Ashleigh Felauer
Rockford,IL
Summary
I am an experienced educator and a longtime employee at Rockford Public Schools District 205, with effective classroom management and instruction. I have a proven track record of building supportive and culturally responsive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. I am committed to delivering best practices, implementing curriculum with differentiation, and collaborating with fellow educators to provide a positive learning experience for diverse learners.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL Teacher
Rockford Public Schools 205
Rockford, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Assessed student progress through quizzes, tests, and other activities.
- Researched topics related to ESL instruction such as second language acquisition theory, best practices in vocabulary teaching.
- Advised parents regarding their children's academic progress at parent and teacher conferences.
- Created an encouraging learning environment by utilizing positive reinforcement strategies.
First Grade Teacher
Rockford Public Schools 205
Rockford, IL
08.2010 - 08.2022
- Encouraged parental involvement by communicating regularly through emails, newsletters, Seesaw, and parent conferences.
- Provided engaging instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies to a class of 26 first graders.
- Assessed student performance through formal testing and informal observation.
- Engaged families from diverse cultural backgrounds in about their children's educational experience.
- Participated actively on the school leadership committee focused on curriculum development or assessment.
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies, including cooperative learning groups and flexible small groups.
- Promoted critical thinking tasks that encouraged higher-order reasoning skills.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Rockford Public Schools 205
Rockford, IL
08.2005 - 08.2009
- Held parent conferences to discuss student progress and performance.
- Collaborated with other teachers, parents, and administrators to develop strategies for student success.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promoted respect for self and others within the classroom environment.
- Facilitated small group activities designed to help students improve academic skills in areas such as reading comprehension, math problem-solving, and writing performance.
- Participated in school events such as field trips, assemblies, and family activities.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and other important information for each student.
- Established positive relationships with students through supportive feedback and recognition of achievements.
Education
Master of Science - Certificate in Teaching English Learners
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN08-2025
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University
Portland, OR01-2017
Master of Science - Teaching And Leadership
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL08-2009
Skills
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Team collaboration
- Cultural awareness
- Communication skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ESL Teacher
Rockford Public Schools 205
08.2023 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Rockford Public Schools 205
08.2010 - 08.2022
Fourth Grade Teacher
Rockford Public Schools 205
08.2005 - 08.2009
Master of Science - Certificate in Teaching English Learners
American College of Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Concordia University
Master of Science - Teaching And Leadership
Saint Xavier University
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