Jennifer Allison

I provided specialized instruction and enrichment opportunities to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of identified gifted and talented students. This role involved designing and implementing differentiated curriculum and collaborating with other educators to ensure a supportive learning environment for high-potential learners. I was helped foster critical and creative thinking skills in students kindergarten through 5th grade.

Gifted and Talented teacher at Anna ISD (2021-07 – Present)

• I provided specialized instruction and enrichment opportunities to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of identified gifted and talented students.
• This role involved designing and implementing differentiated curriculum and collaborating with other educators to ensure a supportive learning environment for high-potential learners.
• I was helped foster critical and creative thinking skills in students kindergarten through 5th grade.

Intervention Specialist at Anna ISD (2023-06 – 2024-06)

• As the Kindergarten-Second Grade Intervention Teacher, I was responsible for providing targeted instruction to support students who are struggling with foundational skills in literacy and math. This role focused on identifying learning gaps, delivering evidence-based interventions, and progress monitoring to help students achieve academic success. I collaborated closely with classroom teachers, specialists, and families to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Elementary Teacher at Sherman ISD (2006-08 – 2020-06)

• I taught kindergarten through 3rd grade. These various roles included being team lead in each grade level, planning and implementing lessons aligned with curriculum standards, fostering social and emotional growth, and monitoring student progress to ensure academic success. I was responsible for first and foremost creating a safe and nurturing environment where students felt loved. Additionally I was responsible for developing a positive, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment where students developed foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and other core subjects. I collaborated with colleagues, parents, and administrators to support each child's development and create a supportive learning community.

Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology with an emphasis in cognition and instruction – Grand Canyon University (2026-12)

Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction – Grand Canyon University (2022-09)

Master of Arts in Education – Austin College (2006-05)

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – Austin College (2004-12)