Ashton Molengraaf

Work History

Watertown School District

12.2024 - Current

Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.

Watertown School District

01.2024 - 12.2024

Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
Fostered positive learning environment, addressing individual student needs through personalized attention.

Cornerstone Early Learning Center

08.2022 - 05.2023

Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Integrated technology into lesson plans, increasing student interest and participation in subjects.

Cornerstone Early Learning Center

08.2021 - 05.2022

Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.