Allison Dunn
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Kim See
Few people embody such dedication and education driven commitment like Allison. I had the joy of working with her while at Utahloy International School in Guangzhou, China for the 2019 academic year. Allison consistently thinks beyond the lesson, searching for practical real life application for her students, and regularly inspires her colleagues. Her heart truly embodies a teaching spirit, and will actively look for ways to keep learning herself. Any school would be lucky to have her as part of their team.
Connie Chan
Oct 7th, 2021 To Whom It May Concern: It is my pleasure to provide a reference letter for Allison Dunn who was our K2 (ages 4-5) class teacher at Utahloy International School Guangzhou (UISG) during the school year of 2019-2020. She worked collaboratively with two other K2 class teachers to plan effective conceptual learning engagements for the children. During her tenure at our IB school Allison taught onsite for half a year until COVID measures were reinforced. She was on vacation in Thailand and had to adjust to teaching online from where she was residing. Allison is seen as a passionate and committed qualified early childhood teacher who believes in providing children with a positive environment that promotes exploration. She is well aware of establishing and valuing the relationships between the children, their families with a supportive role. Allison clearly understands the importance of guiding, extending and supporting children through child-initiated play. She believes it is the most effective approach to intentional teaching. Allison comes with a wealth of experience and practices scaffolding and shared sustained interactions in her teaching. Her strong belief in student agency is reflected in her classroom with children being valued as participants. Allison is mindful of her children’s sense of well-being, sense of self and personal agency. Allison sets up an inquiry-based learning environment that can assess children’s strengths and their development through interactions and their actions. She regularly self-reflects as she believes this is an important aspect to successful teaching and learning. Due to COVID restrictions and border controls Allison was unable to return to Guangzhou to finish her contract at that time. I wish Allison all the best with her job search. Sincerely, Connie Chan Early Years Principal ISA Science City International School
Kim See
Few people embody such dedication and education driven commitment like Allison. I had the joy of working with her while at Utahloy International School in Guangzhou, China for the 2019 academic year. Allison consistently thinks beyond the lesson, searching for practical real life application for her students, and regularly inspires her colleagues. Her heart truly embodies a teaching spirit, and will actively look for ways to keep learning herself. Any school would be lucky to have her as part of their team.
Connie Chan
Oct 7th, 2021 To Whom It May Concern: It is my pleasure to provide a reference letter for Allison Dunn who was our K2 (ages 4-5) class teacher at Utahloy International School Guangzhou (UISG) during the school year of 2019-2020. She worked collaboratively with two other K2 class teachers to plan effective conceptual learning engagements for the children. During her tenure at our IB school Allison taught onsite for half a year until COVID measures were reinforced. She was on vacation in Thailand and had to adjust to teaching online from where she was residing. Allison is seen as a passionate and committed qualified early childhood teacher who believes in providing children with a positive environment that promotes exploration. She is well aware of establishing and valuing the relationships between the children, their families with a supportive role. Allison clearly understands the importance of guiding, extending and supporting children through child-initiated play. She believes it is the most effective approach to intentional teaching. Allison comes with a wealth of experience and practices scaffolding and shared sustained interactions in her teaching. Her strong belief in student agency is reflected in her classroom with children being valued as participants. Allison is mindful of her children’s sense of well-being, sense of self and personal agency. Allison sets up an inquiry-based learning environment that can assess children’s strengths and their development through interactions and their actions. She regularly self-reflects as she believes this is an important aspect to successful teaching and learning. Due to COVID restrictions and border controls Allison was unable to return to Guangzhou to finish her contract at that time. I wish Allison all the best with her job search. Sincerely, Connie Chan Early Years Principal ISA Science City International School
Kim See
Few people embody such dedication and education driven commitment like Allison. I had the joy of working with her while at Utahloy International School in Guangzhou, China for the 2019 academic year. Allison consistently thinks beyond the lesson, searching for practical real life application for her students, and regularly inspires her colleagues. Her heart truly embodies a teaching spirit, and will actively look for ways to keep learning herself. Any school would be lucky to have her as part of their team.
Connie Chan
Oct 7th, 2021 To Whom It May Concern: It is my pleasure to provide a reference letter for Allison Dunn who was our K2 (ages 4-5) class teacher at Utahloy International School Guangzhou (UISG) during the school year of 2019-2020. She worked collaboratively with two other K2 class teachers to plan effective conceptual learning engagements for the children. During her tenure at our IB school Allison taught onsite for half a year until COVID measures were reinforced. She was on vacation in Thailand and had to adjust to teaching online from where she was residing. Allison is seen as a passionate and committed qualified early childhood teacher who believes in providing children with a positive environment that promotes exploration. She is well aware of establishing and valuing the relationships between the children, their families with a supportive role. Allison clearly understands the importance of guiding, extending and supporting children through child-initiated play. She believes it is the most effective approach to intentional teaching. Allison comes with a wealth of experience and practices scaffolding and shared sustained interactions in her teaching. Her strong belief in student agency is reflected in her classroom with children being valued as participants. Allison is mindful of her children’s sense of well-being, sense of self and personal agency. Allison sets up an inquiry-based learning environment that can assess children’s strengths and their development through interactions and their actions. She regularly self-reflects as she believes this is an important aspect to successful teaching and learning. Due to COVID restrictions and border controls Allison was unable to return to Guangzhou to finish her contract at that time. I wish Allison all the best with her job search. Sincerely, Connie Chan Early Years Principal ISA Science City International School
Kim See
Few people embody such dedication and education driven commitment like Allison. I had the joy of working with her while at Utahloy International School in Guangzhou, China for the 2019 academic year. Allison consistently thinks beyond the lesson, searching for practical real life application for her students, and regularly inspires her colleagues. Her heart truly embodies a teaching spirit, and will actively look for ways to keep learning herself. Any school would be lucky to have her as part of their team.
