Ashwinya Jayagopalan
Hartford,CT
Summary
A proud mother of 2 and a compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Strength in promoting student success through differentiated learning approaches and maintaining a positive classroom atmosphere. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Building Substitute Teacher
ESS
03.2026 - 06.2026
- Implemented lesson plans to ensure continuity of learning during teacher absences.
- Adapted quickly to various classroom environments and student needs.
- Assisted in maintaining classroom order and fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
- Collaborated with staff to support student engagement and participation.
- Utilized educational tools and resources to enhance instructional effectiveness.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback for improvement when necessary.
- Established high expectations for all learners, fostering a growth mindset that encouraged persistent effort toward academic goals.
- Contributed to school-wide improvement initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and applying new techniques in the classroom.
- Boosted overall class performance by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration and respect among students through team-building exercises and group projects.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Elementary Substitute Teacher
ESS
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Developed strong relationships with students, creating a supportive atmosphere for learning.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies for students with varying abilities, fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students by offering extra help sessions and modifying lesson plans to suit their needs.
- Boosted student engagement and participation through the implementation of interactive learning techniques.
- Improved overall classroom management by establishing a consistent routine and implementing clear expectations for behavior.
- Developed creative lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles, ensuring all students had equal opportunities for success.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies and skills.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to promote a positive learning environment.
Elementary Substitute Teacher
ESS
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Adapted instructional approaches to meet diverse learning styles and classroom dynamics.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Assisted in assessing student progress through observation and feedback mechanisms.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance instructional methods and student interaction.
- Developed strong relationships with special students, creating a supportive atmosphere for learning.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to support curriculum delivery and student needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Sri Ramakrishna College
Coimbatore, TN - India04-2007
Skills
- Flexibility
- Organization
- Instructional strategies
- Cooperative learning
- Special education
- Safety awareness
- Adaptable
- Behavior management
- Behavior modeling
- Confidentiality
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Elementary
Telugu
Limited Working
Timeline
Building Substitute Teacher
ESS
03.2026 - 06.2026
Elementary Substitute Teacher
ESS
01.2026 - 03.2026
Elementary Substitute Teacher
ESS
09.2025 - 12.2025
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Sri Ramakrishna College