Ashley Lyon
Summary
Compassionate educator with a strong background in child assessment and early intervention strategies. Skilled in creating a nurturing environment that promotes social skills and emotional well-being, aiming to enhance learning outcomes for every child.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Kids Unlimited
Medford
05.2024 - 06.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool age groups.
- Fostered a nurturing, safe classroom environment to support all children.
- Implemented educational activities promoting social and emotional development.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Monitored children's behavior, providing guidance for positive interactions.
- Collaborated with staff to enhance curriculum and teaching methodologies.
- Organized classroom materials and resources to enhance learning experiences and promote engagement.
- Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.
Preschool Teacher
The Family Nurturing Center
Medford
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool age groups.
- Fostered a nurturing and safe classroom environment for all children.
- Observed and documented children's development to tailor support and enhance individual progress.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children, facilitating timely communication with parents.
- Recognized children requiring additional assistance in emotional, health, or developmental areas.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Maintained detailed daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps to monitor child well-being and inform planning.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
Infant Teacher
Sonshine Early Learning Center
Central Point
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for infants and toddlers.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities promoting social and emotional growth.
- Monitored children's progress through detailed assessments and observations, informing tailored developmental activities.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance children's developmental milestones and overall well-being.
- Trained new staff on effective infant care practices and educational techniques, fostering a consistent approach to child development.
- Provided assistance during diaper changes and supported children in developing toileting independence.
- Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests for breastmilk, formula and solids.
- Performed regular sanitation of toys, equipment, and surfaces to maintain health standards.
- Ensured safety rules were followed at all times by supervising playtime activities both indoors and outdoors.
Education
Lost River High School
Merrill, OR06-2012
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Child assessment
- Individualized instruction
- Educational activities
- Early intervention strategies
- Child development knowledge
- Social-emotional learning
- Family engagement
- Collaborative teaching
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Parent communication
Certification
- cpr/first aid
- food handlers
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Kids Unlimited
05.2024 - 06.2026
Preschool Teacher
The Family Nurturing Center
09.2022 - 05.2024
Infant Teacher
Sonshine Early Learning Center
01.2018 - 06.2020
Lost River High School