Ashleigh Dewar
Broomfield
Summary
Talented Assistant Principal offering 10+ years of education experience. Resourceful and passionate educator with talent for developing and implementing successful strategies. As well as, focused on enforcing district and school policies as well as optimizing procedures and improving student behavior.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Assistant Principal
Westgate Community School
07.2022 - Current
- Oversaw successful implementation of special education programs, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and individualized student needs.
- Facilitated productive meetings between department heads to discuss curricular alignment across grade levels and subject areas.
- Supported the principal regarding staffing decisions by participating in interviews.
- Coordinated professional development opportunities for staff, fostering a growth mindset and continuous improvement.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and effective teaching strategies.
- Conducted regular safety drills, maintaining a secure environment for students and staff members alike.
- Analyzed assessment data to identify patterns or trends that could inform instructional adjustments or interventions.
- Organized extracurricular activities that enriched student learning experiences beyond the classroom setting.
- Promoted family engagement through regular communication channels such as newsletters, social media updates, conferences, open houses.
- Evaluated teacher performance through formal observations and constructive feedback sessions, promoting instructional excellence.
- Championed diversity initiatives within the school community, fostering an inclusive environment for all students and staff.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas for academic improvement and tailor instructional support.
- Enhanced school culture by implementing positive behavior interventions and supports.
- Monitored attendance trends closely, implementing targeted interventions to reduce chronic absenteeism rates among students.
- Assisted in updating school policies and procedures to reflect current best practices in education administration.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop engaging curriculum aligned with state standards.
5/6 Teacher
Westgate Community School
07.2016 - 06.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed about their child''s progress and involving them in school activities.
- Collaborated closely with special education staff, ensuring that all accommodations were met for students with unique learning needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational research and best practices for teaching 5th and 6th-grade learners.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to engage students'' interest in learning difficult subjects like mathematics or science.
- Served as a grade-level leader, coordinating curriculum planning and organizing professional development workshops for fellow teachers.
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
CSU Global
Denver, CO07-2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
Phoenix, AZ01.2014
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
Phoenix, AZ01.2011
Skills
- Providing clear written and oral feedback
- Facilitating meetings
- Strong organizational skills
- Collaborative problem solver
- Positive Relationships
- Effective leadership
- Parent communication
- School safety
Certification
- Colorado Professional Teaching License K-6
- Adams12 Five Star Schools Teacher Induction Program
- Crucial Conversations Training
Accomplishments
- 2022 received the Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators
Timeline
Middle School Assistant Principal
Westgate Community School
07.2022 - Current
5/6 Teacher
Westgate Community School
07.2016 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
- Colorado Professional Teaching License K-6
- Adams12 Five Star Schools Teacher Induction Program
- Crucial Conversations Training
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
CSU Global
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