Ashley Welsh

Seeking a collaborative administrative role where I can apply my skills, learn from others, and turn challenges into measurable results. Team-focused and resilient, with a strong work ethic and confidence in overcoming obstacles. Motivated to grow and contribute in an administrative position by partnering with others to deliver results.

Special Education Instructional Aide - Bernards Township School District - Basking Ridge, NJ

(2024-11)

• Nominated as ESP of the Year.
• Worked directly with students with complex disabilities and challenging behaviors, supporting positive outcomes.

Social Worker for Chronic Absenteeism - Central Jersey College Prep Charter School - Somerset, NJ

(2023-01 - 2024-11)

• Managed attendance records for 1,400+ students.
• Performed daily attendance audits and contacted families to verify absences.
• Filed and maintained truancy documentation with Franklin Township Court; attended trials and provided supporting documents.
• Produced weekly attendance reports for state and behavioral reporting.

Special Education Paraprofessional - The Center School - Somerset, NJ

(2021-08 - 2023-12)

• Provided daily instructional and behavioral support to students in an IEP-based setting, helping students progress toward academic and behavioral goals.
• Supported teachers with behavioral management techniques in classroom and school-wide settings.
• Selected to manage student workers in the school bistro and oversee the school lunch program serving all students daily.
• Implemented and taught a Middle School Life Skills program.

Special Education Paraprofessional - Somerset Hills School District - Bernardsville, NJ

(2015-01 - 2021-12)

• Provided instruction and assistance to support students' academic and behavioral goals.
• Assisted teachers with behavior management techniques and strategies.
• Only paraprofessional during this period to pursue Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.

Administrative Assistant / Grant Writer - Somerset County Vo-Tech - Bridgewater, NJ

(2006-01 - 2007-12)

• Reported directly to the Program Director; managed calendar, phone, scheduling, presentations, and office correspondence.
• Maintained filing systems; supported teacher relations; documented employee evaluations; submitted program lesson plans.
• Prepared grant submission documents and supporting materials for applications.
• Partnered with community agencies to secure donations and maintain ongoing relationships.

Front Desk Administrator / HR Administrator - Taratec Development Corp - Bridgewater, NJ

(2004-01 - 2005-12)

• Planned and executed employee travel plans and itineraries.
• Managed incoming mail and packages.
• Created and modified documents for leadership.
• Scheduled office meetings and conference calls; coordinated facilities and conference room reservations.
• Set up events and trainings; ordered supplies and maintained common areas.
• Promoted to HR Administrator one month after initial hire.

Customer Service Representative - Meadowbrook Inventions, Inc. - Bernardsville, NJ

(1994-01 - 2004-12)

• Supported daily office operations and upkeep.
• Processed orders and provided customer support for domestic and international clients, including de-escalation and issue resolution.

Psychiatric Technician - Belmont Comprehensive Treatment Center - Philadelphia, PA

(2003-01 - 2003-12)

• Supported a safe and structured environment for eating disorder patients in a residential treatment facility.
• Provided continuous supervision and enforced program routines and expectations.
• Responded quickly to psychiatric codes and adapted across unit rotations.

Substitute Teacher - Somerset Hills School District - Bernardsville, NJ

(2002-01 - 2003-12)

• Maintained classroom continuity by following lesson plans and reinforcing school-appropriate behavior expectations.

B.A. - Psychology - Eastern University (1999-08 - 2002-12)