Ashlee Jordan
English Instructor
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
English Teacher with effective planning and innovative professional with 5+ years of experience in the field of education. Equipped with a record of success in consistently guiding students to meet their objective goals in their English courses. Proficient in developing lessons that guide students to success for their current course and those courses thereafter. Skilled in oral and written communication that set precedent for successfully collaborating with others. Provides productive proven teaching strategies that promote student success. Strategic Information Technology Manager skilled in guiding navigation of modern technology. Accustomed to driving efficiency and effectiveness by developing, delivering and supporting strategic plans. Demonstrated skill in translating technical requirements to business solutions. Successful several months of record experience of building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Technology Advisor
Churchland Middle School Technical Advisory Board
Portsmouth, Virginia
08.2021 - Current
- Organizing professional developments on new resources that can be incorporated with their standards of learning.
- Oversaw development and implementation of improvements to support and network operations.
- Led and assisted technical upgrade projects for instructors within the English department by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
- Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop, coordinate and execute technical strategies aligned to different instructor's vision, mission and purpose.
- Played key role in on-going network design, reevaluation and optimization to keep pace with the growing technology advances.
- Communicated regularly with teachers within the English department concerning data exchange and technology integration.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
English Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
Portsmouth, Virginia
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Instruct students in the area of specialization and subject matter specified to the English course;Encourages students to think independently, develop and express original ideas;Maintains professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional books and instructional materials;Participates in faculty committees and student activity sponsorship;Performs administrative functions in computer based applications;Models non discriminatory practices in all activities,Performs related tasks as required.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
- Planned coursework to introduce students to important literature.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Mentor Coordinator
D.E.W Girl Power
Norfolk, Virginia
12.2018 - 02.2022
- Interviewing potential mentors for the mentees in the Hampton Roads area.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Established and updated objectives and tools for overall program and each department to enhance operations.
- Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
- Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
English Teacher
Hertford County Public Schools
Hertford County , North Carolina
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Teach students about literature, essay composition, and how to use language in powerful ways; planning, preparing and delivering lessons; helping students improve their analytical skills, speaking, reading and writing skills.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Established appropriate deadlines and provided complete instructions for reading assignment and homework.
- Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Coordinated theme days for classes to encourage interest in reading, resulting in significant increase in reading scores.
Education
Master of Arts - English
Grand Canyon University
09.2020 - 02.2022
Bachleor of Arts - English
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, Virginia 01.2016 - 05.2018
Timeline
Technology Advisor
Churchland Middle School Technical Advisory Board
08.2021 - Current
Master of Arts - English
Grand Canyon University
09.2020 - 02.2022
English Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
08.2019 - 02.2022
Mentor Coordinator
D.E.W Girl Power
12.2018 - 02.2022
English Teacher
Hertford County Public Schools
10.2018 - 06.2019
Bachleor of Arts - English
Norfolk State University
01.2016 - 05.2018