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Ashley Chapman

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Summary

Dynamic and nurturing professional with extensive experience in childhood education, notably at Stepping Stones Child Daycare. Skilled in effective relationship management and creative thinking, I fostered social development and critical thinking in young learners, ensuring a safe and engaging environment while implementing bilingual programs to enhance communication skills.

Experienced with nurturing and developing children in supportive environment. Utilizes strong organizational skills and adaptability to manage daily routines and respond to changing needs. Knowledge of effective communication and problem-solving to foster positive and engaging atmosphere.

Professional caregiver with strong track record of fostering safe, nurturing environments for children. Adept at supporting developmental milestones and creating engaging, educational activities. Known for effective collaboration with parents and adapting to meet changing needs. Reliable, patient, and skilled in managing multiple responsibilities while ensuring optimal care and well-being.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Nanny

Jheren & Mindy Svoboda
10.2020 - 06.2025
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
  • Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
  • Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.

Preschool Cook

Little Mountain Movers Academy
10.2018 - 10.2020
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations, maintaining record of excellence in health inspections.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
  • Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring safe dining environment.

Preschool Teacher

Stepping Stones Child Daycare
08.2014 - 10.2017
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
  • Assisted and supervised 12 children through entire school day.
  • Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
  • Conducted early literacy and math activities, laying foundation for future academic success.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills with specially designed activities and games.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement to manage classroom behavior, creating supportive learning environment.
  • 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.
  • Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
  • Implemented bilingual program, introducing young learners to second language in immersive setting.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ellison High School
Killeen, TX
05-2007

Skills

  • Effective relationship management
  • Childhood education expertise
  • CPR & First Aid training
  • Effective dispute management
  • Constructive behavior management
  • Creative thinking
  • Multitasking
  • Skilled in defining personal limits

Timeline

Private Nanny

Jheren & Mindy Svoboda
10.2020 - 06.2025

Preschool Cook

Little Mountain Movers Academy
10.2018 - 10.2020

Preschool Teacher

Stepping Stones Child Daycare
08.2014 - 10.2017

High School Diploma -

Ellison High School