ASHLEY DAVIES
MOUNT PLEASANT
Summary
As a veteran educator, I am looking for a new, yet similar path for the second half of my teaching career. Student progress is my biggest motivator as an educator, first building meaningful relationships, and using those as guidance to be able to deliver the meaningful instructions my students require to meet the criteria of a SC High School Graduate. My years teaching younger students has provided the framework and motivation to now work with older learners and deliver instruction through collaborations in order for the students to reach their highest educational outcomes. I bring a collaborative, data-driven mindset with a reliable work-ethic to the classroom, meeting deadlines and planning effective instruction using skilled behavior management techniques.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Charleston County School District
08.2024 - Current
- Planning and facilitating curriculum and law presentations for teachers of all students for instructional and legal planning as it meets the needs of students with exceptional needs
- Case manager for all students' Individualized Education Programs (IEP's)
- Curriculum and lesson planning for individual needs using News-2-You/Unique/TeachTown Programming
- Instruction in mathematics, reading, writing, daily living skills, and social emotional skills using News-2-You and Teach Town programming
- Collaboration with other professionals for the betterment of my students' education
- Collaboration and training with paraprofessional to meet our daily schedule needs and to teach the paraprofessionals how to meet the needs of the current students
- Communication with community organizations to incorporate community activities in the classroom
- Communicating with parents to establish teamwork in teaching children of Belle Hall Elementary
Online Instructor
Teachers for Tomorrow
08.2023 - Current
- Online instruction and scoring of project for teachers in training for the state of South Carolina
Elementary Program Coordinator
Charleston County School District
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Supervises school-based teams and individuals for the effective implementation of a Free and Appropriate Public Education as outlined by the Federal Guidelines set forth by IDEA
- Plans, designs, and implements effective instructional strategies and curriculum adaptations for special education students at elementary, middle, and high schools utilizing News-2-You Curriculums, Voyager Sopris Program and McGraw-Hill Programs
- Develops and delivers professional development for best-practices in educational strategies and interventions for all students to focus on student instruction, access to instruction and the delivery of instruction
- Interacts with administrators, parents, and teachers to facilitate student placement into and out of special education programs
- Facilitates the implementation of the Employment Diploma at assigned schools
- Coordinates procedures for working with school personnel to develop, implement, and evaluate plans for meeting all students' needs in the least restrictive environment at elementary, middle and high schools
- Coaches/supports planning and implementation of effective curriculum and instructional strategies and adaptations for students with disabilities
- Facilitates access to the general education curriculum for students with disabilities by training general education teachers and school based staff on communication strategies and tools
- Provides support and technical assistance at assigned schools
- Articulates special education program information, district procedures, regulations, timelines, guidelines and due process requirements for school personnel and parents
- Serves on multi-disciplinary committees involving students with disabilities according to the procedures established within the district
- Assists teachers with due process paperwork
- Maintains expectations and forms for instructional specialist job documentation such as monthly goals, logs, schedules, and planning documents
- Exhibits leadership skills: time management, judgment, decision-making and sensitivity
Education Associate Lead, Alternate Assessment and Early Childhood (619)
South Carolina Department of Education
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Project Manager/Contractual Lead: Palmetto Pyramid Police Partnership (P4) and South Carolina Partnerships for Inclusion (SCPI)
- Developing Initial Contracts/Grants
- Implementing Contracts State-wide to Tiered Districts
- Overseeing Budgetary and Contractual Obligations
- Gathering, presenting, and planning based on data collected through each grant/contract
- Leading the state of South Carolina and all local School Districts in development and implementation of the Alternate Assessment through Cambium Assessments
- Developing and Overseeing Contractual Obligations
- Overseeing Cambium Team
- Developing and Overseeing Budgetary Obligations
- Overseeing Test Administration for entire state
- Collaborating with districts on needs and challenges; scheduling and presenting professional development based on needs-assessment and data results
- Overseeing and conducting district monitoring visits for alternate assessment
- State Part B/619 Coordinator
- Section 619 of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) authorizes additional preschool formula grants to states that are eligible for grants under Section 611 of Part B
- States are eligible if they make free appropriate public education (FAPE) available to all children with disabilities, ages 3-5
- While not mandatory, all states are currently providing IDEA services to preschool aged children
Special Education Teacher
Charleston County School District
08.2016 - 02.2021
- Leading a group of 7 Special Education teachers and therapists in collaboration and planning for curricular (academic and functional) needs for the students of Carolina Park Elementary
- Planning and facilitating curriculum and law presentations for teachers of all students for instructional and legal planning as it meets the needs of students with exceptional needs
- Case manager for all students' Individualized Education Programs (IEP's)
- Curriculum and lesson planning for individual needs using News-2-You Programming
- Instruction in mathematics, reading, writing, daily living skills, and social emotional skills using News-2-You and Teach Town programming
- Collaboration with other professionals for the betterment of my students' education
- Collaboration and training with paraprofessional to meet our daily schedule needs and to teach the paraprofessionals how to meet the needs of the current students
