Ally Ledenham
Tampa,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator and executive assistant with a proven track record at Hillsborough County Public Schools and Forever Young Aesthetics. Excelled in curriculum development, strategic planning, and team leadership, showcasing exceptional Microsoft Office, organizational and coaching skills. Achieved significant improvements in student engagement and operational efficiency, demonstrating a strong ability to manage projects and foster collaborative success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Family and Consumer Sciences High School Teacher
Hillsborough County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Planned and implemented engaging and interactive lessons in family and consumer science topics such as nutrition, culinary arts, parenting, and personal finance.
- Developed curriculum and instructional materials that aligned with state standards and catered to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Utilized a variety of teaching strategies, including hands-on activities, group projects, and technology integration, to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Provided individualized support and feedback to students to help them achieve academic success and personal growth.
- Collaborated with colleaques to create interdisciplinary projects and activities that integrated family and consumer science concepts into other subject areas.
- Organized and supervised hands-on cooking labs, sewing projects, and other practical experiences to help students develop life skills.
- Conducted assessments to measure student progress and adjust teaching strategies as needed to ensure student mastery of content.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians to provide updates on student progress and solicit their involvement in their child's education.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in family and consumer science education.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives and events, such as career fairs and community service projects, to promote the importance of family and consumer science education.
Lead Executive Assistant
Forever Young Arsthetics
05.2016 - 08.2022
- Managed executive's sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Coordinated high-level meetings and events, ensuring seamless execution and timelv communication.
- Prepared and edited executive correspondence, reports, and presentations with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Conducted research and analysis to support executive decision-making and strategic initiatives.
- Managed complex calendars and travel arrangements, anticipating and resolving scheduling conflicts.
- Managed, coached and trained all office staff.
- Acted as a trusted liaison between executive and key stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships and communication channels.
- Implemented efficient office processes and systems to streamline workflow and increase productivity.
- Provided proactive support to executive team, anticipating needs and proactively addressing issues.
- Managed office operations, including budgeting, procurement, and vendor management.
- Demonstrated strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Testing Coordinator
Hillsborough County Public Schools
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Organized and managed the effective implementation of required state, county and district assessments
- Maintained accurate and complete records, coordinating distribution and collection of secure test materials
- Created training curriculum and trained teachers and staff members for testing purposes
- Presented comprehensive testing and diagnostic results to teachers and parents to efficiently assess the student's progress
- Trained all staff on updated testing procedures each year
- Managed testing team of 4
Education
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Sports Management
Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL05.2014
Skills
Calendar management
Scheduling
Microsoft Office
Database Management
Coaching
Talent Development
Additional Information
Hillsborough County Softball Coach: August 2016-Current
Timeline
Family and Consumer Sciences High School Teacher
Hillsborough County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Lead Executive Assistant
Forever Young Arsthetics
05.2016 - 08.2022
Testing Coordinator
Hillsborough County Public Schools
08.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Sports Management
Southeastern University