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Ashley Burdette
Seneca,SC
Work Preference
Summary
I am an average, hardworking person who happens to have had some really cool experiences—like living in another country for 8 years, starting a school and being bilingual. I do have a background in education and school administration. I have a strong work ethic and am comfortable working independently. I stay focused on the task at hand, and take pride in meeting deadlines. I take any job I have seriously because I know that it is my responsibility. I am a native English speaker with fluency in Spanish. I have strong typing and computer skills. I love to take advantage of any skills I have and to be able to help others.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Spanish Teacher
Senecal Classical Academy
Seneca, SC
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student comprehension of Spanish language and culture.
- Implemented interactive activities to promote language learning and retention among students.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a variety of projects that integrate Spanish language learning.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Managed multi-level Spanish curricula (Levels 1–3) in a hybrid school setting, ensuring continuity of learning by using a mix of interactive classroom lessons and self-paced at-home assignments.
School Administrator/ High School Teacher
Christian Training Center
Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Collaborated and co-founded an educational institution, overseeing the initial strategic planning, resource allocation, and operational setup.
- Implemented a comprehensive academic curriculum, ensuring full alignment with organizational goals and international educational standards.
- Established institutional systems and policies for student enrollment, faculty coordination, and academic compliance within a cross-cultural environment.
- Managed daily operations while collaborating with the leadership team.
- Mentored a diverse, small student body in self-paced academic environments, fostering student autonomy while maintaining rigorous standards for work completion and quality.
- Maintained detailed academic records and progress reports, communicating regularly with the administrative team and parents regarding student progress.
5th and 6th Grade Teacher
Puebla Christian School
Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Developed engaging lesson plans that enhanced student understanding and interest in core subjects.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective behavior management techniques.
- Taught all major core subject areas which were Science, Math, Social Studies, Language Arts.
- Developed and aligned lesson plans to follow grade level standards to ensure proficiency.
- Communicated regularly with parents to provide updates on student performance and support needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Early Childhood Education
Anderson University
Anderson, SC05-2012
Skills
- Bilingual Proficiency: Native English speaker with fluency in Spanish (verbal and written)
- Exceptional eye for detail in grammar/punctuation in both English and Spanish and detail/accuracy in general
- Proficiency in typing and computer skills
- Disciplined and capable of managing workloads independently, consistently meeting project deadlines with minimal oversight
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
High School Spanish Teacher
Senecal Classical Academy
08.2021 - 05.2023
School Administrator/ High School Teacher
Christian Training Center
08.2015 - 05.2018
5th and 6th Grade Teacher
Puebla Christian School
08.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Early Childhood Education
Anderson University