PAMELA ASHLEY
Petaluma,CA
Summary
As a teacher, I have actively engaged in administrative activities such as serving as Chairman of the faculty and college of teachers, as well as Vice President of the board. I have also been involved in fundraising initiatives and regularly attended executive and administrative meetings. My background as an artist enables me to create a learning environment that empowers children to express themselves through experiential learning. Additionally, my interest in movement and therapeutic recreation has given me an understanding of the importance of incorporating movement and nature experiences into a child's education for their overall development and well-being.
Knowledgeable Waldorf Teacher in guiding students through Waldorf educational programs. Demonstrated success in fostering positive learning environment and enhancing student engagement. Proven ability to utilize classroom management skills and curriculum development to support academic growth.
An education professional ready to bring expertise in creating engaging lesson plans and fostering supportive learning environment. Recognized for adaptability and contributing to collaborative efforts to meet the dynamic needs of a Waldorf educational settings. Valued for effective communication skills and dedication to student success.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Term Full Time Class Teacher Substitute
Marin Waldorf and Sacramento Waldorf Schools
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Participated in ongoing professional development, staying current with best practices in Waldorf education and bringing fresh ideas to the classroom.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instruction to meet individual needs.
Long Term Full Time Class Teacher Substitute
Waldorf School of the Peninsula
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Participated in ongoing professional development, staying current with best practices in Waldorf education and bringing fresh ideas to the classroom.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instruction to meet individual needs..
Class Teacher
Greenwood School
07.2008 - 06.2011
- Participated in ongoing professional development, staying current with best practices in education and bringing fresh ideas to the Waldorf classroom.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instruction to meet individual needs.
Class Teacher
Santa Cruz Waldorf School
06.2002 - 06.2007
- Participated in ongoing professional development, staying current with best practices in education and bringing fresh ideas to the Waldorf classroom.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instruction to meet individual needs.
After School Director
Westside Waldorf School
03.2000 - 01.2002
Passionate Waldorf After School Director dedicated to coordinating student activities and managing budgets. Adept at developing and implementing after school programs and collaborating with after school staff and school administration.
Class Teacher
Haleakala Waldorf School
07.1995 - 07.1998
Class Teacher
Haleakala Waldorf School
07.1987 - 06.1990
Assistant
Haleakala Waldorf School
01.1986 - 01.1987
Education
Credentials - Teachers Training Program
Emerson College
Forest Row, Sussex06-1985
Some College (No Degree) -
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA01-1981
recreation: concentrating on outdoor, sports, and therapeutic recreation for both children and adults
Santa Barbara Community College
06-1978
Skills
- Waldorf Teaching / Instruction
- Mentoring
- Administrative Activities
- Fundraising
- Community Outreach
- Story-telling
- Arts
- Outdoor Education
- Progress reporting
- Games
- Therapeutic Movement
- Experiential Learning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative Learning
Applicableskills
- Class teacher experience
- Director of after school programs
- Mentoring student teachers
- Chairman of the Faculty
- Board of Directors member
- Community outreach
- Fundraising
- Story-telling
- Arts background (writing, drawing, painting, drama, crafts, sculpture)
- Outdoor education
- Therapeutic movement
Briefbiography
I was born in Nebraska into a large extended family. My maternal and paternal great-grandparents were pioneers who homesteaded in the Great Plains. During my youth I experienced some of that same self sufficient lifestyle on our family farms and ranches, where community work and spirit was, and is, still the norm. At age 10 we moved to the east coast as my father enlisted as an officer in the army and he taught at West Point. Because of my father's career in the military, I was able to travel extensively in this country, and lived on both the East and West Coasts. After graduating from high school I moved to Santa Barbara to study at SBCC and then moved to Eastern Washington to study therapeutic recreation and sports at EWU. During the summer while in college I went to Hawaii and became a waitress and worked in various sports related jobs. At that time I knew I wanted to teach, but I was searching for some type of alternative education. I observed classes at the Haleakala Waldorf School and began to study Steiner's works. I made the decision that this was the path that I had been searching for and I applied and was accepted to Emerson College. I received my teaching credentials from Emerson College. I began my teaching career as a kindergarten assistant and then became a class teacher at Haleakala Waldorf.
References
- Janet Dunwoody, Pedagogical Administrator WSP, 408-569-7311
- Sheila Cliff, Parent at SCWS & my assistant for Extra Lesson, 831-359-1477
- Cathy Waheed, Class Teacher WSP, 408-807-4657
Conferencesandadditionaltrainings
- February Teachers Conference, 1987-2016
- Summer Trainings, 1987-2019
Timeline
Long Term Full Time Class Teacher Substitute
Marin Waldorf and Sacramento Waldorf Schools
09.2020 - 06.2022
Long Term Full Time Class Teacher Substitute
Waldorf School of the Peninsula
08.2015 - 06.2016
Class Teacher
Greenwood School
07.2008 - 06.2011
Class Teacher
Santa Cruz Waldorf School
06.2002 - 06.2007
After School Director
Westside Waldorf School
03.2000 - 01.2002
Class Teacher
Haleakala Waldorf School
07.1995 - 07.1998
Class Teacher
Haleakala Waldorf School
07.1987 - 06.1990
Assistant
Haleakala Waldorf School
01.1986 - 01.1987
Credentials - Teachers Training Program
Emerson College
Some College (No Degree) -
Eastern Washington University
recreation: concentrating on outdoor, sports, and therapeutic recreation for both children and adults
Santa Barbara Community College
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