Ashley Speakman

I am a highly skilled, professional and licensed teacher with a Masters In teaching Elementary school. I have over twenty years experience working with children in and out of the classroom. I am adept at tailoring engaging lesson plans Including differential and collaborative learning experiences and have a passion to engage all students in learning and loving school.

I have strong curriculum development skills, excellent behavior management and love to foster close personal relationships with students and families while continuing to be a strong teacher, setting boundaries and having high expectations for my learners.

ec Pre-k ITINERANT Teacher at Union County Public Schools (2025-09 – Present)

SPECIAL ED PRE-K CLASSROOM LEAD TEACHER at Malpass Corner Elementary School (2024-08 – 2025-09)

FULL TIME NANNY/HOUSE MANAGER (2024-06 – 2025-07)

Director at Ke Camps (2024-01 – 2024-05)

Childcare Provider (2022-08 – 2024-06)

Teacher TK at Charlotte Jewish Day School (2022-08 – 2024-06)

• Conducted standardized assessments to evaluate student progress.
• Communicated with parents on students' academic progress, behavior and challenges to learning.
• Planned lessons to meet learning needs of groups and individuals.
• Maintained bright, organized and well-kept classroom.
• Incorporated opportunities for students to collaborate, think critically and problem-solve.
• Administered formal and informal educational assessments, recording findings appropriately.
• Instilled school values to nurture well-rounded students.
• Provided varied instruction styles for diverse learning modalities.
• Attended regular teacher training to continue professional development.
• Utilized technology, such as interactive whiteboards and online resources, to enhance instruction.
• Graded assignments promptly, providing thoughtful feedback to help students improve.
• Fostered critical thinking skills through inquiry-based activities and discussions.
• Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain positive learning environment.
• Reduced behavioral incidents by modeling behaviors and employing positive reinforcement strategies.

Preschool 4's Teacher at Stepping Stones Preschool (2016-08 – 2021-08)

• Kept organized academic records and reports for progress tracking.
• Maintained bright, organized and well-kept classroom.
• Taught age appropriate curriculum including phonemic awareness activities, Handwriting Without Tears, daily math/calendar activities, number writing, letter writing and recognition
• Taught basic skills such as shapes, patterns, Nursery Rhymes and children's songs, read books and learn the basic parts of a book and a story
• Instill good values, kindness, manners and character development
• Foster good social interactions and friendships with children and learning appropriate behaviors
• Help children to identify and mange feelings and emotions, how to self regulate and talk about feelings
• Provided varied instruction styles for diverse learning modalities.
• Facilitated lively classroom discussions while serving as mediator.
• Oversaw work of assistants and student teachers helping with classroom and student needs

Live-Out Nanny at John and Robin Fox (2008-06 – 2012-08)

• Balanced children's schedules with regular rest, play and academic hours.
• Ran errands to help parents with busy schedules.
• Maintained helpful routines for bedtime and mealtimes.
• Established and enforced rules of behavior.
• Built positive relationships with children aged 5 to 17
• Communicated with parents to update on children's needs and progress.
• Transported children to play dates, activities and special outings with utmost safety.
• Cared for children by providing safe, nurturing environment.
• Provided transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and appointments.
• Supervised pool time or other water-related activities while prioritizing safety precautions at all times.
• Maintained cleanliness of living spaces by performing light housekeeping duties related to childcare responsibilities.
• Assisted with homework and school projects to enhance learning opportunities.
• Traveled with family to events or vacations and was responsible for the care of the youngest child
• Responsible for the care of the dogs such as feeding, watering and walking
• Able to use discretion and maintain the privacy of a high-profile family while having a strong and close bond with them and caring for their family

Teacher Kindergarten at Charlotte Christian School (1998-08 – 2013-08)

• Created and delivered lesson plans and activities to prepare children for first grade and beyond.
• Organized learning material and resources to teach alphabet and numeracy along with personal, social and emotional skills.
• Organized field trips and special events that enhanced learning experience for students.
• Used variety of activities and instructional methods to motivate and stimulate student abilities.
• Assisted students in developing critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises.
• Enforced behavior rules in classroom and on playground and field trips to create conducive learning environment.
• Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage positive behavior and educational outcomes.
• Partnered with school staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment and engagement.
• Created welcoming classroom environment that promoted creativity, exploration, and self-expression.
• Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and other required documentation.
• Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and address any concerns or questions.
• Educated children about basic concepts.

Bachelor of Science in Psychology – Lee University (1997-07)

Master of Arts in Elementary Education – Wingate University (2000-07)