ASHTON JONES
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Dedicated educator with exceptional communication skills and a commitment to inspiring students to embrace the joy of learning. Expertise in designing engaging and dynamic classroom environments that empower students to reach their full potential while fostering a love for knowledge. Strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues enhance collaborative efforts to support each student's journey toward excellence. Open to relocation and ready to bring enthusiasm and innovative teaching strategies to new educational settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
School Board
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities to engage students and enhance understanding of material.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional resources tailored towards their specific needs.
- Assessed student performance through regular evaluations and constructive feedback.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and community stakeholders to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning and identify struggling students to provide additional support.
Front Office Manager/Assistant General Manager
Office Manager/Assistant
02.2013 - 10.2021
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize guest satisfaction and optimize operational efficiency.
- Implemented staff training programs, improving employee performance and team cohesion.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for front desk management and customer interaction protocols.
- Established relationships with vendors to streamline supply procurement for office needs.
- Created weekly schedules for front office staff members to ensure appropriate coverage during peak hours or high demand periods.
- Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor's degree -
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA05-2019
Skills
- Educational facilitation
- Academic tutoring
- Staff Training and Development
- Effective classroom management
- Marketing proficiency
- Designing innovative lesson plans
- Facilitating small group learning
- Encouraging student participation
- Collaboration with ABA organizations
Accomplishments
- Named "Teacher of the Year" at Garyville Mt.Airy Magnet in 2023-2024
- Named "Teacher of the 2nd Quarter" at Garyville Mt.Airy Magnet in 2023
- Led class to an average 56% increase in reading on standardized test scores during the 2022-2023 school year.
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
Affiliations
ABA organizations August 2013 to May 2019 Helped organize events for disabled and special needs families
Certification
- Aims-Pathways to Reading Proficient April 2024 to Present This certification was implemented by the school system and reaches varies resources on how to understand and help students who are needing assistance in reading.
- Teaching Certification March 2025 to March 2026 Certified Elementary Teacher
Awards
Collaborator of the Month October 2023 Striving for success in all dynamics, inside and outside the classroom., Teacher of the Year August 2023 Voted Teacher of the Year 23-24
Timeline
Teacher
School Board
08.2022 - Current
Front Office Manager/Assistant General Manager
Office Manager/Assistant
02.2013 - 10.2021
Bachelor's degree -
University of Louisiana At Lafayette