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Ashley Bettencourt

Orange,CA
Ashley Bettencourt

Summary

Proven Child Care Educator with extensive experience at Montessori School of Lake Forest, adept in early childhood development and CPR trained. Excelled in creating nurturing environments, enhancing children's social skills, and implementing innovative educational support. Achieved significant improvements in child engagement and learning outcomes through effective teamwork and interpersonal relationships.

Overview

16
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Private Client

Child Caregiver
06.2022 - 05.2023

Job overview

  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Ensured child safety through diligent supervision and adherence to established protocols.
  • Administered first aid when necessary, maintaining a calm demeanor during emergencies and handling situations effectively.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Created a safe environment through routine inspections of play areas, toys, and equipment for potential hazards.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop individualized care plans addressing specific needs of their children.
  • Managed behavioral issues effectively by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and setting clear expectations.
  • Implemented creative problem-solving techniques to address challenges faced while caring for multiple children simultaneously.
  • Established daily routines to provide structure and predictability for children under care.
  • Promoted healthy habits by encouraging regular exercise, outdoor play, and nutritious meals.
  • Supported cognitive development with age-appropriate learning materials and engaging educational games.
  • Developed fine motor skills with hands-on activities such as arts and crafts or puzzles.
  • Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities and promoting teamwork.
  • Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
  • Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
  • Documented children's growth and development.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.

Greenwood Montessori School

Teachers Assistant
09.2013 - 08.2015

Job overview

  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
  • Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
  • Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
  • Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
  • Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
  • Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
  • Assisted in development of individualized education plans to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Increased class participation with introduction of innovative teaching aids.
  • Utilized educational technology to enhance teaching effectiveness.
  • Supported lead teacher in lesson preparation, ensuring materials were ready for class activities.
  • Provided extra support to students with special needs, facilitating their inclusion in mainstream education.
  • Assisted in coordination of parent-teacher conferences, enhancing communication between school and home.
  • Contributed to planning and execution of school events, fostering sense of community.
  • Enhanced student engagement by creating interactive learning activities.
  • Conducted educational assessments to identify areas for improvement.
  • Prepared visual aids for lessons, enriching learning experience.
  • Encouraged critical thinking through use of problem-solving activities in classroom.
  • Monitored student progress, providing feedback that contributed to improvement in academic performance.
  • Maintained safe and organized classroom environment, enabling efficient learning.
  • Supported implementation of literacy programs, boosting reading skills.
  • Managed classroom behavior, creating conducive environment for learning.
  • Adapted teaching methods to suit different learning styles, increasing student satisfaction.
  • Organized resources and materials for outdoor educational activities, broadening learning environment.
  • Facilitated small group sessions, reinforcing lesson content for better comprehension.
  • Collaborated with teachers to implement new curriculum guidelines, resulting in more comprehensive subject coverage.
  • Assisted students in understanding difficult concepts, leading to improved test scores.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
  • Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
  • Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
  • Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
  • Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
  • Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.

Care.com Inc

Nanny
09.2010 - 09.2012

Job overview

  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
  • Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
  • Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
  • Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
  • Fostered creativity through art projects, music appreciation, and imaginative play designed to stimulate young minds.
  • Coordinated transportation arrangements for school pick-ups/drop-offs or appointments while prioritizing safety precautions during transit.
  • Assisted in the development of social skills by arranging playdates with peers in a supervised setting.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
  • Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.

Montessori School of Lake Forest

Child Care Educator
08.2007 - 01.2010

Job overview

  • Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
  • Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
  • Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
  • Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
  • Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
  • Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Supported the emotional well-being of each child by providing compassionate care during moments of distress or anxiety.
  • Enhanced children''s cognitive and social development by implementing age-appropriate activities and games.
  • Streamlined daily routines, resulting in increased efficiency and smoother classroom operations.
  • Prepared children for a seamless transition to the next level of education by focusing on key foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development.
  • Managed behavior issues effectively using appropriate techniques such as redirection or time-out methods when necessary.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.

Education

Laguna Tech
Pomona, CA

Child Development/ Infant Toddler Units from Child Development
07.2024

University Overview

I attended Laguna Tech school of Pomona in California. I received my 3 units in Child Development and 3 Units in Infant Toddler. So I have a total of 6 units in Child Care

Skills

  • Patience and understanding
  • CPR training
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Hygiene and Cleanliness
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Activity Planning
  • Activities Planning
  • Household Chores Assistance
  • Language skills
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Diaper changing
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Physical Fitness Encouragement
  • Schedule Management
  • Outdoor Play Supervision
  • Meal Preparation
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Social and academic development
  • Motor Skills Development
  • Materials Management
  • Social Skills Teaching
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Social Development
  • Sleep Training Techniques
  • Homework help
  • Technology-savvy
  • Child Safety Awareness
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Care Planning
  • Potty Training Assistance
  • Educational Support
  • Transportation and Driving
  • Travel Planning and Coordination
  • Allergy awareness
  • Safety awareness
  • Child Supervision
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Childcare
  • Safety understanding
  • Housekeeping
  • Lesson Plan Development
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Child Development
  • Care management
  • Healthy environments
  • Interpersonal Relationships
  • Recordkeeping requirements
  • Housekeeping abilities
  • Toilet training
  • Emotional development
  • Group leadership
  • Time Management
  • Friendly and Respectful
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Health and safety
  • Coordination and Teamwork
  • Child Safety
  • Food Preparation and Service
  • Calendaring and Scheduling
  • Team Leader
  • Infant Care and Feeding
  • Infant Care

Certification

  • Five years servive to the Lord and all of his children.
  • Five years of service in the Pacific South West District

Timeline

Child Caregiver

Private Client
06.2022 - 05.2023

Teachers Assistant

Greenwood Montessori School
09.2013 - 08.2015

Nanny

Care.com Inc
09.2010 - 09.2012

Child Care Educator

Montessori School of Lake Forest
08.2007 - 01.2010

Laguna Tech

Child Development/ Infant Toddler Units from Child Development
Ashley Bettencourt