Ashley McDaniel
Columbia,South Carolina
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Early Head Start Teacher with nearly five years of experience fostering the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of infants and toddlers. Holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a strong understanding of child development and family engagement. Passionate about creating safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environments while partnering with families to support children's growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Head Start Teacher
Richland County First Steps
Columbia, SC
12.2021 - Current
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities for children ages 1–3.
- Foster children's social-emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development through play-based learning.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children and families.
- Conducted ongoing observations and assessments to support individualized developmental progress.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment.
- Collaborate with therapists, family advocates, and other professionals to support children's individual needs.
- Encourage positive behavior using age-appropriate guidance techniques.
- Communicate daily with parents regarding children's progress, routines, and developmental milestones.
- Ensure compliance with licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and Early Head Start Performance Standards.
- Participate in professional development and team collaboration to strengthen instructional practices.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Creative Learning Place
Lexington, SC
02.2017 - 06.2021
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Established positive relationships with families and community members.
- Organized field trips to enhance learning experiences outside of the classroom setting.
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
South University
Columbia, SC06-2021
Skills
- Early Childhood Development (0–3)
- Early Head Start / Head Start Standards
- Classroom Management
- Family Engagement
- Developmental Assessments
- Lesson Planning (Play-Based Curriculum)
- Positive Behavior Support
- Communication & Collaboration
- Safety & Compliance
Timeline
Early Head Start Teacher
Richland County First Steps
12.2021 - Current
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Creative Learning Place
02.2017 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
South University