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Ashley Whitlock

Ashley Whitlock

Reading and Writing Tutor
North Augusta,SC

Summary

Dynamic educator with a strong foundation in English Language Arts and Special Education, skilled in customizing instructional strategies to meet the unique needs of diverse learners. Committed to empowering students through innovative teaching practices and a supportive learning atmosphere.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Middle School ELA and SPED Teacher

Batesburg-Leesville Middle School
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, leading to higher levels of academic achievement.
  • Designed instructional materials tailored to meet the unique learning styles of each student, resulting in increased understanding of course content.
  • Utilized data-driven decision making to identify areas of improvement in curriculum planning and instructional practices.
  • Served as a liaison between special education services, general education teachers, and families to ensure ongoing collaboration and communication regarding student needs.

Middle School ELA and SPED Teacher

Pine Ridge Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2023
  • Taught intensive writing workshops incorporating personalized reading texts and written responses.
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
  • Analyzed testing data to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Partnered with parents and guardians to develop strategies for supporting their child''s learning at home, enhancing overall student success.

ELA Inclusion Teacher

TL Hanna High School
08.2017 - 01.2019
  • Provided inclusion support and instruction for students with special needs in English I and III.
  • Evaluated student performance using formative and summative assessments.
  • Strengthened relationships with parents, students, and colleagues by maintaining open communication channels and participating in school events.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance data, informing instructional decisions based on measurable evidence of progress toward goals.

English/Social Studies Teacher

Palmetto Unified School District, SC Department of Corrections
08.2016 - 04.2017
  • Assessed inmate students' Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) to formulate their individualized course of study to master the GED.
  • Provided specialized and individualized instruction in coordination with the Special Education support teachers to ensure high population of students with special needs progressed.

Special Education Teacher

Strom Thurmond High School
08.2015 - 06.2016
  • Adapted curriculum content as needed based on individual student abilities.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop appropriate interventions and accommodations.
  • Monitored student conduct and utilized approved behavior management techniques to redirect and modify inappropriate behaviors.

Special Education Teacher

Aiken County Schools
08.2012 - 06.2015
  • High school English instruction for English I and English II at Ridge Spring-Monetta High School.
  • Provided Special Education instruction and IEP development for elementary grades 2-5 at Byrd Elementary School.

Special Education Teacher

SC Department of Corrections
03.2011 - 08.2012
  • Interviewed and assessed students with disabilities, developed IEPs, and provided specialized instruction for students ages 17-21 years preparing for the GED examination.
  • Designed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behaviors.

English and Learning Disabilities Teacher

Strom Thurmond High School
08.2004 - 08.2010
  • High school English instruction for English I and II; also Special Education Resource Classroom for grades 9-12.

Education

Education Specialist - Education Leadership

Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA
01.2011

Master of Arts (M.A.) - Special Education

Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA
01.2008

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC
01.1981

Skills

  • Collaborative reading and writing instruction
  • Essays and Scholastic writing in MLA and APA formats
  • Proofreading, Editing
  • Orton-Gillingham reading instruction

Certification

  • SC Teaching Certification (222001) in Secondary English, Special Education Learning Disabilities, Online Teaching
  • GA Teaching Certification (663237) in English 6-12, SPED Learning Disabilities P-12; SPED Language Arts Cognitive Level P-12

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Contract WorkGig Work

Work Location

Remote

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hours

Timeline

Middle School ELA and SPED Teacher - Batesburg-Leesville Middle School
10.2023 - 06.2024
Middle School ELA and SPED Teacher - Pine Ridge Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2023
ELA Inclusion Teacher - TL Hanna High School
08.2017 - 01.2019
English/Social Studies Teacher - Palmetto Unified School District, SC Department of Corrections
08.2016 - 04.2017
Special Education Teacher - Strom Thurmond High School
08.2015 - 06.2016
Special Education Teacher - Aiken County Schools
08.2012 - 06.2015
Special Education Teacher - SC Department of Corrections
03.2011 - 08.2012
English and Learning Disabilities Teacher - Strom Thurmond High School
08.2004 - 08.2010
Liberty University - Master of Arts (M.A.), Special Education
University of South Carolina - Bachelor of Arts, English
Liberty University - Education Specialist, Education Leadership

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