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Ashley Nissen

Palmdale,Ca
Ashley Nissen

Summary

Dedicated childcare professional with extensive experience as a Special Needs Babysitter, Proven ability to communicate effectively and provide compassionate support. CPR certified, with a strong work ethic and reliability, ensuring a nurturing environment for children. Skilled in activity planning and early childhood development, enhancing children's learning experiences.

Overview

25

Babysitting

20

Cooking

3

Server

4

Computers

Work History

N/A

Babysitter
03.2011 - 11.2013

Job overview

  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.

N/A

Special Needs Babysitter
02.2008 - 08.2009

Job overview

  • Ensured safety during outdoor activities by diligently supervising all special needs kids.
  • Established a safe and nurturing environment, promoting positive behavior and emotional growth.
  • Improved communication skills with non-verbal children through sign language and other alternative methods.
  • Developed strong rapport with every child under my care creating an amicable relationship.
  • Provided compassionate support during challenging situations, demonstrating empathy and understanding of each child''s unique struggles.
  • Prepared meals and snacks and fed clients.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.

Yule

Waitress
01.2003 - 12.2005

Job overview

  • Developed strong communication skills by effectively conveying information between kitchen staff, management, and waitstaff.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing guest concerns promptly.
  • Maintained consistent customer satisfaction rates through attentive listening skills and prompt issue resolution when necessary.
  • Provided support during high volume periods by efficiently managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Facilitated team-oriented atmosphere, assisting coworkers during rush periods to ensure smooth operations.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
  • Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
  • Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.

Education

Regional Occupational Program
Palmdale, CA

from Careers With Children
05-2008

University Overview

Award Certificate


CPR Trained


T/A ascent

Palmdale High School
Palmdale, CA

from GED
05-2002

University Overview

Certificate


Was a TA acescent


Got CPR trained


Took Child Development

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Strong work ethic
  • Reliability
  • Dependability
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Child supervision
  • Toddler care experience
  • Activity planning
  • School-age children experience
  • Playing puzzles and games
  • Reading and storytelling
  • Light housekeeping
  • Creative play ideas
  • Bathing and dressing
  • CPR certified
  • Diaper changing proficiency
  • Potty training assistance
  • Early childhood development
  • Early childhood education
  • Basic first aid
  • Following directions
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Childcare
  • Active listening
  • Meal and snack times
  • Managing routines
  • Schedule management

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Cared for 7 children ages 1-6, 5 and 10.
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Important To Me

Career advancementWork from home optionFlexible work hours

Software

Microsoft word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Interests

Cooking

Server

Education

CareTaker

Timeline

Babysitter
N/A
03.2011 - 11.2013
Special Needs Babysitter
N/A
02.2008 - 08.2009
Waitress
Yule
01.2003 - 12.2005
Regional Occupational Program
from Careers With Children
Palmdale High School
from GED

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