Ashley Johnson
Buford,GA
Summary
Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrator
The Duluth Montessori School
Duluth, GA
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Met with parents of prospective students to discuss student needs and school offerings.
- Supported teachers in learning and applying new skills through meaningful professional development.
- Recruited and hired teachers and other staff as needed.
- Terminated employees if needed.
- Served as liaison between parents and students and/or teachers.
- Supervised, assessed and mentored teachers and paraprofessionals.
- Handled disciplinary referrals with calm, logical approach to student behavior.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote to teaching staff and administrative personnel positive interaction with students and families.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize student success.
- Wrote and/or edited various newsletters and articles
- Did secretarial work as needed
- Coordinated and confirmed details for field trips for all Primary classes.
- Coordinated various cultural and educational events in school for all classes.
- Confirmed accurate completion of forms and reports for admission, transfer or discharge of each program participant.
- Oversaw successful planning and execution of staff meetings, parties and events.
- Adapted to workflow changes and implemented continuous process improvements to overcome obstacles.
Director of Communications
The Duluth Montessori School
02.2015 - 01.2019
- Developed advertising tactics and implemented new solutions for increased brand awareness.
- Worked with administrators to create targeted advertising strategies for key customer demographics.
- Managed creation of attention-grabbing, engaging digital ads promoting our school.
- Highlighted school's positive attributes and promoted events through photography and social media presentation.
- Envisioned and collaborated with colleagues on website to better convey offered program.
Lead Teacher
The Duluth Montessori School
08.2004 - 08.2012
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student's developmental growth and academic progress.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Organized rooms in line with Montessori standards and requirements to maximize educational success for students.
- Adhered to Montessori curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
- Worked one-on-one with students based on their own level of understanding in order to build knowledge.
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Maintained detailed records and notes regarding attendance and administered lessons.
Teacher Aid
The Duluth Montessori School
08.2002 - 05.2004
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 30 or more children.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Maintained order in all aspects of environment such as cleaning, material making, organizing, record keeping for lead teacher.
- Reported useful information promptly and accurately to teachers and administration.
- Assisted 6-9 year-old children in conflict resolution and first-aid.
Education
Interior Design
American Intercontinental University
Atlanta, GAEducation
Montessori Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA06.2005
High School Diploma -
Pebblebrook High School
Mableton, GA05.1997
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Information Confidentiality
- Customer Service
- Project Management
- Event Coordination
- Administrative and Clerical Support
- Marketing Initiatives
- General Management and Administration
- Internal and External Communications
- Presentation Creation
Timeline
Administrator
The Duluth Montessori School
02.2019 - 07.2020
Director of Communications
The Duluth Montessori School
02.2015 - 01.2019
Lead Teacher
The Duluth Montessori School
08.2004 - 08.2012
Teacher Aid
The Duluth Montessori School
08.2002 - 05.2004
Interior Design
American Intercontinental University
Education
Montessori Institute of Atlanta
High School Diploma -
Pebblebrook High School
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