Allison L. Ballard, Ed.

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(404) 402-4484 ballard@fultonschools.org
E D U C AT I O N A N D C E R T I F I C AT I O N S
The University of West Georgia 2015-2017
Ed. S: Instructional Technology

Central Michigan University 2015

Master of Arts: Educational Leadership

Teacher Keys Effectiveness System (TKES) Evaluator Certification 2014

Albany State University 2011

Bachelor of Science in Education: Middle Grades Education

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Fulton County School System Atlanta, Georgia 2015- Present
AVID Site Coordinator
Obtain test and grade data of potential students.
Organize and coordinate family workshops throughout the year.
Ensure placement of AVID elective course in the school master schedule students.
Help AVID teachers develop a vertical, articulated curriculum as the program expands.

Fulton County School System Atlanta, Georgia 2012-Present

6th, 7th and 8th Grade Social Studies and Language Arts Teacher
Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate learning
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
Maintain accurate and complete records of students progress and development
Observe, evaluate student performance and development to determine appropriate
intervention plan if necessary
Currently serves as Social Studies Department Chairperson and Junior Achievement Contact

DeKalb County School System--- Decatur, Georgia 2011-2012

Early Intervention Program Teacher
Serviced students in grades K-5 who were at risk of not reaching or maintaining grade level
Developed lessons in collaboration with classroom teachers that enable all students to
understand classroom objectives
Configured lessons to meet individual needs of students receiving intervention strategies
Communicated the results of testing and evaluation of EIP students to teachers, administrators
and parents in a timely manner

Morehouse College Atlanta, Georgia 2011-2014

U.S Federal TRIO Programs Program Assistant
Established and maintained effective relationships with staff, students, and parents
Assisted low-income individuals, first generation college students through academic pipeline
of middle school through post-baccalaureate programs
Provided fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance
Supervised academic instruction, counseling, mentoring, cultural enrichment, and work
study programs designed to improve economic literacy of students
 H O N O R S , A WA R D , AND ACTIVITIES
Professional Organizations:
National Honor Society 2013- Present
Georgia Council for Social Studies Teachers
Assessment Leaders Cohort 2014-2015 Fulton County School System
Junior Achievement of Georgia Leading Teacher

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