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Theresa
Allyn

  • Highline College ( June-2022 )
  • Stanwood, WA, USA

About (Summary)

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

Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
Bachelor of Science in Workforce Education and Human Resources, Summa Cum Laude, 3.917 GPA
1997 to 2004
Western Washington University Bellingham Washington
Master of Adult Education, graduated with honors, 3.88 GPA
2005 to 2008

Your Major

Human Resource and Business

Language Proficiency

English (US)

Honors and Awards

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.
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
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
Honor Roll
High School Honor Roll Member
Salutatorian of High School
I was able to speak at graduation and had the second highest grade point average of the class of 1981
Deans List with Honors SIUC
Graduated with a 3.917
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
BAS at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
Dean's List and Honor Roll
Masters of Education at Western Washington University
Ms West Seattle HI-Yu Court
Represented West Seattle on floats, community events, and outreach visitation.
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.
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Highline College 2020 - 2021
National Honor Society
Highline College 2020-2021
Dean's List
Highline College 2020-2021

Grad 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.

Intended Job Path

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.

Job Experience

Associate Faculty and E-Tech Coach
Skagit Valley College
January, 2017 to June, 2020
Associate Instructor
Edmonds Community College
March, 2013 to September, 2017
Tenure Track Faculty and Program Chair
Bellingham Technical College
September, 1996 to December, 2002
Faculty, Program Administrator, and Academic Director
Eton Technical College
September, 1991 to August, 1996
Chairside Dental Assistant and Light Office Worker
Dr. George Naden West Seattle, Washington
September, 1982 to December, 1996

Volunteering

Coordinated and Directed Back to School Blessing Day
Ministry Network
August, 2005 to August, 2010
Fund Raiser, Plan Implementor, and Director of Hamilton Community Center
Ministry Network Outreach in Hamilton Washington
October, 2008 to September, 2010
Leader of Women's Outreach Ministry Directed Teaching Program for Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)
East Side Four Square Church
September, 1988 to June, 1993
Directed Homeless Women's Drive for hats, socks, gloves, and toiletries
Venture Church/ Celebrate Recovery
November, 2019 to November, 2020
Directed Christmas Outreach for Everett Washington Providing 2000 toys for area homeless children with Christmas Party, dinner, music, and carnival.
Venture Church Everett WA
December, 2019
Director of Burlington Food Bank
Ministry Network
March, 2005 to March, 2007
Director of Hamilton Food Bank
Ministry Network
October, 2008 to September, 2010
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
April, 2007 to May, 2021

Hobbies

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
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