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Ashley MacKay

Casselberry,FL

Summary

Passionate American Sign Language Teacher with a decade experience who strives to teach course information and build students' lifelong skills. Creates vibrant teaching atmosphere and consistency supports students through openness and transparency.

Prepares students for personal and professional success through proven teaching methods and motivation.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

American Sign Language Professor

Valencia College
Orlando, FL
01.2021 - Current
  • Taught American Sign Language 2
  • Created instructional materials such as handouts, presentations, and videos for learning activities.
  • Evaluated students' abilities and offered targeted advice on how to optimize ASL skills.

American Sign Language Teacher

Orange County Public School District
Orlando, FL
07.2014 - Current
  • Taught American Sign Language 1, 2 and 3 Honors
  • ASL Club Sponsor
  • Engaged with students in a positive manner to create an enjoyable learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design innovative curricula that meet state standards.
  • Participated in professional development activities related to ASL education.
  • Planned field trips related to American Sign Language topics or events.
  • Promoted the importance of understanding Deaf culture among hearing families.

ASL Instructor

Orange County Public School District
Orlando, FL
08.2018 - 05.2021
  • Provided instruction on American Sign Language grammar, syntax, and vocabulary to hearing families of Deaf/Hard of Hearing students in OCPS.
  • Selected and revised course curricula to meet current instructional demands.
  • Promoted the importance of understanding Deaf culture among hearing families.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Kelly Services, Orange County Public Schools
Orlando, FL
08.2013 - 05.2014
  • Worked in Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing classrooms
  • Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
  • Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching American Sign Language

University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO
12-2020

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
07-2012

Minor - American Sign Language Studies

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
07-2012

Skills

  • Student Engagement
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Student Assessments
  • Grading and Reporting
  • In-Class Lectures
  • Curriculum Creation
  • Relationship Building
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Instructional Design
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Building

Professional Associations

  • Member of Florida American Sign Language Teachers Associations
  • Member of American Sign Language Teachers Associations

Certification

Florida Department of Education

  • Deaf and Hard of Hearing K-12
  • Elementary Education K-6
  • ASL Endoresment

Accomplishments

Activities and Honors

  • Interviewer for Business Convention and Expo of the Deaf 2012 – 2014
  • Vice President of UCF American Sign Language Club 2008 – 2010
  • Member and Coordinator for UCF ASL Team for Orlando Magic 2010 – 2012

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

American Sign Language Professor

Valencia College
01.2021 - Current

ASL Instructor

Orange County Public School District
08.2018 - 05.2021

American Sign Language Teacher

Orange County Public School District
07.2014 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Kelly Services, Orange County Public Schools
08.2013 - 05.2014

Master of Arts - Teaching American Sign Language

University of Northern Colorado

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

University of Central Florida

Minor - American Sign Language Studies

University of Central Florida

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