
ALLISON HUTCHINSON
Senior Career Development Consultant (CPCC, MEd, MSGC, BS)
As a senior career development consultant for K-12 students in the Sioux Falls region, Allison puts her whole heart into planning and executing experiences that help students learn more about themselves and where they might fit into the wide range of clinical and support roles. Allison believes all students should have access to opportunities, education, and training that adequately prepares them for meaningful work.
Allison has a bachelor’s degree in biology and secondary education and a master’s degree in educational leadership. She has over a decade of classroom experience, first teaching traditional high school courses like biology and AP Biology. Halfway through her teaching career, she began teaching biomedical science courses through Project Lead the Way (PLTW) at the Sioux Falls Career and Technical Education Academy. In 2013, Allison was selected as Sioux Falls School District’s Teacher of the Year.
Allison earned a master’s degree in genetic counseling and practiced as a genetic counselor in various clinical settings for two years. She participated in research and led genetic education efforts geared toward providers, patients, and the public.
Allison loves connecting with students on their level, hearing their interests, inviting their questions, and working with her teammates in health care and career development to help students get started on their career journeys. She considers it a true honor to partner with local teachers, counselors, and parents while working to meet the career exploration goals of students and the workforce pipeline needs of our local communities.
Inspirational Quote:
The teacher is the first learner.
Strengths (GALLUP): Learner. Relator. Intellection. Developer. Harmony
