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Ashley Hunstad

Winnipeg

Summary

Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Grade 1/2 Elementary Teacher

Lord Selkirk School Division
09.2014 - Current
  • Improved students'' reading comprehension levels by implementing interactive and engaging literacy activities.
  • design, plan, facilitate and assess lesson outlined by Grade 1 and 2 Manitoba Curriculum through multimodal and context based approaches to learning.
  • Enhanced student motivation and participation through the development of diverse, hands-on learning experiences.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, deepening students'' understanding of multiple subjects.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
  • differentiated teaching and learning strategies to support the strengths, learning needs and cultural identities of children in the classroom.
  • Developed students'' critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning activities and group projects.
  • Participate in and lead Reggie Routman residence literacy initiatives
  • Mentored new teachers in best practices for early childhood education, contributing to the success of the entire teaching team.
  • Member of the Indigenous Knowledge Keepers committee

Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher

River East Transcona School Division
09.2013 - 12.2013

First Grade Teacher

River East Transcona School Division
10.2012 - 06.2013

Early Years Support Teacher

River East Transcona School Division
02.2014 - 06.2014
  • Improved student comprehension and reading skills by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques and adapting lesson plans to suit individual needs
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Increased parent involvement through consistent communication, establishing positive relationships
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.

Education

Bachelor of Education, Early Years -

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
2012

Bachelor of Arts - Major in Geography, Minor in Psychology

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
2010

Skills

  • Behavior Modeling
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Records Management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Communication and Critical Thinking
  • Character Education
  • Imagination and Problem Solving
  • Collaboration

Languages

English

Certification

February 2024 Orton Gillingham Teacher Training through the Reading Clinic of Manitoba

  • direct, explicit, multisensory and structured way and method to teach literacy especially to those with dyslexia

Timeline

Grade 1/2 Elementary Teacher

Lord Selkirk School Division
09.2014 - Current

Early Years Support Teacher

River East Transcona School Division
02.2014 - 06.2014

Kindergarten and First Grade Teacher

River East Transcona School Division
09.2013 - 12.2013

First Grade Teacher

River East Transcona School Division
10.2012 - 06.2013

Bachelor of Education, Early Years -

University of Manitoba

Bachelor of Arts - Major in Geography, Minor in Psychology

University of Manitoba

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