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Ashley Casper

Kelford,NC

Summary

Dedicated preschool educator, skilled in fostering child development through engaging lesson plans and positive reinforcement. Proven ability to build trusting relationships with parents and create a safe, nurturing environment. Certified in early childhood education and known for exceptional empathy and compassion in the classroom.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Teacher

Hobgood Academy Preschool
08.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Nurtured creativity in students by incorporating arts and crafts into curriculum, showcasing their talents.
  • Fostered safe and inclusive classroom environment, allowing students to express themselves freely and respectfully.
  • Fostered independence in students by encouraging self-help skills and personal responsibility.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills with specially designed activities and games.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.

Lead Toddler Teacher

Bright Beginnings Preschool
02.2016 - 07.2022
  • Created a nurturing classroom environment that supported the social-emotional growth of young learners.
  • Fostered strong parent relationships through consistent communication.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Established routines and procedures that promoted a sense of orderliness, predictability, and security for toddlers.
  • Increased child engagement with creative lesson plans tailored to individual needs and interests.
  • Maintained safe and secure classroom environment.

Infants/Toddlers

A Child’s Place
02.2008 - 02.2016


  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic .
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Created a nurturing classroom environment that supported the social-emotional growth of
  • Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
  • Maintained a safe, nurturing environment for infants/toddlers by adhering to health and safety regulations.
  • Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents to foster trust and open communication regarding their child''s wellbeing.
  • Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces, and equipment.
  • Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants/toddlers.
  • Managed daily routines efficiently while maintaining flexibility to accommodate any unforeseen changes or challenges throughout the day.
  • Enhanced infant/toddler learning by implementing age-appropriate activities and educational games.
  • Assessed developmental milestones and provided regular updates to parents on their child''s progress.
  • Conducted regular observations and evaluations of infant/toddler growth, adjusting lesson plans as needed based on developmental progress.

Education

Associate In Early Childhood Education -

Pitt Community College
Winterville, NC

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Classroom organization
  • Child development
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Activity planning
  • Child safety procedures
  • Empathy and compassion
  • Arts and crafts aptitude
  • Calm and patient
  • Certified in early childhood education
  • Strong work ethic and dependable
  • Problem-solving
  • Child CPR and first aid

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

Hobgood Academy Preschool
08.2022 - Current

Lead Toddler Teacher

Bright Beginnings Preschool
02.2016 - 07.2022

Infants/Toddlers

A Child’s Place
02.2008 - 02.2016

Associate In Early Childhood Education -

Pitt Community College

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