ASHLEY R.

MCMENAMY
630 Lakeview Ave. • Rockville Centre, NY 11570
(516) 780-1885 • missmcmenamy36@gmail.com
ashleyrose36.weebly.com | @missmcmenamy36

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education May 2019
Major: Early & Childhood Education | Concentration: History and Psychology
Molloy College; Rockville Centre, NY
GPA: 3.0

CERTIFICATIONS
New York State Certification in Teaching Assistant Level 1
New York State Initial Certification in Childhood Education (1-6) – Pending
New York State Initial Certification in Early Childhood Education (B-2) – Pending

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher – K, 1st, 4th September 2018 – May 2019
William S. Covert Elementary School; Rockville Centre, NY
• Planned and implemented curriculum in small group, whole class, and individualized instruction while
fostering a caring, inclusive, and safe environment in accordance with cooperating teachers
• Facilitated daily instruction in reading, writing, math, science, social studies, implementing thematic
and multidisciplinary units
• Differentiated and modified instruction and assessments as needed, including accommodations and
modifications
• Adhered to student Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans, utilizing data to identify
student skills, strengths, and areas of progress, differentiating lessons accordingly for small groups
• Attentive to the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of all students, provided specific
feedback about potential learning blocks and deficits
• Utilized a variety of supplemental programs and curriculums, coupled with manipulatives, mediums,
demonstrations, and student-centered instructional strategies
• Provided opportunities and intervention strategies for support, applying reinforcement methods to
reduce negative behaviors
• Implemented Social Emotional Learning (SEL) discussions, incorporating Growth Mindset and mental
health lessons to create a warm, nurturing environment on foundation of respect and trust
• Employed kinesthetic, visual, and auditory instructional strategies to design interactive lessons plans
sustaining student motivation and interest
• Infused instructional and educational technology including computer literacy skills and adapted
activities (Weebly, Prezi, Microsoft Office Suite, Google, SMARTBoard Technology)
• Maintained effective classroom management and behavior management allowing for a safe, effective
learning environment, promoting positive relationships with students, parents, families, staff, etc.
• Developed exemplary relationship with School Principal, evaluated on Chalk and Wire

LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY INITIATIVES

Sigma Delta Tau Sorority 2016 – 2019
Molloy College; Rockville Centre, NY
• Philanthropic Events: Out of the Darkness Walks, Breast Cancer Walks, Prevent Child Abuse in America
• Attended and led weekly chapter meetings, participating in the decision-making process and community
service initiatives for organization

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)
School Violence Prevention and Intervention | Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect