Ashley Harrington
Houston,Texas
Summary
Accomplished teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Driven to continue to learn and grow professionally.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, providing timely feedback for improved academic performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Managed classroom effectively using positive discipline techniques and behavior management plans tailored to individual student needs.
Pre-K Teacher SOAR Program
Tipps Elementary School
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Develop cross-curricular lesson plans for general education and ECSE students
- Provide differentiated instruction for students by implementing engaging learning lessons, creating and fostering a positive learning environment, and reinforcing grade level skills to students.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Peer Mentor Teacher
First Grade Teacher
Crossroad Academy Charter School Of Business
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Kindergarten Teacher
Crossroad Academy Charter School Of Business
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Provided instruction for students through whole group instruction and small group differentiated instruction
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development.
Teaching Assistant
The Growing Room
04.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
Student Teacher
Frank Hartsfield Elementary
08.2016 - 11.2016
- Designed lessons for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Assessed students' letter and sound recognition through Kindergarten
- Administered reading Inventory to gauge student learning gains.
- Conducted and implemented a behavior management plan using Class Dojo for positive classroom behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pre Primary Education
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL 08.2010 - 12.2016
Skills
Standardized Testing
Lesson Planning
Student records management
Special education
Student engagement
Differentiated instruction
Accomplishments
- Crossroad Academy Charter School Highest percentage of Meeting High Standards in ELA-2017
- Florida A&M University Dean's List: FALL 2010-2015 , SPRING 2012, SPRING 2015
- Florida A&M University Honor Roll: FALL 2011- 2012, SPRING 2013-SPRING 2014
- Student Florida Education Association
- Phi Delta Kappa International Education Association
Certification
Core Subjects with STR EC-6
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
08.2022 - Current
Pre-K Teacher SOAR Program
Tipps Elementary School
01.2020 - 05.2022
First Grade Teacher
Crossroad Academy Charter School Of Business
08.2019 - 12.2019
Kindergarten Teacher
Crossroad Academy Charter School Of Business
08.2017 - 05.2019
Teaching Assistant
The Growing Room
04.2017 - 08.2017
Student Teacher
Frank Hartsfield Elementary
08.2016 - 11.2016
Bachelor of Science - Pre Primary Education
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
08.2010 - 12.2016