ASHLEY C. GILLILAN
Sebring
Summary
Motivated candidate pursuing the Agriscience Education Leadership Program to enhance knowledge of agriculture operations and Florida's natural resources. Aims to leverage insights gained to inspire student interest in agriculture and encourage FFA participation.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agriculture Teacher
Sebring Middle School
Sebring, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented curriculum for agricultural education programs, fostering student engagement and practical knowledge.
- Facilitated hands-on learning experiences in plant science and animal husbandry.
- Organized field trips to local farms, enhancing student understanding of real-world agricultural practices.
- Advised FFA chapter, overseeing monthly meetings, teaching several CDEs, and guiding students on fair projects.
- Mentored students in competitive events, fostering skills in public speaking and leadership.
Science Teacher
Hill-Gustat Middle School
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Developed and implemented curriculum plan to enhance student academic development.
- Coordinated with teachers to refine curriculum plan based on student needs.
- Conducted periodic assessments to measure and improve student performance.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records.
Agriculture Teacher
Hill-Gustat Middle School
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Developed and implemented lessons aligned with state standards to enhance student learning in agriculture.
- Advised FFA chapter, overseeing monthly meetings, teaching several CDEs, and guiding students through fair projects to foster leadership and engagement.
- Maintained agriculture land lab, including greenhouse, pig barn, cow barn, and vegetable garden, to provide hands-on learning experiences.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records.
Agriculture Foundations Teacher
Sebring High School
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Develop and implement lessons that coordinate with state standards.
- Maintained agriculture land lab, facilitating hands-on learning through greenhouse, pig barn, cow barn, and vegetable garden.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records.
- Guided FFA chapter members during meetings and events, overseeing monthly meetings, teaching several CDEs, and supporting fair projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food and Resource Economics, specialization in Agribusiness Management, Marketing and Sales
University of Florida
Gainesville05-2006
Skills
- Agricultural Education
- Curriculum development
- Animal Husbandry
- Public speaking
- Effective listening
- Student participation
- Animal Husbandry
Accomplishments
Coached the 2025 FFA Citrus Judging State Champions
Coached the 5th overall in state Ornamental Horticulture Demonstration for Artistic Arrangement.
Certification
CAR-PD
Reading Endorsement
Gifted Endorsement
Agriculture LIteracy Certification
Beef Quality Assurance
Agriculture Associate Certification
Agriculture Systems Certification
Ducks Unlimited Certification
Timeline
Agriculture Teacher
Sebring Middle School
08.2023 - Current
Science Teacher
Hill-Gustat Middle School
01.2014 - 01.2019
Agriculture Teacher
Hill-Gustat Middle School
01.2008 - 01.2014
Agriculture Foundations Teacher
Sebring High School
01.2007 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Food and Resource Economics, specialization in Agribusiness Management, Marketing and Sales
University of Florida
Community Afflications
Leader for Lorida LIvestock 4-H
Co-advisor for Highlands County Junior Cattlemen's Organization
member of Highlands County Cattlewomen
member of Florida Cattlewomen
member of the Florida Brahman Breeders Association
member of the Heartland Brahman Breeders Association and committee member for the show point series
member of the Florida Farm Bureau