Ashley Zinovitch
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Result oriented and data-driven professional with proven experience maximizing the effectiveness of classroom instruction. Passionate about student achievement and strongly committed to executing the vision, mission, and strategic goals of a school.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Louis Wiener, Jr. Elementary School
07.2021 - Current
- Reported and worked closely with Principal on daily school operations
- Assisted in the development of the School Improvement Plan and Supplemental School Improvement Plan, school goals and objectives, and the planning of the school instructional expectations
- Facilitated communication between personnel, students, and parent/guardians to evaluate situations, solve problems and resolve conflicts, including the dissemination of information about school disciplinary policies and procedures
- Developed the school Crisis Response Plan and facilitated monthly drills
- Conducted classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness as part of the teacher evaluation cycle
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development
- Attended and facilitated weekly Professional Learning Communities (PLC)
Learning Strategist
Don And Dee Snyder Elementary School
08.2017 - 07.2021
- Guided instruction by training and mentoring teachers to improve teaching effectiveness by coaching, modeling and providing feedback
- Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and professional development in all core subjects for teachers to implement in their daily instruction
- Facilitated PLCs
- Managed Response to Intervention (RTI) by collaborating with teachers about student data
- Determined effective research-based intervention strategies that promote student achievement
- Assisted administrative team in completing School Performance Plans (SPP), SB178 Plans, Title III Supplemental Services School Plans and school budgeting plans
- Served as school testing coordinator developing, understanding and communicating assessment protocols
- Served as data specialist on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) team
- Supervised school Instructional Aides employed under SB178 grant funds
- Completed all roles and responsibilities identified by SB391, Nevada's Read by Grade 3 Act
- Served as Title 1 Liaison
Teacher
Robert L. Forbuss Elementary School
08.2011 - 08.2018
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate classroom discussions and student-centered learning
- Improved student engagement with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning
- Collaborated with peers to promote awareness of advanced teaching practices and development of 21st Century skills
- Served as grade-level chair
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization
- Planned, facilitated and attended meetings with administrators to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods
Education
Master of Science - Educational Administration
National University
La Jolla, CA07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas, NV05.2010
Skills
- Data analysis and organization
- Developing and implementing data-based action plans for school improvement
- Implementing Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
- Managing test administration and protocols
- Facilitating Professional Learning Communities (PLC)
- Supervising teachers and support staff
- Knowledge of effective behavior management and instructional practices
Accomplishments
- Orchestrated school PBIS team that produced and executed school initiatives significantly decreasing behavior events and resolutions from 2018 to 2019 as measured by school behavioral analysis data
- Managed and established a system for implementing and monitoring SB178 strategies that enhanced student achievement as measured by MAP Growth assessments
- Spearheaded team that successfully received contributions from community partners for Don and Dee Snyder Elementary School's dedication ceremony in March, 2018
- Recipient of the PZ11 Southwest Star Award in 2018
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Louis Wiener, Jr. Elementary School
07.2021 - Current
Learning Strategist
Don And Dee Snyder Elementary School
08.2017 - 07.2021
Teacher
Robert L. Forbuss Elementary School
08.2011 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Educational Administration
National University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Las Vegas, Nevada
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