Allison Burtzlaff

Allison Burtzlaff has a diverse work experience, spanning various roles in the education sector. Allison currently works as a K-8 Social Studies Product Marketing Manager at Savvas Learning Company since December 2022. Previously, they served as a Humanities and ELA Curriculum Specialist at the same company from April 2021 to December 2022.

Before joining Savvas Learning Company, Allison worked as an Educational Consultant at the Colorado League of Charter Schools from June 2021 to December 2022. In this role, they provided support to schools in their efforts to enhance cognitive lift for all students, with a focus on exceptional students. Their responsibilities included professional development design, data analysis, project planning, curriculum and lesson planning review, among other areas based on individual school needs.

Prior to that, Allison held the position of Manager of Middle School Humanities at DSST Public Schools from May 2018 to April 2021. Allison was responsible for developing and implementing a network-wide vision for rigorous and equitable literacy instruction in grades 6-8, including ELA and Social Studies courses. Additionally, they managed and supported leaders and teachers with network-run assessments and delivered professional development sessions.

From July 2016 to June 2018, Allison worked as the Director of Scholar Advancement at University Preparatory Schools. In this role, they were part of the central office leadership team and oversaw all Special Education programming at both campuses. Their responsibilities included managing Special Education teams, supporting instructional coaches, overseeing IEP creation and implementation, and managing district support relationships and service providers. Allison also revamped and implemented the MTSS process at both campuses.

Before that, Allison had roles at KIPP Colorado Schools and KIPP Foundation. Allison served as a School Learning Coordinator from July 2015 to June 2016, a 5th Grade Teacher and Grade Level Team Lead from July 2014 to June 2016, and a Special Education Teacher and Department Lead from July 2011 to June 2014. Additionally, they were a Miles Family Fellow at the KIPP Foundation from July 2015 to March 2016.

Overall, Allison Burtzlaff's work experience demonstrates a strong background in education, with expertise in curriculum development, professional development, special education, and leadership in K-8 settings.

Allison Burtzlaff obtained their Bachelor's degree in Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies from Virginia Tech, which they completed from 2007 to 2011. Allison later pursued a Master's degree in Special Education and Teaching at Metropolitan State University of Denver from 2011 to 2013.