Alison Mach

221 1st St NE Blooming Prairie, MN 55917 Phone: 507-440-1663 E-Mail: aemach8@gmail.com

Objective
To create a positive learning environment where students feel safe to express their creativity and independence while engaged in real world problem solving and learning.

Teaching Experience
Blooming Prairie High School, Blooming Prairie, MN Grade 8, 10, 11, and 12 Science Teacher

2003-Present

Align curriculum to meet updated state and national science standards Collaborate with grade level teachers in PLCs Use Smart and iPad technology to enhance student learning Developed and implemented two new science classes Collaborated with school board members and administration to build a greenhouse Created curriculum for using the greenhouse as an extended classroom

Coaching Experience
Blooming Prairie High School, Blooming Prairie, MN Varsity Softball Coach

2003-Present

Organize and plan daily practices Oversea entire softball program, grades 4-12 Collaborate with coaches in the program and from the surrounding area Active member of the MSHSCA association Minnesota State Coaches Certificate Four time state tournament participant 2012 Class A Runner-up, 2013 Class A State Champion Four time section coach of the year 2013 MSHSCA Class A Coach of the Year 2003-2007

Blooming Prairie High School, Blooming Prairie, MN 8th Grade Girls Basketball Coach

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St. Paul Academy and Summit School, St. Paul, MN 8th Grade Girls Softball Coach/JV Tennis Coach

1999-2001

Education
Minnesota State University-Mankato Specialist Degree/Administrative Licensure (Educational Leadership) Walden University Master of Science Education (Literacy and Learning in Content Area) University of St. Thomas Bachelor of Arts - Mid/Sec Ed. Science (5-8), Life Science (9-12) September 1997-December 2001 April 2007-December 2008 August 2012 - Present

Teaching Certification
State of Minnesota, Department of Education Science 5-8, Life Sciences 9-12 (File Folder number 401414) January 2002 - Present

Skills

Collaboration with colleagues Experienced in modifying instruction to meet the needs of diverse learning styles Organization and resourcefulness Problem solving

Community Connection

Organized Strike Out Cancer Event Greensneakers School Garden