Ashley Champagne
Swansea,MA
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Atlantis Charter School, enhancing academic growth and emotional well-being through effective behavior management and differentiated instruction. Expert in curriculum implementation and fostering collaborative learning environments. Licensed in Massachusetts, with a strong focus on student engagement and progress.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
Atlantis Charter School
Fall River, MA
10.2020 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, integrating cross-curricular concepts into lesson plans for a more comprehensive learning experience.
- Reduced behavioral issues in classrooms of close to 30 by implementing consistent disciplinary strategies and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, ensuring all students had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to foster a supportive school community.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
6th Grade Paraprofessional
Atlantis Charter School
Fall River, MA
08.2015 - 10.2020
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
- Reported on over 60 student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents, colleagues, and administration.
- Covers any other assignments as requested by the Principal or supervising teacher.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Covered long term substitute teacher positions in special education, science, and math
Special Education Paraprofessional
Global Learning Charter Publc School
New Bedford, MA
05.2010 - 06.2015
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Modify tests, quizzes, and projects
- Attending and participating during 3 year, initial, and annual IEP meetings
- Leave of absence coverage and substitute teacher
- Participating in team, content area, parent, and student support meetings
- School wide required duties such as morning duty, lunch duty, and bus duty
- Facilitate tailored curriculum that is student specific in a separate small group setting.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA05.2007
Skills
- Multi-subject knowledge
- Student Engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Student Progress Reporting
- IEP development
- Experience teaching Math, Science, Literacy, and Social Studies
- Behavior management systems
- Skilled in working with special needs children
- Curriculum Implementation
- Behavior Management
Certification
- Licensed Middle School Humanities 5-8 - 4/2/2024
- Endorsements, Sheltered English Immersion-Teacher- 3/3/2023
Timeline
6th Grade Teacher
Atlantis Charter School
10.2020 - Current
6th Grade Paraprofessional
Atlantis Charter School
08.2015 - 10.2020
Special Education Paraprofessional
Global Learning Charter Publc School
05.2010 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - History
Bridgewater State University