Ashley N.

Edwards, MALS

Certification
Michigan Standard Secondary Certificate
English: 6-12 June 2020

Michigan Substitute Teacher Permit October 2014- Present

Adult CPR/AED, Child CPR and First Aid January 2020- January 2022

Education
University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI
Master of Arts in Educational Studies with Secondary Certification June 2020
Current GPA: 4.0/4.0
Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies Merit Fellowship September 2019- April 2020
University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI
Master of Arts in Liberal Studies December 2015
Liberal Studies Concentration
Graduated with Distinction (G.P.A.-3.5/4.0)
University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI
Bachelor of Arts in Communications December 2010
Communications (Major)/Sociology (Minor)
Graduated with Distinction (G.P.A.-3.2/4.0)
Teaching Experience
Washtenaw International High School Ypsilanti, MI
Student Teacher May 2020- June 2020

• Facilitated weekly meetings with 9th grade students via Google Hangouts to ensure comprehension
of materials as well as establish meaningful relationships with students during COVID-19 quarantine.
• Created screencast videos via Loom to verbally clarify directions and requirements for writing
assignments.
• Developed mini lessons on the subjects of colonization and voluntourism in relation to Apartheid in
the novel When Rain Clouds Gather by Bessie Head.
• Provided constructive and encouraging feedback on student writing assignments.
• Worked mindfully to produce rigorous academic experiences during COVID-19 pandemic response.
Skyline High School Ann Arbor, MI
Student Teacher September 2019- April 2020

• Observed and co-taught a 9th grade English 9A course & an 11th grade AP Language course
• Implemented a Romeo & Juliet trial simulation of Friar Laurence with students, where they took
on the roles of prosecution, defense, jury, and judge during mock hearings.
• Developed and facilitated introduction to The Great Gatsby unit in AP Language
• Facilitated whole group discussions on literary subjects such as theme, plot, and characterization
• Designed and created a trimester-long short story unit for 12th grade students, requiring them
to apply compare and contrast writing skills and pair textual evidence with a broader view of
meaning.
• Collaborated with English department teachers to implement online learning curriculum via Google
Classroom amid COVID-19 school closing March 2020- April 2020.

Scarlett Middle School- Summer Learning Institute Ann Arbor, MI

Teaching Intern June 2019- July 2019
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 • Provided instructional assistance to enhance students’ learning experience by facilitating
brainstorming activities, large group discussion, and small group discussions
• Implemented Circles of Power and Respect advisory meetings to bring students together in a fun
and respectful meeting format that includes a greeting, sharing, activity, and daily news message.
• Tutored students to improve their writing skills
• Fostered student interest in learning through hands-on activities as well as field trips

EduStaff Metro Detroit Area

Substitute Teacher September 2018- March 2020

Professional Educational Staffing Group (PESG) Metro Detroit Area

Substitute Teacher October 2014- June 2018

• Followed lesson plans established by primary teacher

• Engaged in class lectures and discussions
• Adapted to organizational culture of multiple sites
• Made end of the day classroom reports for primary teacher
• Adapted to changes in curriculum, assignment, and teaching load frequently

Education Achievement Authority (EAA) Detroit, MI

Building Substitute Teacher February 2017- June 2017
Denby High School

• Followed all policies and rules that primary teachers are subject to
• Chaperoned multiple school field trips
• Attended required professional development trainings/meetings
• Reported to Denby High school daily and worked in any capacity identified by the administration
(classroom teacher, supervise fieldtrips, work with counselors, supervise career day activities)

Professional Service
Vice President of the Michigan Sociological Association 2017-2018

• Functioned as President in her/his absence

• Performed various functions assigned by the President or Board of Directors
• Operated as Program Chair for Annual Conference
• Supported the efforts of conference site coordinator
• Coordinated paper sessions, keynote address, and panel discussions at the annual meeting
• Attended Executive Board Meetings (4 times a year)
• Reported out to the Executive Board regarding planning of annual conference (budget, speakers,
venue, theme)

Mentor (Volunteer) for the Black Male & QUEENS Focus Group Dearborn, MI
Henry Ford College 2016- Present
The Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group is an academic and social support network designed to address issues
of equity for students on the campus of Henry Ford College. As a mentor I:

• Assisted the coordinator in the development of workshops for women of the group (Sista Circle)
• Served as a one-on-one mentor for young women in the group
• Assisted in the planning of the annual Celebration of the Black Woman Banquet, serving as a site
coordinator and transporting keynote speaker

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 • Assisted in the planning of the annual rites of passage graduation ceremony
• Worked on site as support for the annual rites of passage graduation ceremony

Board of Directors, Michigan Sociological Association 2015-present

• Worked to support the efforts of the Michigan Sociological Association

• Attended Executive Board Meeting (4 times a year)
• Chaired paper sessions at annual conference
• Assisted with planning of annual conference
• Active voting rights

Michigan Sociological Association Member 2013-present

• Attended and presented at annual meetings

• Attended annual business meetings of the organization
• Assisted board members on site at annual conference

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