Ashleigh Downes
Palatine Bridge
Summary
Dedicated teaching assistant with skills in small group instruction student supervision, communication, organization, and instructional support. Known for building strong relationships with students and faculty while maintaining a respectful classroom climate.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
12:1:1 Teaching Assistant
Pleasant Avenue School (Greater Johnstown School District)
Johnstown, NY
09.2025 - 06.2026
- Assisted the teacher in daily classroom activities, ensuring smooth operations and supportive learning environment.
- Contributed to positive learning environment by addressing individual student needs, promoting equity and inclusion.
- Facilitated small group instruction, enhancing student understanding of core subjects.
- Coordinated classroom materials and resources, promoting efficient use of educational tools.
- Implemented behavior management strategies, fostering a positive and respectful classroom climate.
- Organized and maintained classroom supplies, contributing to overall organization and readiness for lessons.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
School Librarian / Teaching Assistant
Warren Street (Greater Johnstown School District)
Johnstown, NY
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Shelved books and staffed checkout desk for the library.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for students and teachers.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student overdue books.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
4th Grade Teaching Assistant
Warren Street (Greater Johnstown School District)
Johnstown, NY
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted teachers in developing and implementing lesson plans to enhance student engagement.
- Supported classroom management by facilitating group activities and ensuring a positive learning environment.
- Provided individualized support to students, addressing diverse learning needs and promoting academic growth.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
Substitute Teaching Assistant / Aide
HFM BOCES Substitute Services
Johnstown, NY
09.2016 - 10.2023
- Assisted lead teachers in delivering lesson plans and managing classroom activities.
- Supported students in developing social skills and maintaining positive behavior.
- Monitored students during transitional and non-class times such as lunch periods and recess.
- Maintained smooth classroom operations by assisting teachers with any instructional, or student support need.
- Enforced school rules, dress code, and behavior to offer positive, learning-oriented environment to students.
- Assisted students with personal hygiene needs such as hand washing and toileting.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Plain Jr. Sr. High
Fort Plain, NY06-2007
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Computer skills
- Relationship building
- Classroom support
- Small group instruction
- Student supervision
- Teamwork
Timeline
12:1:1 Teaching Assistant
Pleasant Avenue School (Greater Johnstown School District)
09.2025 - 06.2026
School Librarian / Teaching Assistant
Warren Street (Greater Johnstown School District)
09.2024 - 06.2025
4th Grade Teaching Assistant
Warren Street (Greater Johnstown School District)
10.2023 - 06.2024
Substitute Teaching Assistant / Aide
HFM BOCES Substitute Services
09.2016 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Fort Plain Jr. Sr. High