Ashley Smith
Belmont,NC
Summary
Diligent teacher assistant with strong background in early childhood education and program management. Successfully led team of educators to create nurturing and educational environment for young children. Demonstrated ability in curriculum development and staff training, ensuring compliance with state regulations and fostering collaborative atmosphere.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Director
The Flock Preschool
08.2019 - Current
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Maintained compliance with state licensing regulations through diligent record keeping and routine inspections preparation.
- Collaborated with staff to create an inclusive environment, accommodating diverse learning needs.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation for optimal program performance.
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
- Created a safe learning environment through regular safety drills practice and adherence to established protocols during emergencies.
- Developed strong parent-teacher relationships through effective communication and regular progress updates.
Assistant Daycare Director
Pal-A-Roo's
10.2005 - 04.2016
- Ensured safety of children by enforcing strict health and safety guidelines in compliance with state regulations.
- Managed administrative tasks such as record-keeping, billing, and reporting to ensure efficient operation of the daycare center.
- Coordinated special events such as holiday parties or field trips that enriched children''s experiences at the daycare center.
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Pal-A-Roo's
09.2002 - 10.2005
- Assisted and supervised 25 children through entire school day.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Managed classroom materials efficiently, ensuring availability of necessary resources for daily activities and reducing waste.
- Attended professional development workshops regularly, staying up-to-date with current early childhood education trends and techniques for enhanced instruction quality.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
High School Diploma -
Concord High School
Concord, NC01-2000
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Parent communication
- Office administration
- Fostering positive environment
Timeline
Preschool Director
The Flock Preschool
08.2019 - Current
Assistant Daycare Director
Pal-A-Roo's
10.2005 - 04.2016
Lead Preschool Teacher
Pal-A-Roo's
09.2002 - 10.2005
Early Childhood Education
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
High School Diploma -
Concord High School
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