Ashley McPartland
Worcester
Summary
Dynamic multilingual education professional with extensive experience at Worcester Public Schools, specializing in instructional coaching and curriculum design for multilingual learners. Proven track record in enhancing academic language development and fostering collaborative teaching environments. Skilled in data-informed instruction and family engagement, driving student success through innovative professional development initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Multilingual Education Instructional Coach
Worcester Public Schools
Worcester
03.2022 - Current
- Provide district-wide instructional coaching to educators serving multilingual learners across grade levels and content areas.
- Design and facilitate professional development aligned to WIDA 2020 standards, DESE guidance, and district initiatives.
- Support implementation of language objectives, scaffolds, and co-teaching models to improve access to grade-level content.
- Coach teachers through classroom visits, feedback cycles, and collaborative lesson planning.
- Lead PLCs focused on academic language, assessment of ELs, and equitable instructional practices.
ESL Teacher
Worcester Public Schools
Worcester
01.2015 - Current
- Delivered ESL instruction to middle and high school multilingual learners, including SLIFE students.
- Designed language-rich lessons aligned to content standards and WIDA Key Uses.
- Collaborated with content-area teachers to plan and co-teach inclusive lessons.
- Implemented scaffolded assessments and progress monitoring to support language development.
ESL Teacher - New Citizens Center / SLIFE Program
Worcester Public Schools
Worcester
01.2015 - 06.2017
- Supported newcomer and SLIFE students with interrupted or limited formal education.
- Developed foundational literacy, numeracy, and academic routines for secondary students.
- Partnered with families and community resources to support student transition and success.
ESL Instructional Assistant
Worcester Public Schools
Worcester
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Assisted ESL teachers in delivering individualized instruction to multilingual learners across various grade levels.
Editor
Worcester Public Schools
Worcester
- Reviewed and edited educational materials to ensure clarity and adherence to district guidelines.
Education
Master of Arts - Education / ESL / Related Field
Cambridge College
Cambridge, Massachusetts, MA05-2014
Bachelor of Arts - English
Wheaton College
Norton, MA05-2005
Skills
- Multilingual Learner & SLIFE Instruction
- Instructional Coaching & Professional Learning Communities
- WIDA 2020 ELD Standards Alignment
- MA Curriculum Frameworks & Common Core
- Co-Teaching & Collaborative Planning
- Language Objectives & Academic Language Development
- Curriculum Design & Assessment for ELs
- Teacher Mentoring & Leadership Development
- Family & Community Engagement
- Data-Informed Instruction
- Instructional coaching
- Professional development
- Language acquisition
- Classroom assessment
- Collaborative teaching
- Data analysis
- Community engagement
- Student advocacy
Affiliations
- WIDA Consortium
- Massachusetts Association for Bilingual Education (MABE)
Selected Contributions
- District-wide SLIFE program development and guidance
- Creation of WIDA-aligned instructional tools and coaching resources
- Facilitation of ESL MTEL preparation workshops
References
Available upon request.
Certifications And Endorsements
- ESL License - Massachusetts
- SEI Endorsement
- [Add additional certifications if applicable]
Additional Professional Experience
- Editor, Worcester Public Schools
- Report Editor, Claims Bureau USA
- Publishing / Editorial Assistant, Custom Learning Designs
Timeline
Multilingual Education Instructional Coach
Worcester Public Schools
03.2022 - Current
ESL Teacher
Worcester Public Schools
01.2015 - Current
ESL Teacher - New Citizens Center / SLIFE Program
Worcester Public Schools
01.2015 - 06.2017
ESL Instructional Assistant
Worcester Public Schools
01.2012 - 12.2014
Editor
Worcester Public Schools
Master of Arts - Education / ESL / Related Field
Cambridge College
Bachelor of Arts - English
Wheaton College