ASHLEY M.

MARTIN
504-432-8800 ~ AshleyMartin06@gmail.com

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology Scripps College Master of Education, Educational Leadership with Principal Certification University of St. Thomas May 2006 Claremont, CA May 2013 Houston, TX

SCHOOL LEADERHSIP EXPERIENCE

Data Manager, Lockhart Elementary & Thompson Elementary August 2012 Present Houston Independent School District, Houston, TX Generate student assessment data tools and reports using ERG Analytics and EdPlan computer systems Systematize and analyze student assessment data Guide and train teachers in analyzing student data and creating ways to track student data Facilitate data teams meetings with teachers, specialists, and administrators in order to increase student achievement Serve in other capacities as follows: coordinate campus Gifted and Talented program (G/T Coordinator) ; coordinate Real Men Read program whereby male community members mentor 2 nd and 5th grade classrooms (Real Men Read Coordinator); implemented and manage I-Station Incentives to reward student reading progress; conduct teacher observations and provide feedback for teacher development; serve as Administrative lead for grade level team; create formative assessments to guide instruction; provide intervention in small group instruction Instructional Mentor August 2011- May 2012 C. Martinez Elementary, HISD Houston, TX Meet with beginning teacher once a week (30-45 minutes) to improve instruction Responsibilities include assisting beginning teacher in planning, collaborating, provide feedback about instructional practices, conducting observations Coordinator, C. Martinez Houston Real Men Read (HRMR) August 2011- May 2012 C. Martinez Elementary, HISD Houston, TX th Recruited and secured 15 HRMR MENtors to mentor 1st -5 grade classrooms Trained teachers, staff members, and MENtors about the HRMR programs Maintained campus information regarding students and classrooms serviced by HRMR Facilitated 6 MENtor visits, monitored HRMR classrooms, and set up Hospitality room for MENtors. Stored and distributed all HRMR books and materials to teachers and MENtors. Provided ongoing communication with MENtors regarding information pertaining to campus visits (Reminders, thank you letters, updates) Coordinated successful reading event between HRMR and Houston Astros as a part of the Astros CAREavan Effective Teacher Initiative Representative August 2011-May 2012 C. Martinez Elementary, HISD Houston, TX Spent one hour weekly distributing resources and information about ETI- related activities and the new teacher appraisal and development system Communicated information via email and in staff meetings approximately every two weeks Member, Shared Decision- Making Committee (SDMC) 2009-May 2012 C. Martinez Elementary, HISD Houston, TX Served as a voting member on the SDMC committee (principal, parent representative, 2 community representatives, and business partner) to make campus- based decisions in the areas of implementing pertinent campus- level planning processes; develop recommendations for school budget; submit recommendations for school curriculum; recommend changes in schools staffing patterns; develop and approve the campus staff development plan; develop, review, and revise the School Improvement Plan (SIP) to improve student

ASHLEY M. MARTIN
504-432-8800 ~ AshleyMartin06@gmail.com

performance; review and make recommendations about the schools organizational structure Teacher, Third Grade August 2006 August 2012 Houston Independent School District, C. Martinez Elementary Houston, TX Member of a collaborative team of educators (teachers, specialists, administrators) to develop curriculum for ~ 60 students, analyze student data to guide instruction, identify best practices, teaching ideas and methods Created rigorous lesson plans for all subjects (Reading, Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, social skills) to dramatically improve student learning. Awards: Teacher of the Year, C. Martinez Elementary (2008-2009), HAASBE Teacher of the Year (2011-2012) Corps Member 2006 - 2008 Teach for America Houston, TX One of 3,300 selected from 19,000 applicants to join a corps of future leaders to work relentlessly to close the achievement gap in our nations high needs schools. Achieved the standard of significant gains which assessed student growth(TFA measure) 2006- 20098

COLLEGE LEADERHSIP EXPERIENCE

Resident Advisor, Residential Life 2005 2006 Scripps College Claremont, CA Managed the safety, social environment, and enforced residential hall policies for 90 residents. Enhanced student learning and community involvement by developing 8 educational programs Served as mediator to resolve conflicts between residents Co-managed residence hall operations and establishing a strong relationship with a 16 member team. Responded in emergency situations with a 100 % success rate in resolving hall emergencies as needed Facilitator, Scripps College Summer Academy June 2004/ June2005 Scripps College Claremont, CA Provided mentoring and instructional support for 35 diverse high school students Collaborated closely with faculty to develop and improve the academys curriculum which led to 100 % success rate of the academy.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Curriculum Expert, Christian Education December 2010- Present Children and Youth Ministry, Higher Dimension Church Houston, TX Assist Student Ministers in implementing a creative curriculum and quality of instruction for150 + children. Provide monthly ministerial development to for small group leaders, ministers, and other ministry volunteers Serve as a part of a council that makes decisions based on needs of the ministry. Assistant Coordinator, Christian Education 2008-December 2010 Higher Dimension Church Houston, TX Assisted Children and Youth minister in the implementation of a creative curriculum and quality of instruction for 250 children. Managed scheduling and logistics for a team of 30 + teachers. Conducted lesson observations and submit monthly observation logs for grades Pre-K 6 th Publications: Martin, Ashley (2012). Consider Job, Excuses, Teacher Appreciation. Writings from My Sistahs. Complied/Edited by Julia Terry-Myles. Interest/Skills: Spanish Language (Proficient), Traveling, Reading, Writing, Community Service, Sports (Football and Basketball)