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Ashley Woodard

Porcupine,SD

Summary

Dynamic Early Childhood Educator with a proven track record at Thunder Valley CDC, skilled in fostering inclusive learning environments. Adept at enhancing children's cognitive and social skills through innovative lessons and effective communication. Recognized for strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities, while maintaining a safe and nurturing classroom atmosphere.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Montessori Provider/Language Learner

Thunder Valley CDC
04.2019 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's Lakota Language, cognitive, and social skills.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment, encouraging exploration and creativity among preschool-aged children.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Collaborated with families to support children's developmental needs and promote effective communication strategies.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe space for children to learn and grow.
  • Participated in professional development to enhance instructional techniques.
  • Established strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative team environment focused on student success.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Sanitized materials and work each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
  • Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in Montessori based classes and training to improve performance in Montessori education.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
  • Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
  • Mentored new educators, providing guidance on effective teaching approaches and classroom management techniques.
  • Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
  • Promoted physical health by incorporating movement breaks and outdoor play opportunities into each day''s schedule.
  • Improved classroom behavior by establishing and consistently applying clear rules and expectations.
  • Assessed children's learning and development through observation and documentation, informing instructional strategies.
  • Supported children's physical development with daily outdoor play and fine motor skills activities, enhancing their physical health and coordination.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children, fostering sense of security and belonging.
  • Fostered safe and nurturing classroom environment, allowing children to explore and learn confidently.
  • Maintained ongoing communication with parents about children's achievements and areas for improvement, building strong family-teacher relationships.
  • Facilitated small group activities to encourage collaboration and social skills among children.
  • Promoted language development skills through storytelling and open-ended questions, increasing students' vocabulary and comprehension abilities.
  • Encouraged children's independence and self-help skills through daily routines and activities.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.

Early Childhood Educator

Oglala Lakota College Head Start
05.2016 - 04.2019
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive and social skills.
  • Facilitated engaging activities that promoted language development and creative expression among preschoolers.
  • Monitored children's progress and adapted teaching strategies to meet individual needs effectively.
  • Collaborated with families to create supportive environments for child learning and growth.
  • Maintained a safe, organized classroom environment conducive to exploration and learning.
  • Established positive relationships with children, fostering trust and encouraging emotional well-being in the classroom.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and trainings to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
  • Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, sharing best practices to improve overall instruction quality across the school.
  • Mentored new educators, providing guidance on effective teaching approaches and classroom management techniques.
  • Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
  • Promoted physical health by incorporating movement breaks and outdoor play opportunities into each day''s schedule.
  • Maintained ongoing communication with parents about children's achievements and areas for improvement, building strong family-teacher relationships.
  • Enhanced children's emotional and social development by implementing interactive and inclusive classroom activities.
  • Fostered safe and nurturing classroom environment, allowing children to explore and learn confidently.
  • Encouraged children's independence and self-help skills through daily routines and activities.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.

Education

Early Childhood Education

Oglala Lakota College
Porcupine

Skills

  • Works well with others
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Computer skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Calm under pressure
  • Active listening
  • Organization and time management
  • Decision-making
  • Verbal communication
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Time management
  • Willing to learn

Certification

  • CPR certified
  • State certified
  • Montessori certifications attached

Languages

Lakota
Elementary

Timeline

Montessori Provider/Language Learner

Thunder Valley CDC
04.2019 - Current

Early Childhood Educator

Oglala Lakota College Head Start
05.2016 - 04.2019

Early Childhood Education

Oglala Lakota College

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