Ashley Anne Thompson
Alpharetta,GA
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Program Specialist
GaDOE
Atlanta, GA
01.2023 - Current
- Provides technical support for education systems (GoIEP, Infinite Campus) to school-level administration
- Analyzes data and creates reports for monitoring compliance with federal and state regulations
- Provides support and guidance for adherence to IDEA
- Provides coaching and professional learning to facilitate implementation of quality services, documentation, and IEPs
- Participates in on-site observations and walk-throughs at 3 state schools
Policy Analyst
GaDOE
Atlanta, GA
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Supported implementation of statewide policies focused on teacher recruitment and retention.
- Coordinated with local and state education leaders to facilitate application of education policies.
- Analyzed data and developed reports to assess efficacy of policies based on metrics including student achievement and teacher retention and recruitment.
- Generated a variety of materials utilized in the dissemination of policy and provided education to facilitate policy adherence.
IEP Program Manager
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf
Atlanta, GA
08.2014 - 03.2022
- Communicated and collaborated with parents, county representatives, service providers, classroom teachers, and administrative staff regarding the development and implementation of identified educational policies.
- Collaborated with teachers regarding educational policies, including training new staff, facilitating professional learning, assisting staff with documentation, and assessing performance.
- Assisted with creation and implementation of data collection resources utilized at state schools for progress monitoring.
Federal Grants Program Manager
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf
Atlanta, GA
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Liaised with state Department of Education regarding federal grants management.
- Coordinated with leadership and staff to manage budgets for multiple grants.
Elementary Transition Program Manager
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf
Atlanta, GA
08.2013 - 08.2014
Plus Program Manager
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf
Atlanta, GA
08.2012 - 08.2013
CBVT/RTI/Science Teacher
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf
Atlanta, GA
11.2009 - 08.2012
Education
Education Specialist - Educational Leadership
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA12-2015
Master of Education - Multiple & Severe Disabilities
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05-2011
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
The University of Georgia
Athens, GA05-2009
Skills
Special Education
- Deaf Education (P-12)
- Adapted Curriculum (P-12)
- Language Arts (P-8)
- Reading (P-8)
- Mathematics (P-8)
- Science (P-8)
- Social Science (P-8)
Coaching and Reading Endorsements
Computer Proficiencies
- Microsoft Office Suite
- GO IEP
- Infinite Campus
- Apple OS and iOS/ Windows Operating Systems
- Adobe
Certification
- Educational Leadership Level 6
- Teacher Certification Level 5
- Certified Georgia Educator, Certificate No. 834553
Languages
American Sign Language
Full Professional
Timeline
Education Program Specialist
GaDOE
01.2023 - Current
Policy Analyst
GaDOE
03.2022 - 01.2023
Federal Grants Program Manager
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf
01.2019 - 03.2022
IEP Program Manager
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf
08.2014 - 03.2022
Elementary Transition Program Manager
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf
08.2013 - 08.2014
Plus Program Manager
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf
08.2012 - 08.2013
CBVT/RTI/Science Teacher
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf
11.2009 - 08.2012
Education Specialist - Educational Leadership
Valdosta State University
Master of Education - Multiple & Severe Disabilities
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
The University of Georgia