Ashley Jacobsen
Everett,WA
Summary
Highly-motivated Kindergarten Teacher with a desire to take on new challenges. Combines structured learning with play activities designed for each developmental stage. Well-versed in educational technology and project-based learning. Strong worth ethic, multitasking and time management abilities, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Creates lesson plans promoting intellectual, emotional, and social growth of students. Adapts instructional strategies to meet various objectives and learner needs .
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Northshore Christian Academy
Everett, WA
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity to improve student engagement.
- Developed positive relationships with diverse students, families, and staff members.
- Collaborated with other colleagues on various tasks related to curriculum development and assessment strategies used in the classroom.
- Provided a safe learning environment where students are effectively engaged in the learning process.
- Adapted teaching methods, instructional practices, and technology use to meet the varying needs of students.
- Monitored, documented, and reported student progress and performance to students, parents, and the administration team.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences in order to discuss student progress.
- Supported low and at-risk students by providing additional assistance to help reach kindergarten grade level standards.
Student Teacher
Shelton View Elementary
Bothell, WA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Taught a second-grade classroom of 18 students in the Elementary Advanced Program (EAP), following a common core aligned curriculum.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
Swim Instructor
Snohomish Aquatic Center
Snohomish, WA
01.2018 - 08.2021
- Provided swimming instruction to individuals and groups of all ages.
- Demonstrated proper technique for each stroke, including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.
- Encouraged students to build confidence in and out of water by making swimming fun.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT11-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Northwest University
Kirkland, WA05-2022
Associate of Arts - Integrated Studies
Cascadia Community College
Bothell, WA06-2019
High School Diploma -
Glacier Peak High School
Snohomish, WA06-2019
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Parent Communication
- Technology Integration
- Classroom Organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Social-emotional learning
- Detail-oriented
- Clear communicator
- Experience with working with diverse students and families
- Test proctoring
- Enthusiasm
- Patience
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- SBA and i-Ready Trained
- Residency Teacher Education Certification
- English Language Learner Endorsement
Accomplishments
Northshore
- Graduated with Magna Cum Laude at Northwest University
- Awarded the Faculty Scholarship at Northwest University
- Member of the Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society from Cascadia College
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Northshore Christian Academy
08.2022 - Current
Student Teacher
Shelton View Elementary
08.2021 - 05.2022
Swim Instructor
Snohomish Aquatic Center
01.2018 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Northwest University
Associate of Arts - Integrated Studies
Cascadia Community College
High School Diploma -
Glacier Peak High School
Similar Profiles
Carrie LaMotteCarrie LaMotte
Educational Assistant at Northshore Christian AcademyEducational Assistant at Northshore Christian Academy
Kelsey FletcherKelsey Fletcher
Music Teacher at Northshore Christian AcademyMusic Teacher at Northshore Christian Academy
Katie DavisKatie Davis
Cheer Coach at Lighthouse Christian AcademyCheer Coach at Lighthouse Christian Academy
Mikhail GarinMikhail Garin
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Imaging Center at Evergreen Health Medical CenterRegistered Nurse, Cardiac Imaging Center at Evergreen Health Medical Center
Samuel GetahunSamuel Getahun
Quality Assurance Automation Specialist Intern at Leads.AiQuality Assurance Automation Specialist Intern at Leads.Ai