Ashley Thompson
Fouke,Arkansas
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate early childhood educator with a strong foundation in child development and over six years of experience working in educational settings, including as a lead preschool teacher. I am passionate about creating safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environments where young children can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. My goal is to deepen my expertise in early learning through Arkansas State University's Pre-K Academy graduate program and become a more effective advocate and educator for children during their most critical developmental years.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Fouke ABC Preschool
01.2023 - Current
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons and activities aligned with Arkansas early learning standards.
- Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment that supports the individual needs of children.
- Collaborate with teaching assistants, administrators, and families to support each child's growth.
- Monitor and document developmental milestones, behavior, and learning progress for each student.
- Utilize Conscious Discipline techniques to guide positive behavior and social-emotional learning.
Substitute Teacher
Various School Districts
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Provided instruction and support to students from Pre-K through 6th grade.
- Maintained classroom structure and facilitated learning during teacher absences.
- Developed strong classroom management skills and adaptability across diverse educational settings.
Education
Bachelor of General Studies - Early Childhood Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, ARAssociate of Arts - Early Childhood Education (EC–6)
Texarkana College
Texarkana, TXSkills
- Early childhood development and education
- Curriculum planning and classroom leadership
- Positive behavior support and classroom management
- Social-emotional learning integration
- Parent communication and developmental assessment
- Passionate, patient, and child-focused
- Special needs support
Certification
- CPR Certified
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) Certified
- Conscious Discipline Certified
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Fouke ABC Preschool
01.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Various School Districts
01.2017 - 01.2021
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education (EC–6)
Texarkana College
Bachelor of General Studies - Early Childhood Education
Arkansas State University
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