Ashley Elizabeth Fahey

4965 S 20th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53221

(414) 555-5555⠂​[email protected]

Summary
Experienced and passionate educator who wishes​ to continue her position as the Integrated Science Instructor for
the Marquette University Upward Bound Math & Science Program​. Has experience working with ethnically
diverse youth ages 11-18 in both suburban and urban settings. Professionally trained in project based learning,
response to intervention, standards based grading, Write Tools, PLC communities, PLC leadership , 1-1 computing,
Next Generation Science Standards alignment and has successful head coaching experience.

Education
Marquette University,​​ Milwaukee, WI May 2010
Major: Secondary Education & Broad Field Science Overall GPA: 3.34/4.00
Minor: Chemistry Education GPA: 3.93/4.00

Credentials
State of Wisconsin (License #726003) State of Iowa (License #994102)

● 601 - Broadfield Science ● 5-12 Biological Sciences

● 610 - Chemistry ● 5-12 Chemistry
● 605 - Life & Environmental ● 5-12 Physics
● 952 - Alternative Education ● 5-12 General Science
● K-12 Athletic Coaching

Professional Experience
CP - Personal & Professional Skills & Chemistry Teacher
Ronald Reagan High School, Milwaukee, WI August 2016 - Present
Accomplishments
● Engaged students with a diverse, mostly Hispanic, background in chemistry using hands-on, best practice
methods
● Collaborated with fellow colleagues to create lessons based on culturally responsive methods
● Implemented classroom management procedures and routines for student totals of approximately 200
students per year
● Created learning intentions and success criteria based on the Next Generation Science Standards, ACT
College & Career Readiness Standards, and IB Objectives
● Created and utilized frequent formative and summative assessments to deliver data-driven instruction
● Differentiated instruction using best practice strategies including but not limited to guided note sheets,
flexible grouping, stations and modified assignments
● Utilized technology such as Google Applications, Smartboard, Remind and Socrative to enhance student
learning
● Coached young men & women in creating a positive self-esteem and the benefits of athletics as the head girls
swim coach, assistant boys swim coach and assistant sprints and hurdles track coach
Professional Development Attended
● CESA #1 - Personalized Learning Conference September 2018
● Career-Related Programme Capstone Training, St. Petersburg, FL June 2018
● National Personalized Learning Conference 2017 October 2017
● Google Educator, Level 1 Training October 2017
● Middle Years Programme Roundtables, Milwaukee, WI March 2017
● M​3​ Initiative Kick-Off, Wauwatosa, WI February 2017
● Middle Years Programme Science Training, Nashville, TN November 2016

Leadership
Reflective Project Coordinator August 2018 - Present
NAF Advisory Board Member August 2018 - Present
Infinite Campus Leadership Team August 2017 - June 2018

Chemistry Teacher
Oak Creek-Franklin School District,​​ Oak Creek, WI August 2014 - June 2016
Accomplishments
● Collaborated with fellow colleagues to create lessons based on best practice research
● Implemented classroom management procedures and routines for student totals of approximately 140
students per year
● Created learning targets and essential standards based on the Next Generation Science Standards
● Created and utilized frequent formative and summative assessments to deliver data-driven instruction
● Differentiated instruction using best practice strategies including but not limited to guided note sheets,
flexible grouping, stations and modified assignments
● Designed a project-based course for high-need students to earn their required third credit of science
● Utilized technology such as Google Applications, Smartboard and Socrative to enhance student learning
● Coached young women in creating a positive self-esteem and the benefits of running as the head girls cross
country coach and assistant distance track coach

