Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
Awards
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Allison Lynn Polaski

Cumming,GA

Summary

Dedicated educational leader with extensive experience in instructional support, special education, and school-wide initiatives. Skilled in curriculum development, teacher collaboration, student discipline, and fostering a positive school culture. Recognized for adaptability, problem-solving, and a student-centered approach. Currently pursuing Tier 1 Leadership Certification to further support students, staff, and the broader school community as an Assistant Principal.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Instructional Support Teacher

Dolvin and Wilson Creek Elementary School
01.2021 - Current
  • Collaborates with Assistant Principal, CST, MTSS Specialist, teachers, and families on instructional decisions.
  • Advises the Assistant Principal on SEC department operations, student services, and compliance.
  • Conducts classroom observations and TKES formative evaluations to support instructional growth.
  • Trains staff on data-driven IEP development and progress monitoring.
  • Guides and models implementation of district initiatives and curriculum for students with disabilities.
  • Provides leadership in the use of Lindamood-Bell and numeracy programs to support student achievement.
  • Leads school crisis team; develops safety and emergency plans.
  • Monitors discipline data and recommends evidence-based positive behavior strategies.
  • Facilitates IEP meetings, ensuring compliance and individualized, data-driven plans.
  • Assists with safety meetings, monthly drills, and PBIS initiatives.
  • Provides professional learning presentations on behavior management and instructional strategies.

Special Education Teacher

Dolvin Elementary School
01.2016 - 01.2021

Designed and implemented individualized instruction for diverse learners, ensuring measurable student growth.

  • Collaborated with general education teachers to align instruction and accommodations.
  • Recognized as Teacher of the Year (2020–2021)

Instructional Paraprofessional – Special Education

Dolvin Elementary School
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Supported classroom instruction, behavior management, and student interventions.

Education

M.Ed. - Special Education

Liberty University
01.2017

B.S. - Elementary Education

Liberty University
01.2015

Skills

  • Instructional Leadership & Coaching
  • Student Discipline & PBIS
  • Crisis Management & Safety Planning
  • IEP Compliance & Special Education Services
  • Data-Driven Decision Making & Staff Training
  • Teacher Collaboration & Professional Development
  • Curriculum Implementation for Students with Disabilities
  • IEP management
  • Learning modality expertise
  • Autism spectrum disorders
  • Individualized education plans
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Faculty support

Affiliations

  • Co-Director of Choir, Dolvin Elementary (2015–2021)
  • Assistant Cheerleading Coach, Johns Creek High School (2017–2019)
  • Wellness Ambassador, Fulton County Schools (Present)
  • Quest Program Instructor, Exceptional Children’s Youth Course (Present)

Certification

  • Currently attending FCS/GSU Leadership Certification Program (2024–2025) – Working toward Tier 1 Leadership Certification
  • Georgia Ethics Assessment for Educational Leadership – In Progress (2025)
  • Response Matters Student Discipline & Support Pathway, Fulton County (2023)
  • Positive Crisis Intervention Certification (2023)
  • Orton-Gillingham Training – Beginner & Intermediate (2018, 2021)
  • Quest Residency Program Completion, Fulton County (2019)
  • Special Education Law Class Completion (2024)

Timeline

Instructional Support Teacher

Dolvin and Wilson Creek Elementary School
01.2021 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Dolvin Elementary School
01.2016 - 01.2021

Instructional Paraprofessional – Special Education

Dolvin Elementary School
01.2013 - 01.2015

M.Ed. - Special Education

Liberty University

B.S. - Elementary Education

Liberty University

Awards

Teacher of the Year, Dolvin Elementary (2020–2021), Teacher of the Year Finalist, Dolvin Elementary (2018–2019), Special Needs Teacher of the Year Nominee, Johns Creek (2018), Northeast Teacher of the Month (2018), Professional Employee of the Year, Dolvin Elementary (2015–2016)
Allison Lynn Polaski