Ashley Eastlake
Medina,OH
Summary
Student-focused, effective, and innovative educator with a passion for creating and implementing curriculum to meet the diverse needs of all learners. Dedicated to making a positive impact on students' lives by helping them develop confidence and resilience, exceed expectations, gain knowledge, and master standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
ACCEL Schools
07.2024 - Current
- Design and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons for students using Canvas and Big Blue Button to ensure effective online learning experiences
- Monitor student progress and differentiate instruction using data from iReady, state test scores, and IXL to identify learning gaps, track growth, and tailor lessons to meet diverse student needs
- Provide individualized feedback on assignments and assessments to support student growth in reading comprehension, critical thinking, and writing skills
- Communicate regularly with parents to discuss student progress and address any academic or behavioral concerns and utilize PowerSchool (LMS) to maintain accurate records
Tutor
Cloverleaf Local Schools
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Taught remedial and on-grade level math and reading skills to students in Grades 6-8, using MAP, OST, and easyCBM progress monitoring assessments to create and curate curriculum and drive instruction
- Collaborated effectively with teachers across all subject areas to integrate curriculums, enhancing students' understanding of content while employing research-based intervention strategies and building supportive skills
- Enhanced student reading and math skills by employing personalized teaching methods and tailoring instruction to individual learning styles
- Member of the Data and RTI teams
Substitute Teacher
Cloverleaf Local Schools
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Implemented lesson plans according to teacher guidelines and school curriculum
- Utilized effective classroom management and instructional techniques to maintain order and foster positive learning experiences
Language Arts & History Teacher
Medina Christian Academy
07.2016 - 06.2019
- Taught and developed rigorous, differentiated curriculum for language arts in grades 5-9
- Taught seventh-grade history, using engaging resources and methods to bring history to life
- Participated in professional development and actively contributed to/led staff meetings
- Facilitated the ACSI Creative Writing Festival and led the Power of the Pen competitive writing club
GED Teacher
Polaris Career Center (PCC)/Medina County Career Center (MCCC)
08.2011 - 06.2016
- Taught math, reading, writing, and language skills to various ages, using diverse instructional strategies to help them pass the GED Test
- Instructed at PCC, MCCC, Akron University's MCUC, Medina County Jail, and Union Square Apartments
New Enrollment Specialist
Liberty University
02.2008 - 06.2009
- Assisted students with the enrollment process for Liberty University Online
- Communicated application, admission, and registration processes to students via telephone, email, and one-on-one meetings
- Received positive feedback from students regularly
- Exceeded monitored call Key Performance Indicators consistently.
Teacher/Tutor
Akron Public Schools
09.2006 - 02.2008
- Worked with students individually or in small/whole group settings
- Tested students using Jerry John's fluency and comprehension, DIBELS, and STAR Reading assessments
- Collaborated and team-taught with language arts teachers
- Implemented the 100 Book Challenge Reading program
Teacher
Sylvan Learning Center
07.2006 - 09.2007
- Taught Beginning Reading, Academic Reading, Academic Writing, and Math Essentials to students in small group settings
Teacher
Parma City Schools
08.2005 - 08.2006
- Taught 7th-grade reading
- Delivered diverse teaching methods to engage all learners and differentiated instruction to meet individual learning needs
- Collaborated with team of teachers to create and execute disciplinary and interdisciplinary units
- Participated in the Sunshine Committee and Entry Year Teacher Committee
- Chaperoned school dances and attended students' extracurricular activities.
Education
M.Ed. in Teaching & Learning (Gifted Education Concentration) -
Liberty University
05.2013
B.A. in Middle Childhood Education (Language Arts & Social Studies/K-12 Reading Endorsement) -
John Carroll University
05.2005
Salutatorian -
Cloverleaf High School
05.2001
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Data-Driven and Differentiated Instruction
- Educational Technology
- Creative Thinking
- Patience and Empathy
- Adaptability
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Virtual Instruction
Timeline
8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
ACCEL Schools
07.2024 - Current
Tutor
Cloverleaf Local Schools
08.2023 - 07.2024
Substitute Teacher
Cloverleaf Local Schools
11.2021 - 08.2023
Language Arts & History Teacher
Medina Christian Academy
07.2016 - 06.2019
GED Teacher
Polaris Career Center (PCC)/Medina County Career Center (MCCC)
08.2011 - 06.2016
New Enrollment Specialist
Liberty University
02.2008 - 06.2009
Teacher/Tutor
Akron Public Schools
09.2006 - 02.2008
Teacher
Sylvan Learning Center
07.2006 - 09.2007
Teacher
Parma City Schools
08.2005 - 08.2006
B.A. in Middle Childhood Education (Language Arts & Social Studies/K-12 Reading Endorsement) -
John Carroll University
Salutatorian -
Cloverleaf High School
M.Ed. in Teaching & Learning (Gifted Education Concentration) -
Liberty University
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