Ashley Barlow
Middle School And Montessori Educator
Cape Town,Western Cape
Summary
I am a passionate English and social science lecturer with 2-years of experience within the middle school environment, coupled with 6 months experience as a Montessori co-directress within the 3-6-year phase of the Generation Education school group. As the newly appointed social science subject lead within the organisation, I am responsible for developing the middle school history and geography curriculum from scratch and managing the social science lecturers, across campus. Over-and-above this, I arrange and book innings and outings, guest speakers and workshops, manage the hockey teams at our campus, perform first aid and create digital teaching content.
Overview
10
10
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Teacher
Generation Sandown Institute
Cape Town, Western Cape
01.2020 - Current
- Grade 7 English lecturer.
- Grade 7 and 8 social science lecturer.
- Social science subject lead.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Participated in professional development training opportunities to advance knowledge and teaching skills.
- Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Worked with administrators and wellness coaches on behavioral issues to support needs of all students.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities for digital and physical teaching and learning environments.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
- Instructed more than 100 middle school students through lectures, discussions, group activities and demonstrations.
- Maintained after class availability to provide additional instruction and assistance to students.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Adhered to structured guidelines and policies outlined by educational board to foster student achievement.
Montessori Teacher
Generation Schools Melkbos
Cape Town, Western Cape
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
- Observed children and interpreted classroom needs.
- Monitored and tracked children's progress on daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Coordinated with other teachers to develop lesson plans focused on intellectual, emotional and social development.
- Guided children to resolve disagreements and documented issues, incidents and behavior problems for appropriate follow-up.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
- Greeted parents and children at arrival and departure times to make families feel welcomed into environment.
- Established inspiring classroom setting with systems and procedures that managed student behavior, movement and learning.
- Contributed positively to school community and fully supported school mission and goals.
- Coached physical education for students aged 18 months to 9-years old to encourage holistic development.
- Informed students and families of classroom activities and student progress and identified methods to involve parents in student education.
- Supported and guided staff in classroom to achieve desired goals set forth for children.
- Implemented age-appropriate discipline practices and guidance methods for children and informed and trained staff on procedures.
- Enhanced 3-6year-old students understanding of rules, safety and behavioral guidelines and disciplinary protocols by redesigning and simplifying them.
- Used Microsoft Office 365 to document behavioral, emotional, academic and social growth of over 20 students.
Middle & High School Teacher
Generation Schools Sunningdale
Cape Town, Western Cape
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Taught grade 7 and 8 English and thematics, IGCSE 1 geography and IGCSE life skills.
- Instructed more than 60 middle school students through lectures, discussions, group activities and demonstrations, as well as 20 IGCSE learners.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of all students.
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Implemented programs of study to meet diverse needs, interests and abilities of students.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher meetings.
- Used Microsoft Office 365 to upload all student grades and absence data into district computer systems.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Arranged and encouraged community outreach projects for students and teachers.
Live-In Nanny
AuPair Care
New York, New York
04.2015 - 10.2015
- Supported children in daily activities, including playing, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Assisted with housework such as laundry and cooking.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Taught children everyday skills, including tying shoes, dressing, potty training, basic math and language.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Involved children in caring for household pets and chores.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
- Maintained updated list of emergency contact information and child's health information in case of emergencies.
- Assisted children in dressing appropriately for day's activities.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Offered top-notch care to two children at once, ranging in age from 18-months to 2-years-old.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Traveled with families to care for children, allowing parents to share private time while giving children fun adventures in diverse environments.
Education
120 Hours TEFL (TESOL) Certification - Teaching English As A Foreign Language
Knowledge Door
United Kingdom 07.2021 - Current
Certificate - Education
Cambridge Teaching & Learning Certificate
Cape Town, South Africa 09.2020 - Current
Certificate - Enabling An Ecosystem To Enhance Learning
UGenerate
Online 04.2019 - 04.2019
Diploma - Early Child Development [Montessori]
Montessori Centre South Africa
Mowbray, Cape Town, South Africa. 09.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa 01.2016 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Table View High School
Table View, Cape Town, South Africa 01.2010 - 12.2014
Skills
Problem solving and critical thinking
Technological skills
Communication
Collaboration
Adaptability
Empathetic
Patience
Strong work ethic
Engaging classroom presence
Cambridge Curriculum
Montessori Pedagogy
Timeline
120 Hours TEFL (TESOL) Certification - Teaching English As A Foreign Language
Knowledge Door
07.2021 - Current
Certificate - Education
Cambridge Teaching & Learning Certificate
09.2020 - Current
Middle School Teacher
Generation Sandown Institute
01.2020 - Current
Montessori Teacher
Generation Schools Melkbos
08.2019 - 12.2019
Certificate - Enabling An Ecosystem To Enhance Learning
UGenerate
04.2019 - 04.2019
Middle & High School Teacher
Generation Schools Sunningdale
01.2019 - 08.2019
Diploma - Early Child Development [Montessori]
Montessori Centre South Africa
09.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
Stellenbosch University
01.2016 - 12.2018
Live-In Nanny
AuPair Care
04.2015 - 10.2015
High School Diploma -
Table View High School
01.2010 - 12.2014