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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Crafting, going to concerts in spare time and traveling, and spending time with my family/friends.
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Teacher

Ashley Boyd

Olathe,KS

Summary

Accomplished Childcare Lead Teacher with a proven track record at Wonder Tots Inc., enhancing young learners' social and intellectual growth through innovative curriculum planning and effective conflict mediation. Skilled in creating safe, nurturing environments and boosting student satisfaction through adaptive lesson implementation. Achieved a notable increase in classroom engagement and positive behavior reinforcement. Proactive and caring worker with 19 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare Teacher

Vada's Creative World
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Organized small groups of children while transitioning to and from outdoor play.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
  • Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.

Childcare Lead Teacher

Kiddie College
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.

Childcare Lead Teacher

Wonder Tots Inc.
11.2006 - 08.2022
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.

Education

High School Diploma -

Shawnee Mission North High School
Shawnee Mission, KS
05-2003

Skills

  • Conflict Mediation
  • Lesson preparation
  • Child observation
  • Meal Preparation
  • Child guidance
  • Group Instruction
  • Child Safety Procedures
  • First-aid and CPR
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Lesson implementation
  • Child development knowledge
  • Social Development
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Toilet training
  • Language development
  • Multicultural education
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Behavioral control
  • Special Needs Support
  • Classroom Organization
  • Recordkeeping

Certification


  • CPR, AED, Social-Emotional Development in young children, Foundations for Safe & Healthy Early Care Facilities, Managing Health & Safety In Childcare, Managing & Understanding Allergies IN Childcare, Safe Management of Babies, Sanitation For Disease Prevention In Childcare Programs, Safe Space In Childcare, Creating Schedules & Routine Certifications -KCCTO & KDHE

Crafting, going to concerts in spare time and traveling, and spending time with my family/friends.

I'm a creative person so naturally crafting is in me. In my spare time I enjoy going to concerts with my best friend and daughter. I also love having as much family,friends time with my family wether its a BBQ, holiday, or birthday. I just enjoy making memories.   

Timeline

Childcare Teacher

Vada's Creative World
07.2023 - 08.2024

Childcare Lead Teacher

Kiddie College
08.2022 - 07.2023

Childcare Lead Teacher

Wonder Tots Inc.
11.2006 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Shawnee Mission North High School
Ashley Boyd