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Ashlea Zeller

Redington Beach,FL

Summary

My professional objectives include:

  • Promoting equal opportunity for all students to access quality educational programs.
  • Producing positive learning environments through the operative efforts of home, school, and community.
  • Providing effective leadership with respectful, collaborative and innovative approaches

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal

PCS: Gulfport Montessori
Gulfport, FL
07.2021 - Current

Develop positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community members. Review standardized test results to assess student progress and academic performance. Monitor student discipline actions and work with teachers to standardize behavior expectations across the school. Oversee and guide school employees while giving friendly and focused feedback for performance improvements.

  • Served as Principal Mentor to First Year Principal
  • Served 3 summers as Principal Mentor to Admin Intern
  • During 4 year tenure, School recognized as Magnet Merit of Distinction & Excellence
  • During 4 year tenure, PBIS recognition Silver & Platinum
  • Increased school grade from D to B
  • Serve as a presenter and partner of UF teacher candidates

Principal

SBAC: Terwilliger
Gainesville, FL
06.2017 - 06.2021

Responsible for the academic achievement and progress of all students in our PK-5 setting. Collaborate with teachers to create a shift in their way of work. Create systems to ensure quality instruction and safety for all staff and students. Partnership with community stakeholders and others to improve the culture and community at Terwilliger Elementary.

  • Serve as CAT team member for SBAC SI schools
  • Serve on UEP Advisory Board for UF
  • Presenter and Partner for UF teacher candidates

Assistant Principal

SBAC: Terwilliger & Lake Forest
Gainesville, FL
06.2014 - 06.2017
Observed and assessed student performance and kept thorough records of progress.Collaborated with teachers to create a shift in their way of work.  Created systems to ensure quality instruction and safety for all staff and students.
  • CREATE Contact
  • Testing Coordinator
  • Leader of Collaborative Planning
  • UFLI Contact
  • Lastinger Coaching Certified
  • SAC Secretary
  • Online Coordinator for Thinking Maps
  • School Manager for Fast ForWord

6 & 7th Grade Math Teacher

SBLC: Williston Middle School
Williston, FL
06.2013 - 06.2014

Observed and assessed student performance and kept thorough records of progress. Promoted learning for all students. Communicated student progress with families.

  • AVID trained
  • 2 Time Grant Winner
  • After school Coordinator

Instructor

PK Yonge DRS
Gainesville, FL
06.2007 - 06.2013

Implemented a variety of research-based teaching strategies to represent the most up to date teaching practices.

  • 2nd grade Teacher
  • 5th grade Teacher
  • Team Leader
  • 6th grade Math Teacher
  • Middle School Leadership Council Representative
  • Professional Learning Partner
  • Partnered in Research Projects
  • Participated in Research in Action Days
  • Inquiry Project Participant
  • Member of the Accreditation Team
  • Clinical Ed Training
  • Host to Practicum and Intern Students
  • Technology Committee Member
  • Attended FETC

1st Grade Teacher

SBSR: Oriole Beach Elementary
Gulf Breeze, FL
07.2005 - 06.2007

Implemented a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations.

  • Team Leader
  • Rookie Teacher of the Year
  • Math Trainer at Local Conference
  • Selected Representative for FCTM

2nd Grade Teacher

SBAC: Lake Forest Elementary
Gainesville, FL
07.2004 - 06.2005

Real world application of PRO-TEACH ideals. Worked to craft my practice, solidify my classroom management techniques and ensure I have quality instruction for all students

Education

Educational Leadership

University Of Florida
2012

Master of Arts - Special Education

University Of Florida
2004

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University Of Florida
2003

Accomplishments

  • Rookie Teacher of the Year, Oriole Beach Elementary, 2006
  • Teacher of the Year, Nominee, PK Yonge, 2011
  • Teacher of the Year Finalist, PK Yonge, 2012
  • Grant Winner, SBLC 2013-2014 School Year
  • Presenter at National Circle of Learning Conference, 2015
  • Presenter at Education Summit for SBAC, 2016
  • Completion of Leading Change: A Course in Harvard's Graduate School of Education: Certificate in School Management and Leadership. 2018
  • Presenter of School Improvement Strategies with Brevard County Leaders, Fall 2019
  • Panel Presenter at Caring School Community, December 2020
  • Blended Coaching course completion, May 2025

Timeline

Principal

PCS: Gulfport Montessori
07.2021 - Current

Principal

SBAC: Terwilliger
06.2017 - 06.2021

Assistant Principal

SBAC: Terwilliger & Lake Forest
06.2014 - 06.2017

6 & 7th Grade Math Teacher

SBLC: Williston Middle School
06.2013 - 06.2014

Instructor

PK Yonge DRS
06.2007 - 06.2013

1st Grade Teacher

SBSR: Oriole Beach Elementary
07.2005 - 06.2007

2nd Grade Teacher

SBAC: Lake Forest Elementary
07.2004 - 06.2005

Educational Leadership

University Of Florida

Master of Arts - Special Education

University Of Florida

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University Of Florida
Ashlea Zeller