Ashley Brown Gatling
Pooler,GA
Summary
A dynamic professional with experience in curriculum planning and instruction. My areas of expertise include classroom management, organization, and implementing training initiatives from professional learning to nurture and provide a safe learning environment to meet the instructional needs of students. As an instructor, my talents lie in gifted education, differentiated instruction, ESOL, and reading and literacy. I specialize in mentoring and collaborating with educators while working closely with various individuals at all levels of the organization. My experience has taught me the importance of creating an engaging curriculum, developing curriculums, and conducting high-quality classroom planning. I strive to create a positive learning environment for my students and am committed to their success. In summary, my skills and experience make me an ideal candidate for any organization that values excellence in curriculum planning and instruction.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Virtual Elementary & Lead Gifted Teacher
Savannah Chatham County Public School System
10.2021 - Current
- Communicate effectively with all stakeholders in the Virtual Platform in written and oral form, including electronic media, using positive interpersonal skills
- Uses a variety of programs and software applications, as appropriate, to complete instructional and administrative tasks
- Participate in professional learning to enhance teachers' ability to provide engaging online instruction
- Clearly articulates deadlines, schedules, and procedures to students and parents to ensure that students complete coursework in a timely manner
- Demonstrates professional practices in teaching by implementing designated curriculum and maintaining lesson plans as required by school policy.
Adjunct Faculty
Thomas University
05.2019 - Current
- Maintain confidentiality and exhibit good judgment in making decisions concurrent with College policy
- Work cooperatively with all constituents
- Facilitate and initiate teaching instruction for adult learners
- Provide excellent written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrate knowledge of course content
- Experience with Canvas
- Provide excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Utilize strong problem-solving and organization skills
- Collaborated and created an online teaching ESOL endorsement course for Thomas University.
ESOL Teacher
Henry County Schools
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided instruction for the assigned students, grades, and subjects or courses by teaching at an instructional level appropriate to the mastery level of the students to be taught
- Provided both teacher-focused and student-focused content development during the teaching process
- Assessed and encouraged student progress by promoting student engagement in learning activities and monitoring student progress
- Managed the learning environment by using time efficiently both in the handling of non-instructional tasks and in using instructional time appropriately
- Followed professional practices consistent with school and system policies in working with students, students' records, parents, and colleagues by interacting in a professional manner with students, parents, and colleagues.
Instructor/Trainer
Henry County Schools
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Facilitated and initiated teaching instruction and professional training with adult learners
- Provided support to faculty and staff
- Utilized learning management systems and keep accurate records
- Planned assignments and prepared lessons
- Created and implemented presentations and individual assignments
- Collaborated ideas with faculty and coordinated with administrators to validate curriculum content
- Served as a primary liaison
- Led group discussions.
Assessment Coordinator
Henry County Schools
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Served as a primary liaison for Illuminate and Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) Assessment between school and district staff
- Attended district professional learning training/meetings
- Worked collaboratively with the Assessment Focus Team
- Coordinated teams of school leaders and teachers by facilitating learning related to the platforms and how to collect and analyze various forms of data.
Personalized Learning Committee Member
Henry County Schools
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Focused on supporting the vision of the district's plan to create personalized learning opportunities for students in a Title School
- Established ways to focus on one of the county's initiatives- two core beliefs: students have a voice and choice, and schools have the autonomy to effectively implement this initiative; assisted with the county/school improvement plan, and utilized data related to student achievement.
Gifted Support Teacher
Henry County Schools
01.2008 - 01.2020
- Taught gifted students in grades K-5 in a class environment conducive to learning
- Developed lesson plans and age-appropriate instructional materials and implemented individual and group programs for gifted students
- Adapted teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guided and challenged students
- Developed standards for critical analysis through group discussions
- Assessed the needs of students and evaluated student achievement; provided instruction in individual or group sessions; established and maintained standards of behavior
- Administered standardized tests by following established procedures
- Encouraged students to think independently, developed and expressed original ideas, and developed independent research skills
- Evaluated students' progress by maintaining appropriate records and preparing progress reports
- Communicated with students, student counselors, and parents through conferences and other means
- Maintained professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional books, instructional materials, and professional affiliations to meet the needs of gifted students
- Trained and participated in curriculum development programs, faculty committees, and student activity sponsorship as required.
