ASHLEE AIKENS
Oak Point,TX
Summary
Dedicated educator committed to fostering inclusive and adaptive learning environments for students with diverse needs. Demonstrates generosity, patience, and empathy to build strong, supportive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Skilled in collaborative strategies and persuasive communication to ensure individualized educational plans are effectively implemented. Brings cooperative and student-focused approach to enhance student engagement and success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Resource Teacher
Bright Academy
08.2024 - Current
- Partnered with parents and specialists to develop individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs and promote student success.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to integrate special education strategies into general curriculum effectively.
- Monitored and assessed student progress, adjusting instructional methods to meet evolving educational goals.
- Advocated for student needs within the school community to ensure access to appropriate resources and support services.
Second and Third Grade Teacher
Bright Academy
08.2020 - 05.2024
- Fostered a positive learning environment, encouraging student engagement and enhancing overall classroom morale.
- Developed and executed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of educational objectives.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, leading to measurable improvements in literacy and numeracy skills among diverse learners.
- Administered and assessed data on district wide and state testing to adapt instruction based on student needs.
- Integrated technology into the curriculum, enhancing student participation and facilitating meaningful learning experiences to provide meaningful instruction in a variety of ways both virtual and in a classroom setting
Kindergarten and Second Grade Teacher
Shugart Elementary
08.2010 - 05.2020
- Worked closely with other teachers as a team leader to ensure that the academic standards are being met, as well as being a liaison between my team and administration
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment, enhancing student engagement and promoting a love for learning .
- Instructed students in groups as well as individually to support all learners.
- Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies EC-4
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05-2010
Skills
- Positive behavior supports
- Inclusion strategies
- Parent-teacher communication
- Social skills training
- Collaborative teaching
- Progress monitoring
- Individualized education plans
- Motivating students
Certification
- EC-4 Generalist
- ESL Supplemental
- SPED EC-12
Timeline
Special Education Resource Teacher
Bright Academy
08.2024 - Current
Second and Third Grade Teacher
Bright Academy
08.2020 - 05.2024
Kindergarten and Second Grade Teacher
Shugart Elementary
08.2010 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies EC-4
University of North Texas