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Ashley L. Allem
12D North Manor Connellsville, PA 15425 724-858-9477 Allem.Ashley@gmail.com

Education

Robert Morris University Moon Township, PA
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education: Science Concentration
Degree Conferred: December 2012 | Cumulative GPA: 3.6

Professional Experience

Propel Charter School - Montour Pittsburgh, PA
5
th
and 6
th
Grade Science Teacher
August 2013 Present
Planned and organized meaningful lessons and activities. Utilized ASSET Science kits. Incorporated positive classroom
management strategies. Enforced STEM teaching and learning, as well as daily responsibilities. Great consistency,
communication, and feedback among students, teachers, administrators, and parents. Participated in parent teacher
conferences, in-service days, and IEP meetings offered by the district. Taught a web-page development class during an after
school program. Designed team webpage at www.5-6propelmontour.weebly.com

Private Tutor Advanced Algebra II / SAT Math Scottdale, PA
March 2013 - June 2013; 10
th
grade
Assisted students in improving academic achievement by meeting with them on a regular basis to clarify learning problems and work
on study skills. Goal reached by reviewing class material, discussing the text, predicting test questions, formulating and organizing
ideas for papers, or working on solutions to problems using various strategies.

Day to Day Substitute Teacher Connellsville Area School District / Southmoreland Area School District
January 2013 - June 2013; K-12
Performed essential classroom duties while maintaining district education and behavioral guidelines. Provided educational continuity
by implementing established lessons, while exercising professional judgment to introduce new material when appropriate or necessary.
Developed and maintained positive interactions with students, faculty, and administration.

One on One Learning Connellsville, PA
Tutor
January - May 2013; First Grade
Trained in delivering high-quality instruction while maintaining and meeting the high standards set by One on One Learning and the
state. Implemented effective strategies to enhance learning and assist students to reach their full potential. Gained professional
development skills through tutoring ethics, differentiated instruction, behavior management, and effective strategies for teaching
math and reading.

Bullskin Township Elementary School Connellsville, PA
Student Teaching
August - December 2012; Sixth Grade
Exhibited promptness, punctuality, and professionalism. Participated in Individualized Education Plan meetings, in-service professional
development days, and parent conferences. Enforced classroom and time management. Prepared and completed concise daily lesson
plans with the use of differentiated instruction and 21
st
century technology to meet the Common Core standards and diverse learning
needs. Assessed students formally and informally through different data driven techniques. Maintained open communication with
faculty, administration, and parents.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Roman Catholic Primary School Belmopan, Belize, C.A
Short Term International Student Teacher
May 2012; Fourth and Fifth Grade
Gained understanding of multicultural pedagogy while studying abroad. Worked with Standard Three, which is comparable to students
at the fourth and fifth grade level in the United States. Enforced classroom management. Instructed from a standardized-based
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curriculum. Administered several informal assessments during the course of my study. Held great communication among advisor,
administration, and faculty.

J. Hyde Elementary School of Moon Area School District Moon Township, PA
Volunteer
January - April 2012; Fifth Grade
Developed and implemented age-appropriate lessons that promoted student engagement in a variety of settings. Assisted cooperating
teacher in organizing and facilitating classroom instruction, discipline, and management. Administered both formal and informal
assessments to students at the end of the school year.

Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Pittsburgh Coraopolis, PA
Mentor
August 2009 - April 2010; Second Grade
Assisted a second grade student twice a week with language and mathematics skills. Created an environment conducive assisting
students that struggled with language, mathematics, hygiene, and personal concerns at home. Volunteered in partnership with area
school personnel to provide tutoring and special needs for children. Communicated and collaborated on a regular basis with faculty in
regards to the progresses made and modifications needed to better suit the need of the students.
Other Experience

Shallenberger Pools Inc. Connellsville, PA
Sales Associate
May 2010- Present
Received and processed register and computer transactions. Maintained balanced cash drawer. Upheld positive customer relations.
Assisted customers with purchasing products, chemicals, and equipment for swimming pools. Conducted water analysis tests to
effectively determine procedures for eliminating problems and concerns. Designed business webpage at
www.wix.com/shallenberger/shallenberger. Scheduled service calls. Maintained stock and regular inventory of parts, chemicals, and
other pool supplies.

Robert Morris University Moon Township, PA
Computer Lab Assistant
September 2011- April 2012
Oversaw that all computer equipment and software was being used according to lab regulations. Replenished supplies. Provided
assistance for users with Macintosh and Windows technology software and other related concerns.

Scottdale Community Pool Scottdale, PA
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
June 2005 January 2007
Taught swimming lessons and safety precautions to children of all ages, including adults. Licensed in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation,
Automated External Defibrillation, and First Aid. Administered medical aid. Enforced all policies, procedures, and regulations set by
management.
College and Community Activities, Leadership, and Honor Societies

Kappa Delta Pi: International Honor Society
in Education; Founding President, Alpha Zeta
Omicron Chapter of Robert Morris University
Student Pennsylvania State Education
Association; Vice President Communications
Coordinator
Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority; Alumnae Collegiate
Chairmen; Social Chairmen
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
member

Cum Laude Degree Award
Renaissance Award
Undergraduate Presidential Award
International Teaching Experience Certificate
Deans Leadership Award
Distinguished Student Elementary Education
Endowed Scholarship Elementary Education
Whos Who Among Students in American Universities &
Colleges
Deans List Fall 2009; Fall 2010 - Fall 2012
References and E-portfolio upon request