“Thank you for your dedication and loyalty these past 6 & 1/2 years. You have been a 'rock' in a department that has seen significant changes. Thank you. Your ability to persevere is inspiring.”

Peter Nejes       President                Kemmerer Resources

 
“You are a special person who will be missed. I have seen you go through personal challenges and grow tremendously. I am proud of you and your accomplishments. You are sweet, loyal, hard working, nice and much more!"

Jay Kemmerer       Chairman               Kemmerer Resources

“Thank you for being so diligent. This is just one instance when you go above and beyond to make sure students are in the right place. I only wish ALL teachers took such initiative. Thanks again!”

Mary J. Bowden               NC WISE Data Manager     Southern Middle School

 
“You have done so well and I cannot seem to sing your praises to others enough. Thank you for the wonderful job you have done here. I can only imagine what next year will bring with all you have done in your first year here.”

Gaye Sartin               Assistant Principal  Southern Middle School

 
“You pay attention to details that count. I feel very lucky to have you here. Thank you for being such an excellent teacher.”

Heather Ward           Principal                     Southern Middle School

OBJECTIVE:  To obtain a position combining my diverse skills and talents with my positive attitude, enthusiasm, and creativity

SUMMARY OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS

+ Fourteen years of outstanding employee performance evaluations in   
   diverse employment settings
+ Fourteen years of Microsoft Office experience
+ Personally selected by school administrators to implement tutoring
   program
+ Team leader for department; responsible for administering meetings
+ Developed comprehensive portfolio of original, interdisciplinary lesson
   plans
+ Created personal art business (ART from the HEART) and related web site
   (www.allisonroedell.com/art_workshops.html)

EMPLOYMENT

   Art Teacher, Southern Middle School, Graham, NC              (8/07-12/09)
   Art Instructor, ART from the HEART, Whitsett, NC               (6/08-8/09)
   Substitute Teacher, S. Plainfield Schools, S. Plainfield, NJ  (2/07-6/07)
   Student Teacher, S. Plainfield Schools, S. Plainfield, NJ     (9/06-12/06)
   Assistant Controller, Kemmerer Resources, Chatham, NJ    (12/99- 8/06)
   Corporate Accountant II, GPU Service, Morristown, NJ       (11/98-12/99)  
   Senior Accountant, J.H. Cohn LLP, Roseland, NJ               (11/95–11/98)

EDUCATION, TRAINING & CREDENTIALS

M.A., Fine Arts Education (with honors) – Kean University 2007
B.S., Accounting – The College of New Jersey 1995

LICENSES
   North Carolina Standard Professional I Teaching License
   New Jersey Certified Public Accountant (inactive status)

COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficient in PC and MAC environments, Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop,  CityMax      Web Site Builder, internet research, and numerous other programs;  Skilled self-starter in all computer software programs and troubleshooting

PERSONAL INTERESTS

+ Travel, Nature, Art, Outdoor Activities, Yoga, Weight Training, Hiking,
   Biking, Swimming, Rollerblading, Running
+ Personal growth and development

REFERENCES

+ Rachel D’Ambrosi (former Controller, Kemmerer Resources Corp)
         Phone:   917-494-8663
         Email:    rdambrosicpa@yahoo.com

+ Philip Mandel, Partner, J.H. Cohn LLP, Roseland, NJ
         Phone:   973-403-7986
         Email:    pmandel@jhcohn.com

+ Michele Woodson (former Curriculum Facilitator, Southern Middle School)
         Phone:   336-516-5572
         Email:    michele_woodson@abss.k12.nc.us

+ Jennifer Marquis (former Mentor/Teacher, Southern Middle School)
         Phone:   919-929-2188 x31262
         Phone:   336-260-8281
         Email:    jmarquis@chccs.k12.nc.us

+ Nancy Coon (former Supervisor, Kean University)
         Phone:   973-748-8515
         Email:    nancoon@yahoo.com