ASHLEY E. TACKETT
Georgetown,KY
Summary
Dynamic educator with a strong foundation in specialized tasks and a proven history of delivering impactful results through targeted initiatives. Expertise in implementing effective strategies that enhance operational efficiency while aligning with team objectives. Demonstrated proficiency in problem-solving and project management, consistently fostering collaboration to ensure project success. Highly organized and dependable, adept at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and a readiness to embrace additional responsibilities to achieve team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Specialist & STEM Tutor
Stemly Tutoring
Remote
09.2024 - Current
- Developed tailored lesson plans and provided one-on-one support for over 20 students in STEM subjects during virtual sessions for students nationwide.
- Engaged with parents to develop customized instructional plans that address individual student needs based on performance assessments.
Exceptional Child Educator
Royal Spring Middle School
Georgetown, KY
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and delivered tailored instructional methods aimed at fostering critical thinking and creativity in students with IEPs.
- GoTeachKY Ambassador
- Member of the Reading and Intervention & Diagnostic Committee for the State of Kentucky
- Facilitated professional development for pre-service teachers to enhance teaching effectiveness and student engagement.
- Facilitated training 4 professional development sessions for Kentucky Education Association to support continuous improvement in teaching practices.
Exceptional Child Educator
Opportunity Middle College
Lexington, KY
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Facilitated learning experiences for dual credit high school students with IEPs to enhance academic success.
- Collaborated with accessibility coordinator to facilitate appropriate accommodations for students in academic settings.
- Enhanced school behavioral strategies through active participation in PBIS committee. Advanced diversity and inclusion goals as school representative on district DEI committee.
- Developed and presented workshops at Kentucky Education Association's Let's Talk Conference, emphasizing effective assessment practices and IEP integration for educators.
Student Accessibility Coordinator
Transylvania University
Lexington, KY
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Implemented strategic rebranding of student accessibility services, focusing on stigma reduction and improved student retention.
- Conducted meetings with local high school staff to develop strategies for better equipping students for post-secondary academic success.
- Coordinated academic programs and events, ensuring alignment with institutional goals.
- Developed communication strategies to enhance student engagement and outreach initiatives.
- Led training sessions for staff on program development and best practices in coordination.
- Oversaw budget planning for departmental activities, ensuring resource allocation aligned with priorities.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed for a caseload population of over 100 students.
Exceptional Child Educator/Dept. Chair
Bridgeport Elementary
Frankfort, KY
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented individualized education strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs.
- Provided mentorship through Cognitive Coaching to enhance junior educators' teaching techniques and classroom management skills.
- Evaluated student performance to adjust instructional methods for improved outcomes.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes when planning curriculum content and pacing schedules, ensuring alignment with state standards while addressing individual student needs effectively.
- School-level special education department chair
Education
MAEd - Learning & Behavior Disorders K-12
Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY01.2020
MA - Education & Gifted Education Endorsement (K-12)
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY01.2004
BA - Elementary Education
Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY01.2000
Skills
- Curriculum development expertise
- Assessment strategy design
- Guiding novice educators
- Contributed to school-wide behavior expectation initiatives
- Continuous assessment methods
- Instructional support coaching
- Executive Function Coaching
Affiliations
- Reading Diagnostics & Intervention Grant Steering Committee, Governor appointment
- Kentucky Education Association, Member & Professional Development Presenter
- 2025 GoTEACH Kentucky Ambassador, Kentucky Department of Education
Timeline
Educational Specialist & STEM Tutor
Stemly Tutoring
09.2024 - Current
Exceptional Child Educator
Royal Spring Middle School
07.2024 - Current
Exceptional Child Educator
Opportunity Middle College
08.2023 - 06.2024
Student Accessibility Coordinator
Transylvania University
10.2022 - 08.2023
Exceptional Child Educator/Dept. Chair
Bridgeport Elementary
01.2019 - 01.2022
MAEd - Learning & Behavior Disorders K-12
Georgetown College
MA - Education & Gifted Education Endorsement (K-12)
Northern Kentucky University
BA - Elementary Education
Georgetown College