Marcia Mitchell-Ashmeade
Conyers,GA
Summary
Compassionate Elementary Lead Teacher with a proven ability to efficiently complete tasks and enhance educational experiences. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and inclusive teaching strategies. Strong communication, empathy, and patience result in responsive and engaging learning environments.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher (1st Gr Special Ed)
Cedar Grove Elementary
Ellenwood Ga
07.2024 - 12.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to enhance student participation and reduce disruptions.
- Established collaborative relationships with parents to support student academic success and well-being.
- Assessed student progress through formative evaluations, adapting instruction to improve learning outcomes.
- Analyzed educational data to inform instructional practices and drive continuous improvement in student achievement.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Elementary Lead Teacher
Kindezi Schools
Atlanta, GA
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Created a positive learning environment through classroom management strategies.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of all students.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan field trips, coordinate assemblies and arrange special events.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
- Provided individualized instruction to struggling students.
- Facilitated small group sessions for targeted instruction in reading or math.
Elementary Lead Teacher
The Sae School
Mableton, GA
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of all students.
- Created a positive learning environment through classroom management strategies.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
- Facilitated small group sessions for targeted instruction in reading or math.
- Provided individualized instruction to struggling students.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan field trips, coordinate assemblies and arrange special events.
Lead Teacher PreK
Wesley Lakes Elementary
McDonough, GA
07.2017 - 05.2018
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
- Assisted in developing evaluation tools such as rubrics or checklists for assessing student work.
- Organized field trips or extra-curricular activities for students under their supervision.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Planned and organized variety of activities and field trips to aid mental and physical growth in children.
Pre-School Director/Supervisor of Operations
Golden Spring Learning Center
Kingston, Jamaica
08.2005 - 06.2017
- Developed school-wide curriculum and instruction plans to ensure student achievement.
- Coordinated with teachers, staff, parents, and community members to create a positive learning environment for students.
- Provided leadership in creating policies and procedures related to the management of school operations.
- Created budgets for personnel, materials, supplies, equipment, services, and other resources needed for successful program operation.
- Managed recruitment efforts for qualified faculty and staff positions at the school level.
- Monitored financial expenditures to ensure budget compliance.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress on goals and objectives as well as any issues or concerns that may arise.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in education administration.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, review of lesson plans.
- Addressed complaints from parents and guardians regarding their children's academic experiences.
- Organized special events such as parent-teacher conferences or open houses throughout the year.
- Attended meetings at both internal and external levels representing the interests of students and families at the school level.
Teacher Language Arts/Communication Skills/Literacy Coach
Oberlin High School
Kingston
09.2002 - 07.2005
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
Teacher 1st/Teacher - 2nd Grade
St.Theresas All Age
Kingston, Jamaica
09.1997 - 07.2002
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
Teacher, Grade 1
Queens Preparatory
Kingston Jamaica
01.1991 - 07.1996
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that integrated technology into the curriculum.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
- Organized activities that promoted physical, mental, and social development of students.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data on an ongoing basis.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay abreast of current educational trends.
Education
Master of Arts - Education/Supervision
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC10-2015
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC10-2011
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Shortwood Teachers College
Kingston JA12-2002
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Literacy development
- Materials sourcing
- Field Trip Organization
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational Skills
- Student Records Management
- Interpersonal Relationships
Accomplishments
- • Parent Teacher’s Association (Secretary 2004) Oberlin High
• President of Hall Resident/Campus Leader 1997-1999, 2001
• Oberlin High School (Reading Coordinator/House Captain)
• Zone Five Cluster Leader (Supervise 10 Schools) 2005-2008
• Seminar Trainer (Child Abuse) Zone 5 and Zone7/8(2012-13)
• Facilitator for the Introduction and Implementation of the (Early Childhood Curriculum)
• Seminar Facilitator/Presenter (Resource Materials) Golden Spring Primary
• Guest Speaker (Girls Day 2014) Brandon Hill Primary & Junior High
• Guest Speaker/Chairperson for several Graduations /Parents’ Seminars
• Presiding Officer for GSAT, GNAT and Grade Four Literacy (National Examination)
• Motivational Speaker/Clan Cathy High School (May 2011)
• Guest Judge for Miss West Rural St. Andrew (August 2013)
• Master of Ceremony Graduation (New Garden Infant and Primary June 2016)
• Cluster Leader Supervisory Award (2005-2008)
• Principal/Administrator Community Award (2005-2016) Golden Spring Early Childhood Learning Center
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher (1st Gr Special Ed)
Cedar Grove Elementary
07.2024 - 12.2025
Elementary Lead Teacher
Kindezi Schools
01.2023 - 05.2024
Elementary Lead Teacher
The Sae School
09.2020 - 12.2022
Lead Teacher PreK
Wesley Lakes Elementary
07.2017 - 05.2018
Pre-School Director/Supervisor of Operations
Golden Spring Learning Center
08.2005 - 06.2017
Teacher Language Arts/Communication Skills/Literacy Coach
Oberlin High School
09.2002 - 07.2005
Teacher 1st/Teacher - 2nd Grade
St.Theresas All Age
09.1997 - 07.2002
Teacher, Grade 1
Queens Preparatory
01.1991 - 07.1996
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades
Western Carolina University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Shortwood Teachers College
Master of Arts - Education/Supervision
Western Carolina University