East Penn School District
Allison Mikelson is an experienced professional with a diverse background in athletics and education. Currently serving as an umpire for USA Field Hockey and as a coach for Impact Sports and Health, Allison has developed strong skills in leadership and teamwork. In addition, Allison has held the position of Special Education Instructional Assistant at East Penn School District since April 2017. Prior experience includes umpiring for the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association and working as a server at Bear Creek Mountain Resort and Conference Center, where exceptional customer service and cleanliness were prioritized. Academically, Allison holds a Master of Occupational Therapy from Shenandoah University and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from the University of Delaware.
East Penn School District
The East Penn School District is located in the Lehigh Valley’s metropolitan area which has a total population of a half million people. With proximity to New York City, Philadelphia, the Pocono Mountains and the New Jersey shore, East Penn is an ideal location that is experiencing residential and business growth. The East Penn staff consists of approximately 565 professional and 505 support members, with 90% of the teachers holding a master’s degree or beyond. In addition to attending many workshops and conferences each year, every professional employee participates in various workshops and training activities through the Employee Development Program to enhance their particular skills. Members of our professional staff are resource persons for state, national and international conferences, adjunct college professors and published writers and researchers.