Ashley: United States: Sep 30, 2018

As an enthusiastic English Teacher, I implement lessons where I incorporate student’s interests while remaining on the curriculum and engaging in critical thinking. I deliver creative and fascinating units challenging students socially and academically. As a teacher I am confident and energetic, but open to constructive criticism and always looking for new ways to grow. As a person I am rather extroverted, but a good listener and a kind friend. I especially love to laugh and go on adventures. I am calm and understanding when it comes to academically difficult lessons and I excel in adapting assignments to fit the needs of all students. My University prepared me for teaching by endorsing me in SEI and VIPR. Along with my other education training and student teaching, I am familiar with researching and creating my own lesson plans with a focus on bringing interest and understanding to otherwise uninterested students. I have found that using technology in the classroom is a great way to keep students engaged and enhance my lessons. I taught three 10th grade classes where I created my own activities, lessons, and units. I had a diverse group of students ranging from honors to new level ELLs. During student teaching, I was required to adapt my lessons in order to challenge my students without overwhelming them. I believe the best environment for any learning is a relaxed one, and I work hard to create that space for all of my students. I pride myself in my ability to build a creative and inviting classroom environment where learning can reach its full potential.