Honor Society® member
Theresa Allyn
Associate Faculty and E-Tech Coach at Skagit Valley College
- Highline College
- Human Resource and Business
- Class of 2022
- Stanwood, WA
Member since March 2021
About
I am a natural-born leader and teacher who seeks the opportunity to apply my skills to the corporate world. I am seeking a job opportunity as a Human Resource Training and Development Specialist. I am currently earning my Human Resource Certificate as well as completing AAS in Business. My heart leads me towards service and community. I seek to work for a company that views its employees as Human Capital worth investing in and values diversity and inclusion. I have a passion for making the world a better place.
Education
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Western Washington University Bellingham Washington
Master of Adult Education, graduated with honors, 3.88 GPA
2005 – 2008
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Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
Bachelor of Science in Workforce Education and Human Resources, Summa Cum Laude, 3.917 GPA
1997 – 2004
Honors and awards
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Bravo Award for Outstanding Student Support
Nominated by a VP at Edmonds Community College, this award is giving to staff and faculty who go above and beyond in their job. Mine acknowledge superior student support.
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Program of the Year
Awarded due to being a Program Coordinator of the Bellingham Technical College Dental Program because of changes made such as receiving a grant so low income people could get free dental care and the building of a dental assisting mentorship program
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Soroptimist International Making a Difference for Woman Award
Awarded for outstanding community work in response to the catastrophic flood, and the building of a community outreach center
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Honor Roll
High School Honor Roll Member
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Salutatorian of High School
I was able to speak at graduation and had the second highest grade point average of the class of 1981
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Deans List with Honors SIUC
Graduated with a 3.917
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Graduated Summa Cum Laude
BAS at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
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Dean's List and Honor Roll
Masters of Education at Western Washington University
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Ms West Seattle HI-Yu Court
Represented West Seattle on floats, community events, and outreach visitation.
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Awarded Governor Gary Loche's Outstanding Performance Award
Award giving for chairing the Washington States Dental Assisting Skill Standards Steering Committee and served as Dental Assisting project lead. The book was later published and sent out to all community colleges.
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Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Highline College 2020 - 2021
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National Honor Society
Highline College 2020-2021
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Dean's List
Highline College 2020-2021
Goals and interests
- Career goal
Recently, when I was laid off due to COVID 19 after 28 years of teaching with no hope of obtaining future work, I realized it was time to start searching for a second career. I used web tools that offered interest testing and suggested jobs that fit one's interests, skills, and passions. Human Resources was at the top of my list. A Human Resource Training and Development Specialist position is a perfect fit for me, allowing me to continue using the skills I have developed over the years and the new skills I will gain from the degree I am currently earning in Human Resources and Business at Highline College.
The most important aspect of my future job would be to continue helping people grow and develop to obtain more in their lives. I want to work for a large company with a strong focus on building an equitable and inclusive work environment. I have been trained in Inclusive Pedagogy, and my dream is to be part of and Human Resource Team that is eager for all members to be recognized for their value and supported in all aspects of employment growth.
Upon graduation, I will seek a positional opportunity to develop online training segments and deliver live presentations as I have 28 years of teaching experience online and in the classroom. My ideal position would allow me to move up to be a vice president of workforce development within 5 to 7 years. I would enjoy working for a company that promotes within and mentors and supports their employees’ future development. I hope to be able to travel for periodic training sessions or conferences. Travel is my passion, so I desire a company that has an international reach.
- Graduate school interests
I want to continue my education at Highline College and earn a BAS in Business with a continued focus in Human Resources and Marketing Skills.
- Outside the classroom
I like to run or walk 5 miles daily
Weight Lifting
Nutrition and Healthy Cooking
Traveling: Been to Australia, Tahiti, Brazil, Mexico, the Caribbean, Hawaii, Christmas Island, England, Scotland, Guernsey Island, Ireland, and the inside passage of Alaska
Reading
Nonprofit Work
Experience
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Associate Faculty and E-Tech Coach
Skagit Valley College
Jan 2017 – Jun 2020
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Associate Instructor
Edmonds Community College
Mar 2013 – Sep 2017
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Tenure Track Faculty and Program Chair
Bellingham Technical College
Sep 1996 – Dec 2002
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Faculty, Program Administrator, and Academic Director
Eton Technical College
Sep 1991 – Aug 1996
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Chairside Dental Assistant and Light Office Worker
Dr. George Naden West Seattle, Washington
Sep 1982 – Dec 1996
Volunteering
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Directed Christmas Outreach for Everett Washington Providing 2000 toys for area homeless children with Christmas Party, dinner, music, and carnival.
Venture Church Everett WA
Dec 2019
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Directed Homeless Women's Drive for hats, socks, gloves, and toiletries
Venture Church/ Celebrate Recovery
Nov 2019 – Nov 2020
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Fund Raiser, Plan Implementor, and Director of Hamilton Community Center
Ministry Network Outreach in Hamilton Washington
Oct 2008 – Sep 2010
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Director of Hamilton Food Bank
Ministry Network
Oct 2008 – Sep 2010
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Sponsor and adopted mother to a family in Rwanda This includes monthly food, education costs, and HIV medicines I have provided the family with Chickens for eggs, and a goal for milk
Compassion International
Apr 2007 – May 2021
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Coordinated and Directed Back to School Blessing Day
Ministry Network
Aug 2005 – Aug 2010
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Director of Burlington Food Bank
Ministry Network
Mar 2005 – Mar 2007
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Leader of Women's Outreach Ministry Directed Teaching Program for Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)
East Side Four Square Church
Sep 1988 – Jun 1993
Languages
- English (US)
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