Ashley Ard
kenbridge
Summary
Compassionate professional with strong skills in individualized education support and classroom management. Proven ability to implement accommodations and foster positive interactions, ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Lunenburg County Public School System
Kenbridge, VA
01.2019 - Current
- Supported individualized education plans by assisting students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop instructional materials and strategies tailored for unique classroom environments.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators regarding behavioral and academic performance.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to promote positive interactions and enhance student engagement.
- Assisted in creating a supportive learning environment that fosters independence and confidence among students.
- Provided one-on-one assistance in academic subjects such as reading, writing, math, and social studies to help students achieve their full potential.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities focused on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and multimedia resources in lessons.
- Supported students with behavioral challenges through consistent reinforcement of classroom expectations and positive feedback.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive learning environment that promoted respect, empathy, and understanding among all students.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Implemented a variety of accommodations, including visual schedules and modified materials, to support students'' diverse learning needs effectively.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
Education
No Degree - Bachelor of Science in Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2027
High School Diploma -
Jewel M. Sumner
Kentwood, LA05-2009
Skills
- Classroom organization
- Effective communication
- Small group instruction
- Small group and individual assistance
- Computer skills
- Classroom support
- Helping students with special needs
- Student assessment
- Special education support
- Preparing instructional materials
- Classroom management
- Student inclusion
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Lesson development
- Creating visual displays
- Lesson planning
- CPR and first aid
- Classroom technology
- Differentiated instruction
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Lunenburg County Public School System
01.2019 - Current
No Degree - Bachelor of Science in Education
Grand Canyon University
High School Diploma -
Jewel M. Sumner