Ashley Pritchett
Ball Ground,GA
Summary
Versatile Team Player who can successfully execute tasks to meet deadlines. Highly skilled at communicating with colleagues, monitoring status and achieving key milestones. Enthusiastic problem solver and talented co-worker with superior planning and decision-making skills. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Passionate language educator with solid foundation in English language instruction. Demonstrates strong classroom management, lesson planning, and curriculum development skills. Known for effective communication, flexibility, and teamwork, consistently driving student success and adapting to diverse learning needs. Adept at fostering collaborative and results-driven learning environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
ESOL Teacher
Denmark High School
07.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging ESOL curriculum tailored to diverse student needs.
- Facilitated interactive language lessons enhancing communication skills among students.
- Assessed student progress through standardized testing and personalized evaluations.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate ESOL strategies across all subject areas.
- Mentored new teachers on effective ESOL instructional techniques and classroom management.
- Advocated for resources and support services addressing the unique challenges of ESOL students.
- Enhanced professional development by attending workshops, seminars, and conferences focused on best practices in English language teaching methodologies.
- Supported the integration of newly-arrived immigrant students into mainstream classrooms by providing resources and guidance for both teachers and learners.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples in lesson plans.
- Contributed to a positive school climate by actively participating in staff meetings, committees, and collaborative initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement.
- Improved classroom management by implementing clear guidelines, routines, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Special Education Teacher
Creekview High School
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
English to Speakers of Other Languages Teacher
Cherokee High School
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Conducted individualized tutoring sessions for students with additional learning needs.
- Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum, and ESL activities.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
- Designed seasonal programs emphasizing vocabulary, pronunciation, and reading comprehension.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
2nd Grade Teacher/Kindergarten Teacher
Midway Elementary School
07.2015 - 07.2018
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems, and possible solutions.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05.2003
High School Diploma -
Norcross High School
Norcross, GA05.1999
Skills
- Efficient/Self-driven
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Data Collection
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Special Education / IEPs
- ESOL
- Various Learning Styles Understanding
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
ESOL Teacher
Denmark High School
07.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Creekview High School
07.2021 - 07.2022
English to Speakers of Other Languages Teacher
Cherokee High School
07.2018 - 07.2021
2nd Grade Teacher/Kindergarten Teacher
Midway Elementary School
07.2015 - 07.2018
High School Diploma -
Norcross High School
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Georgia