Ashley L. Mauceri
Roanoke
Summary
Educator equipped with comprehensive teaching experience and strong commitment to academic excellence. Known for fostering collaborative environments and adapting to diverse student needs. Skilled in curriculum development, student mentorship, and educational technology integration. Reliable team player focused on achieving measurable outcomes and enhancing student success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher (Fourth Grade)
Roanoke Catholic School
08.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Created and maintained accommodations for multiple students who needed assistance and modifications to their learning approaches to grasp needed concepts in education,
Teacher for the Blind/Vision Impaired
Lynchburg City Schools- Laurel Regional Program
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed and executed lesson plans for Braille Instruction, based around IEP Goals.
- Adapt lesson plans made by classroom teachers, to insure that that students were able to fully access curriculum needs and participate in clasroom discussions and activities.
- Served as my students' adviser, offering social, academic, and emotional support.
- Promoted a positive and interactive learning environment at all points.
- Created and implemented tests to gauge student understanding and progress, modicated for their vision needs, as well as other special accommodations deemed necessary by additional disability categories.
- Prepare detailed mid and end of grading period reports on student progress for parents and school administration based on a variety of data collection resources.
- Used varied teaching strategies to provide an interactive atmosphere, enabling students to develop learning skills.
- Fostered relationships with students, parents, and other educators to create an environment that let students excel.
- Coordinate evaluation schedules with parents, speech pathologists, classroom teachers, and occupational and/or physical therapists.
- Track, monitor, and evaluate student performance both in pull-out sessions as well as push-in times with students.
- Supported special education teachers in the implementation of their small group lesson plans to allow for the students to gain the most from the additional supports.
- Developed Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for children ages 3-18 with cognitive, learning, and emotional disorders, and fostered a positive and empathetic learning environment.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers and academic teams to develop and enhance the curriculum to improve education outcomes for students, creating transition plans for post-secondary based on Student Interviews and software/technology allowing the student to feel they had control of their future by creating outlines of jobs that fall into their interest category.
- Oversee the development of special education curriculum for students with mental and physical disabilities, including but not limited to vision conditions, as well as intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, down syndrome, and hearing decits.
Religious Education Director
Church of the Transfiguration
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Develop and oversee a comprehensive religious education curriculum for children, youth, and adults, aligned with Catholic teachings and the mission of the church.
- Recruit, train, and support a team of volunteer catechists and educators to facilitate religious education classes and programs.
- Coordinate sacramental preparation programs, including First Communion, Confirmation, and RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults).
- Organize and facilitate catechist meetings, parent orientations, and family enrichment events to support ongoing faith formation and engagement.
- Collaborate with pastoral staff, parish leaders, and community partners to integrate religious education initiatives with other ministries and outreach efforts.
- Evaluate and assess the effectiveness of religious education programs, implementing enhancements and adjustments as needed to meet the evolving needs of the faith community.
- Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment that promotes the spiritual growth and development of individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
- Although the church is not a place where IDEA must be followed, having the SpEd background that I do, I work with parents to ensure their child(ren) are receiving all needed accommodations/modifications to their religious coursework and lesson delivery.
Teacher for the Blind/Vision Impaired
Allied Instructional Services
07.2015 - 06.2022
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Provided vision services to 10+ public school districts.
- Same skill set as above.
ESL Teacher
VIPKid
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Company Overview: REMOTE
- Given pre-created slides from VIPKid Formatting, I personalized and made props to create exciting and engaging lesson plans to improve students' English language skills, focusing on grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, and listening comprehension for ages 4-14.
- REMOTE
Teacher for the Blind/Vision Impaired-LIFE SKILLS
West Virginia School for the Blind
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Developed adaptive strategies and tools to enhance daily living skills for students with visual impairments, such as cooking, grooming, and household organization.
- Implemented engaging and interactive lesson plans that catered to a variety of learning styles and abilities in a 3rd grade classroom setting.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment by promoting teamwork, respect, and empathy among students.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians to provide updates on student progress, behavior, and academic achievements.
Elementary Teacher-3rd Grade
McDowell County Public Schools
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement school-wide initiatives and strategies to support student growth and success.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction to meet the diverse academic needs of Title I students.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
Title I Teacher
Mercer County Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Developed and implemented engaging math and science lessons that aligned with state standards and catered to diverse learning styles of 5th-grade students.
- Created RAP Songs and Chants for students to remember key elements and formulas for mathematical and science needs.
- Utilized hands-on activities, experiments, and technology to enhance understanding and retention of math and science concepts.
Elementary Teacher-5th Grade (Math/Science)
Mercer County Public Schools
08.2011 - 07.2012
Education
MS - Special Education
Radford University
Radford, Virginia12-2024
Certification - Blind/Vision Impaired
Marshall University
Huntington, WV05.2015
BS - Elementary Education
Bluefield State College
Bluefield, WV05.2009
Skills
- Strong Advocate
- Deep Understaning of ADA and FAPE
- Attentive to Detail
- Effective Time-Management
- Problem-solving and Strong work-ethic
- Community Engagement Relations
- Lesson planning
- Hands-On Learning and Relatable Lessons
Certification
Endorsement in Blind/Vision Impaired
Certified Autism Specialist
Timeline
Teacher (Fourth Grade)
Roanoke Catholic School
08.2024 - Current
Teacher for the Blind/Vision Impaired
Lynchburg City Schools- Laurel Regional Program
08.2022 - 06.2024
Religious Education Director
Church of the Transfiguration
01.2022 - 01.2025
ESL Teacher
VIPKid
08.2017 - 06.2018
Teacher for the Blind/Vision Impaired
Allied Instructional Services
07.2015 - 06.2022
Teacher for the Blind/Vision Impaired-LIFE SKILLS
West Virginia School for the Blind
08.2014 - 05.2015
Elementary Teacher-3rd Grade
McDowell County Public Schools
08.2013 - 06.2014
Title I Teacher
Mercer County Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2013
Elementary Teacher-5th Grade (Math/Science)
Mercer County Public Schools
08.2011 - 07.2012
Certification - Blind/Vision Impaired
Marshall University
BS - Elementary Education
Bluefield State College
MS - Special Education
Radford University
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