Connie Chan
Oct 7th, 2021 To Whom It May Concern: It is my pleasure to provide a reference letter for Allison Dunn who was our K2 (ages 4-5) class teacher at Utahloy International School Guangzhou (UISG) during the school year of 2019-2020. She worked collaboratively with two other K2 class teachers to plan effective conceptual learning engagements for the children. During her tenure at our IB school Allison taught onsite for half a year until COVID measures were reinforced. She was on vacation in Thailand and had to adjust to teaching online from where she was residing. Allison is seen as a passionate and committed qualified early childhood teacher who believes in providing children with a positive environment that promotes exploration. She is well aware of establishing and valuing the relationships between the children, their families with a supportive role. Allison clearly understands the importance of guiding, extending and supporting children through child-initiated play. She believes it is the most effective approach to intentional teaching. Allison comes with a wealth of experience and practices scaffolding and shared sustained interactions in her teaching. Her strong belief in student agency is reflected in her classroom with children being valued as participants. Allison is mindful of her children’s sense of well-being, sense of self and personal agency. Allison sets up an inquiry-based learning environment that can assess children’s strengths and their development through interactions and their actions. She regularly self-reflects as she believes this is an important aspect to successful teaching and learning. Due to COVID restrictions and border controls Allison was unable to return to Guangzhou to finish her contract at that time. I wish Allison all the best with her job search. Sincerely, Connie Chan Early Years Principal ISA Science City International School
Experience
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Lanna International School Thailand
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Thailand
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Reception Teacher
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Jan 2022 - Present
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Reception Teacher
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Jan 2021 - Present
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Utahloy International School Guangzhou (UISG)
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China
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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K2 Teacher
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Aug 2019 - Jul 2020
UISG is the only international school in Guangzhou, China that provides the full International Baccalaureate curriculum continuum. Utahloy’s outstanding 97% International Baccalaureate Diplom’s pass rate has been recognized by the international community.• Team taught 54 four and five year old children in an open-concept classroom.• Collaboratively developed and implemented a responsive classroom behavior management plan to promote a positive learning environment.• Integrated key elements of the Reggio Emilia Approach into the classroom including opportunities for the children to express their current personal interests to allow for these to be integrated in the direction of each unit.• Created and implemented the K2 Mindfulness Program, fostering a habit of daily meditation and gratefulness. • Provided parental support through weekly Parent Newsletters, including QR codes linked to videos that promote mindfulness for parents.• Modified two consecutive units of inquiry to fit the needs of remote learning in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Thai Sikh International School (TSIS)
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Thailand
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Reception Teacher
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Aug 2017 - Jul 2019
• Assisted in the creation and continuous revision of the 2018/19 Program of Inquiry by collaborating with the Curriculum Team• Fostered international mindedness and critical thinking skills by designing and implementing a Reggio Emilia inspired, Inquiry BasedReception Program with close collaboration and guidance from the Curriculum Coordinator• Improved student performance in mathematics, reading, and writing by skillfully teaching the TSIS Workshop Frameworks.• Increased parent involvement and at home-learning by daily communicating student successes and learning experiences toparents/caretakers in person and via SeeSaw.• Provided challenging and engaging learning experiences for all learners by using a range of assessment data to drive instructional choices.• Facilitated the collaboration of the development of TSIS’s Behavior Matrix and Behavior Management Policy.
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Central Washington University
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Mentor Teacher for Literacy CWU Practicum Students
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Sep 2016 - Aug 2017
• Skillfully mentored four CWU Literacy Practicum students for their Literacy Practicum. • Skillfully mentored four CWU Literacy Practicum students for their Literacy Practicum.
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K3 Head Teacher
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Aug 2015 - Jul 2017
• Taught Reading, Writing, Maths and Science to four sections of 5 to 6 year old students.• Led the creation and continuous revision of the 2016/17 K3 English Reading and Writing Program in collaboration with the English Team• Facilitated record-breaking English reading and writing performance by implementing data driven, child-focused learning engagements• Increased teacher performance assessment results by cultivating a growth mindset culture to inspire adventurous teaching.• Significantly improved parent involvement and at home-learning by leading monthly Parent Seminars designed in collaboration with parents.• Increased at home reading by creating and leading The Reading Corner, an afterschool program promoting the school library’s services.
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Discovery Elementary School
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Student Teacher
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Jan 2015 - Apr 2015
• Independently led all classroom routines and the implementation of district appointed curriculum including Everyday Math, Full OptionScience Support (FOSS), Making Meaning Reading, and Lucy Calkins Writing for six consecutive weeks.• Developed into a reflective practitioner by engaging in reflection and goal-setting routines led by my mentor teacher.• Assisted in leveling students using Fountas and Pinnell Reading Assessment. • Independently led all classroom routines and the implementation of district appointed curriculum including Everyday Math, Full OptionScience Support (FOSS), Making Meaning Reading, and Lucy Calkins Writing for six consecutive weeks.• Developed into a reflective practitioner by engaging in reflection and goal-setting routines led by my mentor teacher.• Assisted in leveling students using Fountas and Pinnell Reading Assessment.
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Education
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Central Washington University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Elementary Education and Teaching
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