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Ashley Shewchuk

Saskatoon,SK

Summary

I am a highly motivated Special Education Teacher who is skilled at supporting students through positive encouragement and individualized learning plans. I am successfully able to keep a large number of adults and students organized, in order to facilitate effective learning and working environments. At work, I am a dependable member of my staff who is able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, with a high degree of accuracy. I am a team player who is always willing to take on added responsibilities. Above all, I am a hardworking and passionate individual who truly enjoys teaching Special Education and all of the professional challenges that come along with the role.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Learning Assistance Teacher

St. Mark School
09.2019 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through focused instruction and modified learning materials.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Collaborated with therapists and outside agencies to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Organized extracurricular activities - senior girls basketball coach.
  • Served on school committees - Social Club and Occupational Health and Safety.
  • Participated in scheduling and placing a large number of educational assistants into appropriate job placements.
  • Successfully applied for and received additional educational assistant support through Jordan's Principle.

Learning Assistance Teacher

Pope John Paul II School
01.2019 - 06.2019
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Increased student reading levels by implementing specialized reading strategies in IIP's.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided appropriate learning supports through focused instruction and modified learning materials.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Organized extracurricular activities - senior girl's basketball coach.

Learning Assistance Teacher

Bishop Roborecki School
09.2017 - 02.2018
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through focused instruction and modified learning materials.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Participated in scheduling and placing a large number of educational assistants into appropriate work placements.

Grade 1 Teacher

St. Bernard School
11.2015 - 06.2016

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  • Collaborated with teaching partner to develop lesson plans, manage and maintain a grade one classroom
  • Enhanced learning opportunities by incorporating visual aids, manipulatives, and real-world examples in lessons
  • Developed strong relationships with students'' families to better understand their backgrounds and learning needs.
  • Fostered a positive classroom culture that encouraged risk-taking, collaboration, and perseverance among students.

Kindergarten Teacher

St. Maria Goretti School
09.2014 - 06.2015
  • Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional strategies.
  • Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
  • Organized extracurricular activities - Senior girl's basketball coach

Kindergarten Teacher

St. Marguerite School
12.2013 - 06.2014
  • Encouraged parent involvement through regular communication, activity conferences, and volunteer experiences.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.

Kindergarten Teacher

Warman Elementary School
10.2012 - 06.2013
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Promoted parent involvement through regular communication, activity conferences, and volunteer experiences.
  • Created an engaging learning environment through the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
  • Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.

Kindergarten Teacher

St. George School
11.2011 - 06.2012
  • Managed and taught a full day everyday Kindergarten program by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Promoted parent involvement through regular communication, activity conferences, and volunteer experiences.
  • Established a positive learning environment through the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.


  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.

Education

Special Education Certificate - Special Education

University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
04.2020

M.Ed. - Curriculum Studies

University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
04.2015

B.Ed. - Early Childhood Education

University of Regina
Regina, SK
05.2011

Skills

  • Student Engagement
  • Small group focused instruction
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Leadership and professionality
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Technology Integration
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor
  • Behavior Management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Community Involvement
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Serving Diverse Communities

References

References available upon request.

volunteer experience

St Therese of Lisieux School CSCC

  • Attend monthly CSCC meetings
  • Volunteer at a wide range of school events

Niverna Community Connections Daycare - Parent Advisory Committee 

  • Attend meetings
  • Take part in planning family engagement activities
  • Aid in setting up and organizing events at Niverna Community Connections Daycare (staff appreciation week etc.)

Timeline

Learning Assistance Teacher

St. Mark School
09.2019 - Current

Learning Assistance Teacher

Pope John Paul II School
01.2019 - 06.2019

Learning Assistance Teacher

Bishop Roborecki School
09.2017 - 02.2018

Grade 1 Teacher

St. Bernard School
11.2015 - 06.2016

Kindergarten Teacher

St. Maria Goretti School
09.2014 - 06.2015

Kindergarten Teacher

St. Marguerite School
12.2013 - 06.2014

Kindergarten Teacher

Warman Elementary School
10.2012 - 06.2013

Kindergarten Teacher

St. George School
11.2011 - 06.2012

Special Education Certificate - Special Education

University of Saskatchewan

M.Ed. - Curriculum Studies

University of Saskatchewan

B.Ed. - Early Childhood Education

University of Regina
Ashley Shewchuk