Professional Development Attended

● National Science Teacher Association Conference, Chicago, IL March 2015

Upward Bound Science Instructor Summer 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Marquette University​​, Milwaukee, WI
● Collaborated with a cross-curricular team to design meaningful science learning experiences for the
Cardboard Boat Regatta, Water Coaster, and Roller Coaster projects
● Facilitated off-campus learning experiences to bring meaning to what was being done in the classroom
● ​Assessed student learning and gave meaningful feedback to prepare them for their next year of high school
science
● Designed engaging warm-up activities to prepare students for a day of learning
​ ​ Grade Physical Science Teacher
9​th​ August 2010-
June 2014
College Community School District​​, Cedar Rapids, IA
Accomplishments
● Implemented classroom management procedures and routines for student totals of approximately 130
students per year
● Created learning targets and essential standards based on the Next Generation Science Standards
● Created and utilized frequent formative and summative assessments to deliver data-driven instruction
● Collaborated with special education teachers to successfully integrate Level ⅔ behavioral (EBD) and autistic
(ASD) students into the general education classroom
● Utilized technology to enhance student learning through Mimio, Google Applications, Socrative, PhET
Simulations, Pinterest, Remind101, and 1-1 digital literacy
● Created relevant learning experiences using standards-based grading, project-based learning, response to
intervention, and one-to-one technology
● Differentiated instruction using best practice strategies including but not limited to guided note sheets,
flexible grouping, stations and modified assignments
● ​Coached young women in creating a positive self-esteem and the benefits of running as a member of the
girls cross country coaching staff
● Planned and implemented science lessons in roller coaster engineering, forensic science, and energy
conservation as a co-sponsor of STEM Club

Leadership
PLC Facilitator August 2013- June 2014
● Planned and facilitated meetings with the grade level department to discuss RTI strategies within physical
science, coordinate flexible grouping, plan common lessons, common formative and summative assessments
and science-based PBL’s
● Planned and facilitated meetings with my cross curricular team to discuss student concerns, student-specific
RTI strategies, and cross curricular PBL’s

Member of Parent Communication Committee Fall 2013

● Created recommendations for staff regarding how often and why teachers should contact parents and
members of the community

Interim 7-9 Science Department Head November 2012-March 2013

● Coordinated budget requests and planned meetings for all science teachers in the building
● Communicated with the Area Education Agency representative in terms of city-wide expectations for science
education

Member of Grade Reform Committee Spring-Summer 2012

● Created new grading guidelines for staff recommendation
● Collaborated to create a professionalism rubric to use in place of work habit grades

Conferences & Professional Development

● ​Next Generation Science Standards Alignment, CCSD, Cedar Rapids, IA January/April 2014
● Response to Intervention, Grant Wood AEA, North Liberty, IA May 2013
● Next Generation Science Standards State Kickoff, Johnston, IA May 2013
● Talented & Gifted Differentiation, CCSD, Cedar Rapids, IA January 2013
● High Tech High Summer Institute, San Diego, CA June 2012

Teaching Assistant ​January 2008 – May 2010

Marquette University,​​ Milwaukee, WI
● Administer laboratories and discussion sections for General Physics I & II and General Chemistry I & II
● Assess pre-laboratory quizzes and lab reports in a timely, efficient manner
● Held open office hours to address the needs of any and all students

Student Teaching ​August 2009 - January 2010

Wauwatosa School District​​, Wauwatosa, WI
● Effectively taught 9th grade conceptual physics and 10th grade conceptual chemistry
● Took over one period of chemistry from the start of the semester
● Successfully managed 100 students over four class periods
● Utilized projects and hands-on investigations to maximize learning experiences
● Collaborated with cooperating teachers to learn effective classroom management and best practice teaching
strategies

Field Work Experience

Milwaukee Academy of Science​​, Milwaukee, WI September 2008 – April 2009
● Observed and gained teaching experience in a high school chemistry class for Secondary Science Methods
● Collaborated and planned science, reading, and math lessons with a general education teacher for Middle
School Methods

Pius XI High School​​, Milwaukee, WI February 2008 – April 2008

● Created lessons to tutor small groups of students in physics and chemistry for Literacy in the Classroom

Milwaukee High School of the Arts​​, Milwaukee WI September 2007 – November 2007
● Tutored students in a math and science resource room for students who needed accommodations
● Modeled participation methods in a physical education class for students on the autistic spectrum

Milwaukee Rescue Mission​​, Milwaukee, WI February 2006 – April 2006

● Tutored elementary students in general education and study skills

References
*Additional references available upon request*
Brian Verfuerth Mr. Verfuerth and I worked together at Oak Creek High
School and collaborated routinely and regularly to create a
challenging and rigorous chemistry curriculum.
Codi Gauger Ms. Gauger and I worked together at Oak Creek High
School and were in the same New Teacher Cohort. She can
attest to my ability to communicate with many different
personalities and work towards a common goal.
Brittany Nohl Ms. Nohl and I work together at Reagan High School. She
can give an excellent reference as to my capability to work
with a diverse population of students.