Alisa Braddy – Master Consultant

Educator for 23 years
Highly Effective Teaching Consultant since 1993
Credentials: BA, MA

Highly Effective Teaching (HET) field Consultants are experienced Master Educators and inspiring presenters who began their work with the Center for Effective Learning (formerly Susan Kovalik & Associates, Inc.) when they implemented the HET Model (previously ITI) in their own classrooms. Each has sought extended and deep understanding of the neuroscience of learning by attending multiple HET training events as well as outside trainings. They enjoy working nationally with educators and their students. Having participated in coaching, each weave their own unique areas of expertise into the model. HET consultants are committed to lifelong learning and to the success of the schools with which they work. Our 35 years of experience allows us to assist each client with customizing and offering guidance for the most beneficial training sequence at each site.

Alisa H. Braddy brings a wealth of experience and practical ideas for implementing brain-compatible education and the HET model in the classroom. Alisa has elementary classroom experience and the ability to share and lead others in brain-compatible education.

Having long been a member of professional organizations such as the NEA, Delta Kappa Gamma (Women Educator's Society), and the South Carolina Science Council, Alisa was chosen to be Horry County Teacher of the Year in 2000. While teaching young children is her first love, Alisa also was a part-time College Associate for Coastal Carolina University. Her desire to be a life-long learner is evident in the number of additional trainings she attends to increase her understanding of the real world and extend her professional growth. With training in TRIBES, Project Wild, and Project Aquatic, and being a recipient of both the Pablo Python Looks at Animals Scholarship and the Roper Mountain Science P.L.U.S. Institute Scholarship, Alisa's vast knowledge and wisdom add depth to all of her presentations.

Alisa, a responsible citizen, has been involved in her community's Big Sister/Little Sister Program, has been director of the Myrtle Beach Jaycees, volunteers at the Humane Society, and is active in her church. Alisa resides near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with her husband and son.