborative Norms, Pyramid of Intervention, and Social Emotional Learning
- Proficient in teaching with Technology/Google Apps in an Online Learning Environment
- Social Justice Christmas Giving Project - 100’s of presents delivered to the Hospital
- Coached A and B Boys Volleyball
2013 - 2019 St. Mary's Catholic School (Prek-12, Pop, 290) Sexsmith, Alberta
K, 3 - 12 Teacher, Acting Administrator, Athletic Director
- Acting/Temporary Principal
- Athletic Director - ASAA Correspondent
- K-12 Physical Education, 4-9 Science, 7-9 Math, 7-12 Options, 8-12 Religion
- Progressive Learning/Teaching: Thinking Classrooms, Problem-Based Learning, Project-Based Learning, Differentiation, Assessment and Technology-Based Learning
- Social Justice Club Lead Teacher - http://slallison.weebly.com/social-justice-club.html
- Creation and implementation of curriculum: Sports Performance 5/6 & 7/8/9, Movie Making 7/8/9, Financial Education 7/8/9
- Volleyball Coach: Sr. Boys, A Boys, B Boys, Track & Field Coach, Badminton Coach: Sr. & Jr., Ski Club Organizer and Supervisor, Peace Country Science Fair - several students went to Nationals
2004 - 2013 St. Joseph Catholic High School (9-12, Pop.900) Grande Prairie, Alberta
Junior / Senior High School Teacher, Acting Principal, Athletic Director
- Acting/Temporary Principal
- Physical Education Department Head/Team Leadership/Science 9 Lead Teacher
- Athletic Director, ASAA Correspondent
- Creation & Implementation of new curriculum: Active Living, Sports Performance, Hockey
- Head Football Coach – St. Joseph Celtics & St. Joseph Girls Ceniahs
- Ski Club Organizer and Supervisor (15 trips)
- Travel Club Supervisor – Italy 2006 & Japan 2009
- Coaching & Organization of the Tri-District Hockey Charity Tournament
Supportive Work History
Alberta Native Friendship Centre Association Edmonton, Alberta
ANFCA HIV/AIDS - Cultural Resources Project Assistant
- “Wiya Wapaki” – HIV/AIDS Awareness & Prevention Project
- Facilitation and delivery of HIV/AIDS workshops and the interviewing of Elders and youth
- Construction of a HIV/AIDS manual, which aided in the bridging of First Nations culture and Alberta’s Medical practitioners - implementing spirituality, tradition and culture for health care professionals.
- Creation and Implementation of an Adventure for Life Summer Camps that encouraged healthy living for the prevention of Diabetes in First Nations children ages 10-15.
- Camp Coordinator, Camp Leader, Camp Educator
Ambassador of Christ Recognition Nomination (GPCSD)
- Recognizing the contribution made to the daily lives of students, staff and community by enriching their environment with your positive Christian spirit.
Coaching Certification and Experience
- Revitalized the St. Joes Celtics Football program, 2011 ASAA Tier 2 Prov. Silver Medalist
- Bantam Provincial Football Champions - Grande Prairie Broncos
- Alberta Sport and Development 2011 Team of the Year
- Level 1 Coaching Certification Football, Basketball and Volleyball
- Level 2 Coaching Certification: Hockey
- Coached various age groups in Football, Volleyball, Badminton, Track & Field, Cross Country, Golf, Swimming, Hockey, Soccer, Basketball, Rugby
Mighty Peace Youth For Change (MPY4C) - Mighty Peace Day
- Connected with and then supported schools with tools and resources to build student leadership and engagement
- Established a mentoring program between teachers and students in both established and developing schools
Friends of Young Achievers Fundraising Society - St. Joseph’s Catholic School
- President of the Friends of Young Achievers Fundraising Committee, which provided funding to organizations/teams that support youth - in Sports, Music and Drama
- Organization and implementation of meetings, casinos, and distribution of finances to members
Grande Prairie Football Booster Club - Executive Board Member
- Ensured the safety of all participants – peewee, bantam, high school and senior football
- Creation of a new field including: field, irrigation, score clock, maintenance, and equipment.
- Organization and implementation of fundraising: casinos, bingos and donations