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Ashley Gilhousen

Green Cove Springs,FL

Summary

Award-winning Teacher at Seamark Ranch and skilled Registered Nurse at Orange Park Medical Center, demonstrating exceptional classroom management, critical thinking, and clinical expertise. Spearheaded innovative educational and healthcare strategies, significantly enhancing student engagement and patient outcomes. Consistently demonstrating exceptional ability to build supportive relationships, significantly improving student and patient experiences. Excelled in interprofessional collaboration and leadership, embodying a growth mindset and attention to detail. Recognized for highly effective teaching methods and delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Seamark Ranch
08.2023 - Current
  • Recognized as Teacher of the Year.
  • Responsible for all ELA instruction for students in grades 3-12, with varying exceptionalities and abilities.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences using the TBRI approach.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies using TBRI, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Integrated real-world connections into lessons, helping students see the relevance of ELA topics to their daily lives.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.

Chairman, Clay County School Board

Clay County School District
11.2014 - Current
  • Develop innovative approaches to problem-solving, leveraging resources and driving results.
  • Negotiate and resolve conflicts between stakeholders.
  • Contribute to values, goals and strategic vision of organization.
  • Spearhead development and implementation of governance strategies, confirming compliance with regulations at all times.
  • Oversee restructuring of financial systems, resulting in increased profitability and operational output.
  • Provide recommendations to board members on group's effectiveness, actions, and future plans.
  • Facilitate high-level negotiations with key stakeholders, securing beneficial agreements for all parties involved.
  • Elevate customer satisfaction levels by streamlining service delivery processes to ensure timely responses to client needs.
  • Enhance board performance by implementing effective management strategies and fostering a collaborative executive team.
  • Attract top-tier talent by developing competitive compensation packages while offering ample opportunities for career progression within the organization.
  • Plan and oversee meetings in accordance with governing documents.
  • Plan recruitment and renewals of designated committees.
  • Review and select proposed courses, programs, and curricula in alignment with local and state standards to ensure academic integrity and rigor.
  • Develop policy to maximize safety, security, efficience, and overall trust in organization and employees.

Teacher

Jacksonville Classical Academy
01.2022 - 06.2023
  • Taught 3rd grade all subjects.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices in teaching methods.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in faculty meetings, committees, and special events throughout the year.
  • Taught PE grades K-8.
  • Taught physical education classes covering health, exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using games and activities.
  • Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
  • Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
  • Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy, and kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
  • Received positive evaluations from administration staff for consistently meeting or exceeding instructional expectations.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Orange Park Medical Center
08.2007 - 02.2012
  • Effectively met individual patient needs through efficient use of the nursing process.
  • Monitored conditions of laboring women and infant vitals, modified plans, provided interventions, and notified physicians as necessary.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Managed patient care and coordination of pre-op, operative, and post-op recovery processes.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
  • Focused on preventing complications through good monitoring and assessment skills.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to foster smooth transitions of newborns to maternal child unit.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
  • Maintained a safe and sterile environment, ensuring optimal conditions for successful deliveries.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in labor and delivery procedures.
  • Improved overall patient outcomes by continuously updating clinical knowledge through professional development opportunities.
  • Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
  • Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Managed triage unit for labor and delivery.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, Fl
08.2007

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Student Motivation and Engagement
  • Interprofessional Collaboration
  • Clinical expertise
  • Lesson Planning
  • Networking and relationship building
  • Time Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Attention to Detail
  • Growth Mindset

Certification

Temporary Teaching Certificate, PK-3, Florida Department of Education

Licenses

Registered Nurse, Florida Department of Health

Timeline

Teacher

Seamark Ranch
08.2023 - Current

Teacher

Jacksonville Classical Academy
01.2022 - 06.2023

Chairman, Clay County School Board

Clay County School District
11.2014 - Current

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Orange Park Medical Center
08.2007 - 02.2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Florida
Ashley Gilhousen