Bridget Allman

4090 Fort Amanda Rd., Lima, Ohio 45805 Home: 419-302-3111: ballman@woh.rr.com

Summary Highly motivated and well organized former teacher, with experience using various means of technology, is willing to share enthusiasm, knowledge and passion for working with people. Achievements Governors Award for Excellence in Youth Science Opportunities 2006-07, 2008-09 The Academy of Science in the State of Ohio Pathwise Mentor Trained 2008 Technology Integration 2008-2010 Participated in technology training courses such as SMART* Notebook, and trained colleagues in concepts and practices applicable for the classroom Program Management Initiated and managed Ohio First Lego League program at St. Charles School 2009-2010 Incorporating innovative technology, including basic robotic LEGO programming, with class curriculum for as an after school program Coordinated a multi-age week long Summer Science Camp to increase interest and achievement in physical science concepts 2011 Experience

St. Charles Catholic School 2002-2012 Lima, Ohio th 4 Grade classroom teacher 02-06 th th 5 & 6 Grade science teacher 06-10 th 5 Grade classroom teacher 10-12 Curriculum Implementation -Developed and presented lessons based on current needs of students in accordance with the Ohio State Standards and STEM Technology Integration - Increased student participation and test scores by introducing relevant computer programs such as SMART Board interactive software and Smart Exchange and Scholastic resources, United Streaming, Google Earth, Monster Exchange, distance learning with Mote Marine Laboratory in Florida Created Real life connections Challenger Learning Center; Lessons presented with a culminating field trip integrating math, science, language arts, communication, problem solving and technology skills Science labs; dissecting owl pellets, physical and chemical changes in matter, microscope/ parts of cells AEP Ohio Energy Project: e3Smart; students evaluated forms of energy and how they are used with the provided home energy kit Pond Field study; Collecting and gathering data then analyzing and communicating results with Microsoft Excel

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Holy Ghost Catholic School Aug. 1996- Dec. 2001 Dubuque, Iowa 3rd Grade teacher 1st Grade teacher Curriculum Design- Diagnosed the learning styles of the students and implemented various teaching techniques that would enhance the success of each individual St. Columbkille Catholic School Aug. 1995- May 1996 Dubuque, Iowa Kindergarten Associate Lesson Implementation- Met all assigned learning goals through the implementation of reading, math, art, music and drama activities Dubuque Community School District & Dubuque Metropolitan School System Dubuque, Iowa Substitute teacher Des Moines Public School District Ames Community Schools Des Moines and Ames, Iowa Substitute teacher Aug. 1992- May 1995

Jan. 1992- May 1992

Education and Training BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY Bowling Green, Ohio Classroom Technology Master of Education IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY Ames, Iowa Aug.1987 Dec. 1991 Jan. 2003 May 2005

Elementary Education Endorsements: English/ Language Arts, Reading Bachelor of Science Degree Certifications Professional License, State of Ohio K-8 Elementary Classroom Computer / Technology Master Educator License, State of Iowa K-6 Teacher Elementary Classroom K-6 English/ Language Arts K-6 Reading Affiliations National Science Teacher Association (NSTA) 2009-2012