Ashley Herbert
Glenwood Springs,CO
Summary
Versatile teacher with experience in preschool, secondary, and higher education. Skilled in curriculum design, assessment development, and instructional technology, with a strong record of creating engaging lessons and supporting diverse learners. Known for building active classrooms and guiding students toward steady growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Temple Shalom Preschool
Naples , FL.
06.2019 - 07.2020
- Planned age-appropriate lessons with play-based preschool activities.
- Created classroom materials for art, music, and story activities to enhance learning experiences.
- Supervised children during center time, outdoor play, and meals to promote safety and engagement.
- Facilitated preschool classroom routines and daily transitions at Temple Shalom to ensure smooth operations.
Teacher
SPARK Hybrid School
Naples , FL
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Taught middle school social studies and English curriculum, including classroom discussions.
- Incorporated primary sources, maps, and multimedia into social studies lessons to enrich student engagement and understanding.
- Facilitated collaborative student group work during social studies projects, promoting teamwork and critical thinking.
- Used lectures, demonstrations, role-playing, and debates to support instruction.
- Prepared lessons aligned with school standards and district pacing guides.
- Organized field trips to local historical sites, enhancing students' understanding of historical context.
Adjunct Professor World Religions
Edison Community College
Naples , FL
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Delivered undergraduate courses and created lesson plans, tests, and assignments to check student understanding of class material.
- Built lesson plans aligned with Edison Community College curriculum standards.
- Taught college courses at Edison Community College using approved syllabi.
- Guided students on course expectations, deadlines, and academic support options to enhance their learning experience.
- Led active learning through class discussions, group activities, and individual projects.
- Developed exams, lecture content, and writing assignments to assess student understanding and engagement with course material.
- Evaluated student assignments and recorded grades to ensure accurate assessment of academic performance.
Adult Education Director
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
Naples, FL
06.2000 - 07.2009
- Directed parish faith formation programs for adults.
- Coordinated sacramental preparation for First Communion, Confirmation, and Reconciliation, enhancing spiritual growth and community engagement.
- Recruited and trained catechists, aides, and volunteer ministry leaders, fostering a robust support network for adult faith formation.
- Developed catechetical lesson plans aligned with Catholic Church teaching.
- Managed family registration, communication, and scheduling for education programs, ensuring seamless participation and access to resources.
- Collaborated with a pastor and parish staff on education planning and events.
Adjunct Professor
Barry University
Naples , FL
01.2008 - 06.2009
- Developed syllabi, lesson plans, and course materials to enhance student engagement in classroom and online instruction.
- Taught an undergraduate course in Theology of Film using Barry University curriculum and classroom standards.
- Created comprehensive course syllabus for Theology Through Film course, outlining standards, materials, grading criteria, and student progression pathways.
- Applied diverse instructional strategies to address varied learning needs and foster an inclusive classroom environment.
- Led inclusive class discussions that supported the Barry University student community.
- Prepared, administered, and graded exams and assignments to track student progress.
Education
Master of Arts - Pastoral Education
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA05-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing/Comparative Religions
Sarah Lawrence College
Bronxville, NY06-1994
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson development
- Assessment development
- Classroom management
- Instructional technology
- Student engagement
- Collaboration skills
Timeline
Teacher
Temple Shalom Preschool
06.2019 - 07.2020
Teacher
SPARK Hybrid School
07.2018 - 01.2019
Adjunct Professor
Barry University
01.2008 - 06.2009
Adjunct Professor World Religions
Edison Community College
01.2007 - 12.2009
Adult Education Director
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
06.2000 - 07.2009
Master of Arts - Pastoral Education
Boston College
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing/Comparative Religions
Sarah Lawrence College