ASHLEY HORAK
SC
Summary
Experienced math teacher with a demonstrated history of high student growth and achievement. High energy, motivated, caring and knowledgeable professional, with a desire to teacher. Dynamic personality that motivates and inspires peers and colleagues. Skilled in: Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Canvas, Blackboard, Google Suite, and Educational Technology platforms. Efficient multitasking abilities and superb interpersonal and communication skills. Empathetic and sensitive natured individual who has experience working with a wide range of ages and ethnic and socioeconomic diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Mathematics Teacher
York Intermediate School
2022.08 - Current
- Increased student self-efficacy and student performance as evidenced by state testing data and student growth percentages
- Used instructional and tutoring strategies to help students explore foundational and conceptual knowledge in mathematics
- Developed online inclusive by design units of study to engage all learners and promote individual student growth
- Leveraged technology to create differentiated student centered differentiated work
- Designed and implemented online assessments to measure progress towards academic standards
K-6 ESL Teacher
Worcester Public Schools
2019.08 - 2022.07
- Successfully supported all of my students to reclassify or test out of ESL each year
- Co-Taught Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade ELA
- Leveraged general diagnostic and state-mandated techniques to grown and assess ESL learners
- Delivered ESL curriculum in small-group and individual contexts to promote learning
- Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Achieved higher student achievement and retention rates by developing strong rapport and maintaining open communication with both students and families.
- Successfully taught one year of virtual school during the pandemic
6th Grade Mathematics Teacher 6-ESL Math & Literacy Interventionist
Alliance College Ready Public Schools
2016.12 - 2019.06
- Integrated technologies and online learning tools to improve student learning and engagement
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Mentored new teachers within the department, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lesson plans according to each student''s unique needs, leading to greater success in the classroom.
- Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, empowering students to take charge of their education and develop real-world skills.
Substitute Lead Classroom Teacher
Auburn Public Schools
2013.01 - 2022.06
Assistant ESL Teacher
Building Educated Leaders For Life
2015.05 - 2015.08
Assistant Teacher
Skills for Living
2015.01 - 2015.06
Pre-School Teacher
Pakachoag Acres Daycare
2013.05 - 2015.05
Assistant Teacher
Auburn Youth and Family Services
2014.06 - 2014.08
Master Teacher Assistant- Third Grade
Brockton Public Schools, Brockton Public School
2012.01 - 2012.05
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D) - Leadership in STEM -
University of Massachusetts Lowell
05.2025
Educational Specialist - Reading Specialist -
University of Massachusetts Lowell
05.2023
Master of Arts (M.A.) - ELL -
Western Governor's University
09.2019
Masters of Education (M.Ed) - Curriculum and Instruction: Mathematics -
Univeristy of Texas
01.2019
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Elementary Education & Sociology, Psychology -
Stonehill College
North Easton, MA09.2015
Skills
- Skill building
- Technology integration
- Individual and group teaching
- Differentiated instruction
- Progress reporting
- Classroom management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative learning
- Real-World Applications
- Student Mentoring
Timeline
6th Grade Mathematics Teacher
York Intermediate School
2022.08 - Current
K-6 ESL Teacher
Worcester Public Schools
2019.08 - 2022.07
6th Grade Mathematics Teacher 6-ESL Math & Literacy Interventionist
Alliance College Ready Public Schools
2016.12 - 2019.06
Assistant ESL Teacher
Building Educated Leaders For Life
2015.05 - 2015.08
Assistant Teacher
Skills for Living
2015.01 - 2015.06
Assistant Teacher
Auburn Youth and Family Services
2014.06 - 2014.08
Pre-School Teacher
Pakachoag Acres Daycare
2013.05 - 2015.05
Substitute Lead Classroom Teacher
Auburn Public Schools
2013.01 - 2022.06
Master Teacher Assistant- Third Grade
Brockton Public Schools, Brockton Public School
2012.01 - 2012.05
Doctor of Education (Ed.D) - Leadership in STEM -
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Educational Specialist - Reading Specialist -
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Master of Arts (M.A.) - ELL -
Western Governor's University
Masters of Education (M.Ed) - Curriculum and Instruction: Mathematics -
Univeristy of Texas
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Elementary Education & Sociology, Psychology -
Stonehill College