Ashley Petroulis
New Castle
Summary
Passionate teacher skilled in relationship building and differentiated instruction. Successfully mentored peers and implemented creative strategies to support diverse learners and enhance overall classroom engagement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
One Step Ahead
02.2025 - Current
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Pioneered sustainability project that educated students on environmental issues and solutions.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
Teacher
Lil Einstein's
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Teacher
Kindercare
02.2023 - 07.2024
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- 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 tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Teacher
The Little Caboose
08.2013 - 09.2022
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual student needs and learning paces.
- Organized educational materials and resources for optimal learning experiences.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills and methodologies.
- 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.
Teacher
Childcare Academy
03.2013 - 08.2013
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom activities that promoted social and emotional development.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to enhance student focus.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational growth and well-being.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Georges Vo Tech
Middletown DESkills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Classroom instruction
- Conflict resolution
- Child development
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum implementation
- Student assessment
- Small group instruction
- Curriculum development
Certification
TECE 1/2
Medication Certicication
CPR/ First Aid
Timeline
Teacher
One Step Ahead
02.2025 - Current
Teacher
Lil Einstein's
07.2024 - 08.2024
Teacher
Kindercare
02.2023 - 07.2024
Teacher
The Little Caboose
08.2013 - 09.2022
Teacher
Childcare Academy
03.2013 - 08.2013
High School Diploma -
St. Georges Vo Tech