Leadership Team Member
Henry County Schools
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Collaborated with leadership team members to implement and maintain services and programs for the school
- Participated in working and organizing weekly team meetings to identify issues, gain knowledge, provided information, and support staff members.
School Program Coordinator
Henry County Schools
01.2008 - 01.2008
- Member collaborated to implement school initiatives and improvement services (i,e., student-led conferences), researched a variety of topics for the purpose of being knowledgeable on trends, and changes, and made recommendations.
After School Program Coordinator
Henry County Schools
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Collaborated with staff to implement services according to county policies
- Maintained manual and electronic files and records to document activities and establish accountability for the mandated requirements
- Organized meetings and workshops to provide support for staff members
- Prepared documents and reports (e.g., attendance, budget, payroll).
Elementary School Teacher
Henry County Schools
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Provided instruction for the assigned students and grades by: teaching at an instructional level appropriate to the mastery level of the students
- Provided both teacher-focused and student-focused content development
- Collaborated with colleagues
- Assessed and encouraged student progress by promoting student engagement in learning activities
- Monitored student progress
- Followed professional practices consistent with school and system policies in working with students, students' records, parents, and colleagues
- Exhibited professionalism with students, parents, and colleagues
- Implemented student conferences according to the system policies; and maintained confidentiality and lesson plans and records
- Attended and participated in faculty meetings and other assigned meetings and activities according to the county's policies
- Performed school-related and non-school-related duties as may be required by the principal to promote the well-being and safety of the students and the school.
Education
Ed.D in Teacher Leadership -
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01.2015
M.S. Education in Reading and Literacy -
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01.2006
B.S. in Elementary Education -
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC01.2002
Skills
- Learning Management Systems (ie Blackboard and Canvas)
- Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Processing (10 years)
- Torrance of Creative Thinking Certification
- Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, Team Building
- Classroom Management, Mentoring
- Research, Writing Skills, Presentation Skills, Meeting Facilitation, Public Speaking
- Leadership Experience
- Content Development & Curriculum Planning
- Group Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Curriculum Implementation
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Best Practices
Certification
- Gifted Endorsement
- OnlineTeaching Endorsement
- GA Teaching Certificate
- ESOL Endorsement
- NearPod Certified Trainer
Groups
- Duke Talented Identification Program
- National Education Association
- BETA Club Sponsor
Awards
- Growth in Student Data in Reading and Math, 2023, 2024
- District NearPod Leader of the Month, 2021-2023
- Teacher of the Year, 2015
- Teacher of the Year Nominee, 2014
- Junior National Young Leader Nominating Committee Member 2011
- Title I Distinguished Educator, 2009
- Accelerated Reader Award, 2007
- Teacher of the Year Nominee (first-year teacher), 2002
- NearPod Certified Educator, 2019
Timeline
Virtual Elementary & Lead Gifted Teacher
Savannah Chatham County Public School System
10.2021 - Current
ESOL Teacher
Henry County Schools
01.2020 - 01.2021
Adjunct Faculty
Thomas University
05.2019 - Current
Instructor/Trainer
Henry County Schools
01.2016 - 01.2020
Assessment Coordinator
Henry County Schools
01.2016 - 01.2020
Personalized Learning Committee Member
Henry County Schools
01.2015 - 01.2020
Leadership Team Member
Henry County Schools
01.2013 - 01.2015
Gifted Support Teacher
Henry County Schools
01.2008 - 01.2020
School Program Coordinator
Henry County Schools
01.2008 - 01.2008
After School Program Coordinator
Henry County Schools
01.2007 - 01.2008
Elementary School Teacher
Henry County Schools
01.2002 - 01.2008
Ed.D in Teacher Leadership -
Walden University
M.S. Education in Reading and Literacy -
Walden University
B.S. in Elementary Education -
College of Charleston