Ashley Merida
Stamford,CT
Summary
College student who is highly reliable, self-motivated, and kindhearted, focusing on educational and social development. Responsible childcare professional. I am experienced in guiding children, documenting learning, and development. Background leading fun activities to teach new skills and encourage growth. Offers CPR and First Aid certifications, Has received training to assist children with their medication or to administer medication if necessary. I am more than capable to pick up new abilities quickly and do well in a hectic setting.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Worker
Old Greenwich Riverside Community Center
Greenwich, CT
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed and implemented activities to meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of children.
- Supervised and monitored the safety of children in my care.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, crafts, music, and outdoor play.
- Maintained a safe environment for children by following health standards.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians by providing ongoing communication regarding their child's progress.
- Utilized problem solving techniques when dealing with challenging behaviors from children.
- Working with 15-20 kids per day from grades k-5
Youth Program Leader
Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich
Greenwich, CT
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted with the supervision of students in a safe and secure learning environment.
- Organized recreational games and activities for children to participate in after school hours.
- Supervised daily snack times, ensuring all children had access to healthy snacks.
- Provided support for individual students who may need extra attention due to behavioral or academic concerns.
- As well as taking care of the members at the club I help run the front desk by greeted club members warmly and made them feel welcome.
- Answered incoming calls, redirected callers to the appropriate department and took messages as needed.
- Performed data entry into computer systems to maintain accurate records of club member's information.
- Managed incoming and outgoing mail, courier services, faxes and other correspondence.
Youth Leader
Domus kids
Stamford, CT
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Organized social and education events with youth member
- Established and maintained a healthy environment for staff and children
- Helped children with social and educational development
- Followed and maintain COVID-19 protocol during the pandemic
- Distributed and supervised the distribution of well-balanced meals for the youth
- Provided direct supervision of students in the school environment of Toquam Elementary School.
Education
Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT05.2025
High School Diploma -
Stamford High School
Stamford, CT06.2021
Skills
- Organized
- Willing and able to adapt to fast changing work environments
- Collaborator and can step up as Team Leader
- Leadership skills - include; great communication, understanding, and problem solving skills
- Child Safety and Early Childhood Development
- First Aid and CPR
Affiliations
I am a college student at CT State Community College. I am currently 20, passionate for helping others and being physically active. I enjoy working out consistently and doing tasks that will help me grow. I also have two dogs at home who I adore hanging out with.
Certification
- CPR and First Aid Certification, 09/2025
- Mandated Reporter Training Certifiation, 07/2022
Timeline
Childcare Worker
Old Greenwich Riverside Community Center
06.2023 - 12.2023
Youth Program Leader
Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich
07.2022 - 08.2023
Youth Leader
Domus kids
01.2020 - 12.2021
Norwalk Community College
High School Diploma -
Stamford High School
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