Ashley A. Vogt
New Milford,CT
Summary
To help guide students into productive members of the global community. Experienced Social Studies Teacher with experience educating students on global and American ideals and cultural heritage. Generates student awareness of rights, liberties and responsibilities as citizens. Explains concepts of government, geography, history, economics, civics and current events. Develops lesson plans, assigns and grades exercises and encourages student participation during classroom activities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English/Social Studies Teacher
Danbury Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Website creator and maintainer.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
Social Studies Teacher
Waterbury Public Schools
09.2015 - 06.2021
- A year teaching Social Studies in the Excel program, 2 years teaching Social Studies at the middle school level and 4 years teaching Social Studies Electives at the high school level
- Professional Responsibilities such as Social Studies Department Data, Teach and Core Values and Beliefs Team.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
Curriculum Writing Social Studies
Waterbury Public Schools
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Social Studies Tutor
Excel Tutoring
03.2014 - 06.2015
- Encouraged civic responsibility among students by integrating discussions of current events into tutoring sessions and highlighting the importance of informed citizenship.
Camp Teacher
Wooster School
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Increased student motivation by designing diverse and engaging assignments tailored to individual learning styles.
Substitute Teacher
Danbury Public Schools
12.2011 - 01.2015
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
Social Studies Long Term Substitute
Danbury Public Schools
08.2014 - 12.2014
- Developed lesson plans, tests, quizzes, and projects in accordance with Common Core Standards; Participated in Professional Learning Community (PLC), and cluster meetings
- Used Power School to track student attendance, as well as academic progress
- Delivered Benchmark Assessments and analyzed the data.
Reading Long Term Substitute
Danbury Public Schools
04.2014 - 06.2014
- Developed lesson plans, tests, quizzes, and projects in accordance with Common Core Standards; Participated in Professional Learning Community (PLC), and cluster meetings
- Used Power School to track student attendance, as well as academic progress
- Delivered Benchmark Assessments and analyzed the data.
Student Teaching
New Milford High School
08.2013 - 11.2013
- Taught sections of Western Civilization (Academic), Global Studies (Honor and Academic) and Introduction to Psychology
- Developed lesson plans, tests, quizzes, and projects in accordance with Common Core Standards
- Worked cooperatively with teachers and paraprofessionals to ensure student success
- Supervisory duties included Take Time to Read, advisory and study hall.
Internship
Broadview Middle School
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
Education
Masters of Science in Secondary Education History and Social Studies (7 - 12) - Education
University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT05.2013
Bachelor of Arts in American Studies and History (Double Major) - History And American Studies
Western Connecticut State University
Danbury12.2012
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Educational technology
- Classroom Management
- Technology Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Faculty Collaboration
- Progress Monitoring
- Organizational abilities
- Google Classroom
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Relationship Building
Certification
State of Connecticut 026: History and Social Studies, Grades 4 through 12
Professional Development
- Endeavor School, Danbury, CT, 09/2021, Present, Curriculum, I Ready Curriculum, Native American institute
- Enlightenment School, Waterbury, CT, 09/2015, 06/2021, Curriculum, R.U.L.E.R Training, Social Emotional Learning, Kami Certification
Volunteer Experience
- Student Council Advisory, Enlightenment School, Waterbury, CT, 10/2016, 06/2019
- New Fairfield Relay for Life, New Fairfield, CT, 04/2009, 2019
References
Available upon request
Timeline
English/Social Studies Teacher
Danbury Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Curriculum Writing Social Studies
Waterbury Public Schools
06.2017 - 08.2018
Social Studies Teacher
Waterbury Public Schools
09.2015 - 06.2021
Social Studies Long Term Substitute
Danbury Public Schools
08.2014 - 12.2014
Camp Teacher
Wooster School
06.2014 - 08.2015
Reading Long Term Substitute
Danbury Public Schools
04.2014 - 06.2014
Social Studies Tutor
Excel Tutoring
03.2014 - 06.2015
Student Teaching
New Milford High School
08.2013 - 11.2013
Internship
Broadview Middle School
08.2012 - 06.2013
Substitute Teacher
Danbury Public Schools
12.2011 - 01.2015
Masters of Science in Secondary Education History and Social Studies (7 - 12) - Education
University of Bridgeport
Bachelor of Arts in American Studies and History (Double Major) - History And American Studies
Western Connecticut State University
State of Connecticut 026: History and Social Studies, Grades 4 through 12
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