Ashley Gallegos
Hidalgo
Summary
Driven Substitute Teacher skilled at overseeing classes on long-term basis to cover for medical or personal absences. Passionate educator with depth approach to learning. Experienced with classroom management and student engagement strategies. Utilizes effective communication to foster productive learning environment. Knowledge of curriculum development and instructional techniques tailored to diverse learning needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kokua Education
09.2022 - Current
- Facilitated a 3 week, social studies assignment for 6th graders during the 2024-2025 school year. While following prescribed lesson plans and establishing effective classroom routines to promote academic success.
- Served in a 1–2 month long-term role with 10th-grade RTTC, providing classroom support as a floating instructor and delivering structured ACT preparation sessions to help sophomores build test-taking skills and content readiness.
- Implemented lesson plans to support diverse learning styles across K-12 grade levels.
- Established classroom management strategies to maintain a productive learning environment.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet the unique needs of students in various subjects.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Provided one-on-one support to students, enhancing their academic confidence and performance.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Collaborated with teachers to align curriculum and address student learning gaps effectively.
Technician
Dr. Scott and Associates
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Conducted routine maintenance on medical equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to troubleshoot technical issues effectively.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability.
- Assisted in training junior technicians on best practices and safety protocols.
- Used proper telephone etiquette, answered calls and caller questions and transferred to proper extensions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Valley View High School
Pharr, TXBachelor of Science - Psychology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX12-2024
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
South Texas College
McAllen, TX01-2018
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Curriculum development
- Training and mentoring
- Behavior management
- Classroom organization
- Lecturing and teaching
Certification
- Actively pursuing Texas Educator Certification in Core Subjects with STR (EC–6). - Teachers of Tomorrow.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kokua Education
09.2022 - Current
Technician
Dr. Scott and Associates
08.2020 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Valley View High School
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
South Texas College