Ashley Shepherd
Covington,GA
Summary
Energetic elementary school teacher driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Rockdale County Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
- PBIS Team member
- MATH Team member
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented individualized learning plans for students with unique needs, ensuring their academic progress and success.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Special Education Student Teacher
Walton County Public Schools
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Established effective communication channels between school staff, parents, and external service providers to ensure consistent support for each student.
- Developed strong rapport with students by fostering an inclusive classroom culture that valued respect, empathy, and collaboration.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Walton County Public Schools
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Developed culturally responsive curriculum materials that acknowledged diverse perspectives and promoted inclusivity within the classroom setting.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
Preschool Teacher
Destiny Starr Academy
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom setting without sacrificing overall quality of education provided to all students.
- Organized special events like field trips, holiday celebrations, or guest speakers to enhance the educational experience for students while building a sense of community within the classroom.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Cafeteria Worker
Gerard Preparatory School
02.2018 - 12.2021
- Prepared ingredients and recipe components ahead of time.
- Supported inventory management efforts by conducting regular counts and reporting discrepancies to supervisors promptly.
- Contributed to a safe, inclusive work environment by consistently adhering to company policies and demonstrating respect for all team members and customers.
- Cooked food per recipe requirements in large batches for routine school breakfasts, lunches and special events.
- Educated students on the importance of balanced diets, promoting healthy eating habits within the school community.
- Served as a positive role model for students displaying appropriate behavior while working in a high-pressure environment.
- Improved student nutrition by planning and preparing healthy meal options in the school cafeteria.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in events such as nutrition education programs and wellness fairs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2023
GED -
Dekalb Technical College
Clarkston, GA05.2007
Skills
- Learning Styles
- Student assessment
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Phonics Instruction
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Rockdale County Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
Special Education Student Teacher
Walton County Public Schools
03.2023 - 05.2023
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Walton County Public Schools
01.2023 - 03.2023
Preschool Teacher
Destiny Starr Academy
01.2022 - 12.2022
Cafeteria Worker
Gerard Preparatory School
02.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
GED -
Dekalb Technical College