- Communication with community organizations to incorporate community activities in the classroom
- Communicating with parents to establish teamwork in teaching children of Carolina Park Elementary
- 2016-17 Teacher of the Year
Instructional Specialist Low Incidence Programs/Elementary
Charleston County School District
10.2012 - 06.2016
- Plans, designs, and implements effective instructional strategies and curriculum adaptations for special education students at elementary, middle, and high schools utilizing News-2-You Curriculums, Voyager Sopris Program and McGraw-Hill Programs
- Interacts with administrators, parents, and teachers to facilitate student placement into and out of special education programs
- Plans and delivers professional development/training, specifically on News-2-You curriculums to assist teachers in the development and implementation of special education services and curriculum for elementary, middle and high schools
- Facilitates the implementation of the Employment Diploma at assigned schools
- Coordinates procedures for working with school personnel to develop, implement, and evaluate plans for meeting all students' needs in the least restrictive environment at elementary, middle and high schools
- Assists in teachers' long range plans to address state standards, classroom management, individual goals and instructional objectives
- Coaches/supports planning and implementation of effective curriculum and instructional strategies and adaptations for students with disabilities
- Facilitates access to the general education curriculum for students with disabilities
- Provides support and technical assistance at assigned schools and direct instruction and support to teachers who are new to the profession and/or struggling
- Articulates special education program information, district procedures, regulations, timelines, guidelines and due process requirements for school personnel and parents
- Serves on multi-disciplinary committees involving students with disabilities according to the procedures established within the district
- Assists teachers with due process paperwork
- Maintains expectations and forms for instructional specialist job documentation such as monthly goals, logs, schedules, and planning documents
- Exhibits leadership skills: time management, judgment, decision-making and sensitivity
Special Education Teacher
Charleston County School District
08.2010 - 10.2012
- Teaching students with severe/profound needs has included children with intellectual disabilities, autism, speech/language impairments, and other health impairments
- Moreover, my students have qualified for related services such as speech, occupational therapy, and physical therapy
- Additionally, in my time as a Life Skills teacher, I have developed a greeting card business for my students to make greeting cards, using their skills, to sell throughout the school and community
- As a class, we have raised over $500 this year for classroom supplies
- As a teacher, my responsibilities have included:
- Case manager for all students' Individualized Education Programs (IEP's)
- Curriculum and lesson planning for individual needs using News-2-You Programming
- Instruction in mathematics, reading, writing, daily living skills, and social emotional skills using News-2-You and Teach Town programming
- Collaboration with other professionals for the betterment of my students' education
- Collaboration and training with paraprofessional to meet our daily schedule needs and to teach the paraprofessionals how to meet the needs of the current students
- Communication with community organizations to incorporate community activities in the classroom
- Communicating with parents to establish teamwork in teaching children of Hursey Elementary
- Mentoring new teachers in IEP processes, organization, implementation, and instruction
- Providing district wide ELSB training to all low-incidence teachers (Fall, 2011)
- 2010-11, 2011-12 Special Olympics Attendees
- 2012 Young Athletes Grant Winner
- 2012 Project Unify Grant Winner
- 2011-12 CCSD Star Teacher Award
Middle School Special Education Resource Teacher
Bullhead City Elementary School District #15
01.2009 - 06.2010
- Coordinated with general education teachers to modify curriculum materials, ensuring accessibility for all learners in an inclusive setting.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and IEP objectives to ensure compliance with federal regulations and school district policies.
- Taught students in self-contained and resource environments.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction tailored to individual needs.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss students'' needs, share insights, and develop effective intervention plans aligned with their unique strengths and challenges.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and creating a safe learning environment where they could thrive academically and emotionally.
Education
No Degree - ESOL Certificate
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05-2026
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix05-2011
Bachelor of Science - K-12 Special Education
University of Akron
Akron, OH12-2008
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group instruction
- Individualized Student Planning (IEPs/ILAP)
- Relationship building
- Data management
- Ellevation Trained
Accomplishments
- Carolina Park Elementary 2016 Teacher of the Year
Certification
- CPI Trainer Certified
- LETRS Units 1-4 Facilitator Trainer
- LETRS Early Childhood Trainer
- Pyramid Model Trainer
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Charleston County School District
08.2024 - Current
Online Instructor
Teachers for Tomorrow
08.2023 - Current
Elementary Program Coordinator
Charleston County School District
08.2022 - 07.2024
Education Associate Lead, Alternate Assessment and Early Childhood (619)
South Carolina Department of Education
02.2021 - 08.2022
Special Education Teacher
Charleston County School District
08.2016 - 02.2021
Instructional Specialist Low Incidence Programs/Elementary
Charleston County School District
10.2012 - 06.2016
Special Education Teacher
Charleston County School District
08.2010 - 10.2012
Middle School Special Education Resource Teacher
Bullhead City Elementary School District #15
01.2009 - 06.2010
- CPI Trainer Certified
- LETRS Units 1-4 Facilitator Trainer
- LETRS Early Childhood Trainer
- Pyramid Model Trainer
No Degree - ESOL Certificate
Clemson University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - K-12 Special Education
University of Akron
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