Leslie Ashley
Oak Lawn,IL
Summary
Dedicated professional with 12 years of experience in training and development as a middle school teacher responsible for planning, directing and coordinating various educational programs. Skilled in various training methodologies, and currently looking to transition from the classroom to the corporate world.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
8th Grade Teacher
Evergreen Park School District 124
Evergreen Park, IL
08.2019 - Current
- Address messaging for different audiences and mediums be it via phone, email, print, or other platforms.
- Develop new skills and concepts while reinforcing and building on new ones. Tailoring strategies to needs of different learners and finding innovative ways to teach concepts.
- Evaluate situations on daily basis and come up with solutions. Make decisions and figure out best way to solve issues including everything from solving problems in context of specific subject to dealing with challenges with students/parents or lack of resources.
- Provide strategic planning of setting goals, deciding on actions to achieve those goals and mobilizing resources needed to take those actions while adhering to deadlines.
- Collaborate and partner with faculty, staff, administration, and parents to achieve goals and maximize learning.
- Perform manual data entry, create and manage systems for tracking large amounts of data.
- Observe teammates and offer constructive criticism for best practices.
- Support progressive instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous instruction.
- Demonstrate constant willingness to remain current with latest developments in profession.
- Consult with other teachers and staff learning specialists to develop alternate activities and modifications to students' programs to increase understanding.
8th Grade Teacher
Midlothian School District 143
Midlothian , IL
08.2012 - 07.2019
- Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments and behavior.
Administrative Assistant
General Growth Properties
Chicago, IL
11.1997 - 07.2001
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
- Coordinated travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel and ground transportation.
Education
Adult Studies - Education Program - Education
Trinity Christian College
Palos Heights, IL12.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05.1992
Skills
- Organization
- Mentoring and training
- Multi-tasking
- Problem Solving
- Relationship building
- Strong written and verbal communication
Timeline
8th Grade Teacher
Evergreen Park School District 124
08.2019 - Current
8th Grade Teacher
Midlothian School District 143
08.2012 - 07.2019
Administrative Assistant
General Growth Properties
11.1997 - 07.2001
Adult Studies - Education Program - Education
Trinity Christian College
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Eastern Illinois University
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