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Ashley S. Acevedo

San Jacinto,CA

Summary

Committed 1st-2nd Grade Teacher dedicated to enriching student learning through a comprehensive approach that addresses academic, spiritual, and emotional development. Proficient in fostering positive classroom dynamics and promoting biblical values to instill character and integrity. Experienced in leading chapel programs that inspire student leadership and community involvement, contributing to a well-rounded educational experience.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

1st-2nd Grade Teacher

Murrieta Springs Adventist Christian Academy
08.2022 - Current
  • Boosted student confidence by providing positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
  • Enhanced reading comprehension through implementing innovative literacy strategies and group reading activities.
  • Developed strong parent-teacher relationships to support collaborative efforts in advancing student progress.
  • Cultivated critical thinking skills by encouraging students to ask questions, analyze information, and draw conclusions.
  • Integrated cross-curricular connections to enhance depth of understanding in both 1st and 2nd-grade subjects.
  • Supported development of social-emotional skills through conflict resolution strategies and character education lessons.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, align curriculum goals, and ensure consistency across grade levels.
  • Provided extra help during after-school tutoring sessions, targeting specific skill gaps for increased achievement.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.

1st Grade Teacher

Oakland Unified School District
08.2021 - 04.2022

Designed individualized and group lesson plans for diverse range of learners

  • Recorded and analyzed student's attendance, grades behavior notes, and class schedules
  • Enforced classroom rules to foster a safe, productive learning environment for all students and staff
  • Expanded professional development skills through weekly collaborative team work-shops
  • Implementing technology at appropriate levels to introduce devices and online learning resources to assist the learning process
  • Developing community relationships with faculty, parents, and students to equip students and families with adequate learning support.

Corps Member

Teach For America
01.2021 - 01.2022

Selected from approximately 45,000 applicants nationwide to join the national teacher corps of recent college graduates and professionals who commit two years to teach in under-resourced public schools

  • Participate in intensive summer training program to develop skills and knowledge needed to achieve significant gains in student achievement
  • Engage in professional development activities, including seminars, discussion groups, workshops, individual and group reflections, readings, and ‘learning teams’ specific to teaching license area.

Office Assistant

Mt. San Jacinto DSPS
04.2019 - 07.2019
  • Assisted students with college enrollment process and applica4ons while providing friendly customer service
  • Converted and reformed textbooks into accessible formats using software programs; Kurzweil 3000, Adobe Acrobat Pro,
  • Excel, Word
  • Transcribed for students with disabilities
  • Office assistant duties: copy, print, fax, and file student documents, assisted in scheduling student testing

Shift Leader

AIM, Adventist Information Ministry
08.2017 - 05.2018

Supervised and oversaw effective time management of employees and call volumes on the switchboard, managed quality control of processed orders, comments, and request

  • Managed time-off requests and unexpected no-show situations during shifts
  • Established and maintained effective working relationships among employees
  • Coordinated weekly management meetings to discuss goals, progress, and concerns of employees
  • Effectively and swiftly answer high call volumes providing efficient solutions to meet customers' needs
  • Accrued orders for company products and processed credit card, home address, and contact information

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of California San Diego
La Jolla, Ca
2021

Associate of Arts - Communication Arts for Transfer

Mt. San Jacinto College
San Jacinto, Ca
2019

Skills

  • Student Engagement
  • Phonics Instruction
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Collaborative Teamwork

Timeline

1st-2nd Grade Teacher

Murrieta Springs Adventist Christian Academy
08.2022 - Current

1st Grade Teacher

Oakland Unified School District
08.2021 - 04.2022

Corps Member

Teach For America
01.2021 - 01.2022

Office Assistant

Mt. San Jacinto DSPS
04.2019 - 07.2019

Shift Leader

AIM, Adventist Information Ministry
08.2017 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of California San Diego

Associate of Arts - Communication Arts for Transfer

Mt. San Jacinto College
Ashley S. Acevedo