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Ashley Griffin

Portsmouth,VA

Summary

Innovative educator known for active, hands-on teaching, and high levels of classroom engagement. Possess specialized skills in elementary science lesson planning, student enrichment strategies, and classroom technology integration. Excels at communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring success in diverse educational settings. Recently led the district's first hydroponics program at the elementary level

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Education Teacher

Great Bridge Primary
Chesapeake, VA
01.2021 - 03.2025
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans for elementary students, fostering academic and social growth.
  • Utilized a variety of educational technologies to enhance learning experiences.
  • Developed individualized strategies to support diverse student needs, including special education and English language learners.
  • Collaborated with colleagues and administrators to maintain a positive classroom environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership by mentoring new teachers and assisting with school-wide events and initiatives.

Program Assistant

Child and Youth Program Department of Defense
Chesapeake, VA
12.2016 - 07.2020
  • Assisted in organizing and supervising recreational and educational activities for children and youth in military families according to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) curriculum requirements.
  • Worked closely with staff to ensure the safe and engaging environment for children in various age groups running from 6 weeks of age to teen.
  • Worked to meet requirements of a safe ratio groups for children during are- documenting ratios every half hour.
  • Completed purchase requests for materials needed to carry out recreational and educational activities.
  • Planned and hosted a myriad of events for military families including Back to School, Month of the Military Child, Family Fun Day, etc.

Education

Master's of Science - Elementary Education

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
05.2021

Bachelor's of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies, Native American Studies

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech)
Blacksburg, VA
05.2011

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Task Management
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Deadline Management
  • Team collaboration
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Classroom Management
  • Mentoring
  • Educational Initiatives
  • Technological Proficiency
  • Educational Technologies
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Google Workspace
  • Smartboards
  • Event planning
  • Lesson planning

Recognition

  • Point of Contact for the Department of Science, Great Bridge Primary School
  • General Education Teacher for Hydroponics Program, Great Bridge Primary School

Certification

  • Licensed teacher in grades PK-6 with Virginia Department of Education
  • First Aid, CPR, and AED Certified

Timeline

General Education Teacher

Great Bridge Primary
01.2021 - 03.2025

Program Assistant

Child and Youth Program Department of Defense
12.2016 - 07.2020

Master's of Science - Elementary Education

Old Dominion University

Bachelor's of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies, Native American Studies

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech)

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