Ashley Darsow
Bartlesville,Ok
Summary
Results-driven Operations and Program Manager with 5 years in agricultural education. Skilled in stakeholder communication and organizational growth, managing engagement for over 350 members and leading revenue-generating initiatives. Focused on leveraging expertise in financial oversight and team development to drive impactful results in a new field.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Agricultural Education Instructor
Bartlesville Public Schools
Bartlesville, OK
07.2023 - Current
- Taught 7th and 8th-grade agricultural education courses and advised FFA chapter of over 350 members, fostering student engagement and leadership.
- Taught agricultural education to middle school students.
- Guided FFA members in reaching outstanding levels of achievement at state and national events.
- Coordinated targeted recruitment efforts, increasing student participation in agricultural programs.
- Engineered creative recruitment initiatives to drive chapter growth.
- Organized hands-on volunteer opportunities for students to gain practical experience in agriculture.
Agricultural Education Instructor
Guthrie Public Schools
Guthrie, OK
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Taught Horticulture and Intro to Agricultural Sciences courses, while advising the FFA chapter with an average of 230 members.
- Led FFA members to achieve recognition at state and national competitions.
- Initiated projects that increased member engagement and participation in chapter activities.
- Managed classroom environment fostering collaboration among various grade levels.
- Head of the Horticulture Department and Learning Greenhouses
- Primary leadership event coordinator
Desk Clerk
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
08.2018 - 01.2021
- Managed incoming calls and directed them to appropriate departments, ensuring efficient communication and service delivery.
- Streamlined daily mail handling process to ensure timely delivery of correspondence.
- Scheduled appointments for campus services and resolved scheduling conflicts.
- Assisted community mentors in organizing events for student residents, enhancing engagement and community spirit.
- Worked with maintenance staff to resolve facility issues quickly, contributing to a safe and functional environment.
- Facilitated student engagement by mentoring peers on campus activities and resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Science and Natural Resources, Agricultural Education
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK05-2021
High School Diploma -
Edmond North High School
Edmond, OK05-2017
Skills
- Agricultural expertise
- Program recruitment
- Event coordination
- Project management
- Financial literacy
- Leadership development
- Public speaking
Awards
- Honorary State FFA Degree, 2026
- Outstanding Rookie Teacher Nominee, 2026
- National FFA 3 Star Chapter Award 2021, 2023, 2025
- American FFA Degree Recipient, 2018
Timeline
Agricultural Education Instructor
Bartlesville Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
Agricultural Education Instructor
Guthrie Public Schools
06.2021 - 06.2023
Desk Clerk
Oklahoma State University
08.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Science and Natural Resources, Agricultural Education
Oklahoma State University
High School Diploma -
Edmond North High School