Ashley Wallin
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Caring and compassionate Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Well-versed in presenting comprehensive lesson plans and assessing and recording student progress. Maintains strong relationships with scholars, families and colleagues. Focused and diligent professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and strong moral values. Willing and driven to learn new things for the students, classroom, and overall professional growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Keppel Union School District
Palmdale, CA
08.2018 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting respect and cooperation.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Aligned lessons with state standards and benchmarks.
- Facilitated group discussions to encourage critical thinking skills.
- Adapted instructional strategies to meet individual needs.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques for various learning styles.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding students' academic progress and behavior.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and planning.
- Participated in professional development workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Provided one-on-one support for struggling students as needed.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Created a positive, inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Designed creative hands-on activities to facilitate comprehension of concepts.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and attendance.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments and feedback.
- Fostered a growth mindset in students through encouragement and praise.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Palmdale School District
Palmdale
08.2017 - 06.2018
- As a Long-Term Substitute, I did everything a teacher would do, as I had the same kids and classroom for the year.
- I came early and left late, participated in staff meetings after school, even training days, all for the students and my overall professional growth.
- Same as above for experience, I just have learned more as the years go by!
Teacher
Westside Union School District
Palmdale, CA
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Same as above for all classrooms I have taught in.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ03-2017
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Small Group Instruction
- Creative lesson plan development
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Assigning and Grading Work
- Community involvement
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Elementary Education
- Student rapport
- Critical Thinking
- Special Needs Students
- Learning Assessments
- Technology Integration
- Google Trained (Taught Staff, as well)
- Behavior Management
- Motivating students
- Joined School Committees
- Mentored Teachers in the New Teacher Support Program
Timeline
Teacher
Keppel Union School District
08.2018 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Palmdale School District
08.2017 - 06.2018
Teacher
Westside Union School District
08.2016 - 06.2017
Master of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
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