Ashley Rice
Schertz,TX
Summary
Organized, experienced Content Coordinator with 18 years of experience in Social Studies. Trained in leadership and curriculum development. Innovative problem-solver with approachable attitude and insightful critical thinking abilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
ST. PHILIP'S COLLEGE
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating interactive multimedia resources.
- Optimized assessment processes by designing rubrics that clearly communicated expectations for various assignments.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their education by facilitating opportunities for independent research projects within specific areas of interest.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Encouraged class participation by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER
SISD
08.2021 - Current
- Economics and Government Lead teacher teaching AP and Dual Credit Economics, AP Government, and On-Level Economics and Government.
- Experienced teaching: Psychology, Sociology, AP Human Geography, Literary Genres: Mythology as Literature, and Literary Genres: Bible as Literature.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials to reach various learning styles.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills for students through engaging debates and inquiry-based activities.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted one-on-one tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance and support in the development of effective teaching practices.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in social studies education and incorporating new strategies into lessons.
- Coordinated with teachers, special education case managers, and department head to create a scope and sequence, lessons, tests, activities, and simulations for students with diverse language and developmental needs.
- Coordinates with personnel from St. Phillips College maintain data, records, and transcripts for Dual Credit students.
- Utilized multiple digital learning platforms for managing and assigning student work including Canvas, AP Central, Google Classroom, and Econlowdown.
- Communicated with (and maintained records of communication) various stakeholders including students, parents, case managers, administrators, and central office personnel.
SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER, INSTRUCTIONAL COACH, & SUMMER SCHOOL DEAN
NEISD
08.2004 - 07.2019
- Led the Social Studies department, as an Instructional Coach, to improve instructional planning and practices through weekly training sessions. This resulted in scores increasing by 6 percentage points and Nimitz Middle School earned a Distinction in Social Studies for the first time.
- Created professional development programs, presentations, and materials for teachers.
- Led department meetings, curriculum improvement/goal setting meetings, and mentored teachers to improve their teaching techniques based on best practices and students' data.
- Taught Social Studies (Team Leader): Economics, Sociology, U.S History AP and Regular, World History, Geography, & 8th grade U.S History.
- Collaborated with subject area teachers to establish common curricular goals and objectives, and create lessons to be used in each of our classes.
- Sponsor of ‘Student 2 Student' which helps create a support network for military-connected students.
ECONOMICS AND U.S. HISTORY CURRICULUM WRITER
NEISD
06.2013 - 07.2014
- Co-created the Economics Scope and Sequence for use district-wide.
- Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with subject matter experts to develop accurate and engaging content.
Education
Graduate Studies - Economics
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO01.2023
Graduate Studies - Economics
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS01.2023
MASTER OF ARTS - Teacher Leadership
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
Phoenix, AZ01.2012
SECONDARY TEACHER CERTIFICATION - Social Studies
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
San Marcos, TX01.2004
BACHELOR OF ARTS - History
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
College Station, TX01.2001
Skills
- Class Discussion
- Research and Analysis
- Learning Assessments
- Lesson Development
- Expertise in Macroeconomics
- Student Engagement
- Classroom Presentations
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Technology Integration
- Curriculum Creation
- Faculty Communication
Awards
- SUPERINTENDENT’S AWARD, 2016 - 2017. Received this award from NEISD Superintendent, Dr. Gottardy, for working with local businesses and agencies to spearhead the creation and management of the Churchill High School Food Pantry for economically disadvantaged students.
- NORTHEAST COUNCIL OF PTAS’ “SPOTLIGHT ON” AWARD, 2016 - 2017. This award recognizes programs, such as the food pantry, that benefit students and their families throughout the year.
Timeline
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
ST. PHILIP'S COLLEGE
08.2023 - Current
SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER
SISD
08.2021 - Current
ECONOMICS AND U.S. HISTORY CURRICULUM WRITER
NEISD
06.2013 - 07.2014
SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER, INSTRUCTIONAL COACH, & SUMMER SCHOOL DEAN
NEISD
08.2004 - 07.2019
Graduate Studies - Economics
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Graduate Studies - Economics
Emporia State University
MASTER OF ARTS - Teacher Leadership
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
SECONDARY TEACHER CERTIFICATION - Social Studies
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF ARTS - History
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
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