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Ashley Peterson

Ashley Peterson

Tustin,CA

Summary

Dedicated and passionate Substitute Teacher with proven track record successfully leading student discussions and providing individualized instruction. Communicates effectively with administrators, faculty and parents. Well versed in educational standards and innovative teaching methods. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable and knowledgeable educator with experience developing and delivering engaging lessons. Friendly individual enjoys helping students learn new concepts and subjects.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher, Pre-K/Kindergarten

Orange Tree Christian Preschool
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
  • Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Kindergarten Teacher

Orange Tree Christian Preschool
02.2023 - 06.2023
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Incorporated art, music and physical activity into curriculum for well-rounded education.
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
  • Created and supervised variety of hands-on learning activities for fun and engagement.
  • Kept accurate documents about student progress for school and parent records.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
  • Maintained stimulating learning environments through original, interactive classroom layouts and displays.
  • Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
  • Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Developed and implemented individualized educational plans for special needs children.
  • Advanced learning techniques by using differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate student needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
  • Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies/ Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
10.2023

Skills

  • English Fluency
  • SMART Technology
  • Creativity in Teaching
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Classroom Management
  • Organizational abilities
  • Creative Thinking
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Lesson Plan Development
  • Compliance
  • Student Engagement
  • Enforcing Classroom Rules
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Classroom and Activity Supervision
  • Lesson Planning
  • Lectures and Discussions
  • Lesson implementation
  • Adaptable
  • Behavior Management
  • Multi-Subject Instruction
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Elementary Education
  • Science Instruction
  • Language Arts Instruction
  • Social Studies Instruction
  • Mathematics Instruction
  • Teaching Life Skills
  • Staff Collaboration
  • Excellent Communication
  • IEP understanding
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-Solving
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, Pre-K/Kindergarten

Orange Tree Christian Preschool
06.2023 - 09.2023

Kindergarten Teacher

Orange Tree Christian Preschool
02.2023 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies/ Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University
Ashley Peterson