Nia Ashley
Brownsburg,IN
Summary
Experienced with fostering educational growth and development in both educators and students. Utilizes innovative coaching techniques to enhance teaching effectiveness and student engagement. Knowledge of curriculum development, instructional strategies, and professional development. Reliable and results-driven, consistently empowering teams to reach their full potential.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Coach
The Weston School
Indianapolis, IN
04.2024 - Current
- Mentored teachers in effective teaching practices and classroom engagement techniques.
- Provide guidance and feedback on effective instructional techniques and classroom management practices.
- Implemented age-appropriate learning activities to strengthen attention, self-regulation, and early executive functioning skills
- Monitored developmental progress and provided targeted support for emerging academic and behavioral needs
- Encouraged positive learning behaviors, independence, and confidence in early learners
- Assisted in creating structured, engaging classroom routines that promote school readiness
- Conducted assessments to identify behavioral challenges and effective support strategies.
- Trained staff on behavior management techniques and crisis intervention protocols.
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Indianapolis, IN
11.2019 - 03.2024
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into the classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Conducted evaluations to measure the performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Server/Cashier
Da Blue Lagoon Jamaican Restaurant
Indianapolis, IN
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Warehouse Associate
Bauer Hockey
Plainfield, IN
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
Plainfield, IN
02.2016 - 09.2017
- Pick and Pack Inventory for shipping.
- Resolved product or policy issues and shared benefits of new technology.
- Communicated all merchandise needs or issues to appropriate supervisors.
- Stocked and rotated inventory regularly. Cycle count.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Operated RF scanners to track merchandise and verify the contents of containers.
Crew Member
McDonald's
Indianapolis, IN
10.2015 - 04.2016
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from the management team.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, and sales techniques.
- Prepared products following restaurant, health, and safety standards and procedures.
- Operated cash register to ring up final bills and process various forms of payment.
Education
High School Diploma - Medical Coding And Billing
Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
Clearwater, FL2017
High School Diploma -
Holy Childhood High
Kingston, Jamaica07.2015
Child Development Associate -
CDA Council
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Academic assistance
- Strategic decision-making
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Effective classroom management
- Dynamic instructional development
- Inclusive classroom practices
- Effective organizational skills
- Emotional regulation techniques
Timeline
Education Coach
The Weston School
04.2024 - Current
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
11.2019 - 03.2024
Warehouse Associate
Bauer Hockey
03.2019 - 06.2019
Server/Cashier
Da Blue Lagoon Jamaican Restaurant
04.2018 - 10.2019
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
02.2016 - 09.2017
Crew Member
McDonald's
10.2015 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Holy Childhood High
High School Diploma - Medical Coding And Billing
Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
Child Development Associate -
CDA Council