ALLYSON MCMACKEN

1810 Victory Street

(605) 690-9359
Allyson.mcmacken@jacks.sdstate.edu

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

South Dakota State University Fishback Center, Brookings SD

Student Teacher, January 2023 – May 2023

 Taught ages 4 and 5 with a total of 15 students in the class

 Developed and implemented interactive and engaging lesson plans and activities

 Incorporated an in-depth study on storytelling based on the learner’s interests

 Explored the use of technology within the classroom by implementing it in different ways everyday

 Gained positive feedback from my mentor on my overall task of student teaching

 Maintained safety and cleanliness of the classroom and children

Great After School Place, Brookings SD

Site Supervisor, May 2022 – September 2023

 Guided and mentored children ages 5-10

 Created and implemented different age-appropriate games and activities

 Collaborated with the head supervisor and other site supervisors on goals for each day

 Discussed positive feedback with parents and any concerns that would arise

 Cleaned and maintained a safe and healthy space for children

EDUCATION

South Dakota State University, Brookings SD

 Dean’s List, GPA 3.7

 Graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education in the Fall of 2024
ADDITIONAL SKILLS

 Educational Technology Skills

- Flipgrid, Formative Assessment tools, Video Production Tools, Google Apps, Canva,

 CPR and first aid certified

PROFRESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

 Michael’s Journey Autism Conference