Ashlie Kaestner
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dedicated youth support professional with extensive experience addressing the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs of young people. Skilled in providing guidance, fostering positive relationships, and maintaining effective communication. Highly organized and detail-oriented, committed to creating supportive environments for youth development.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Child and Youth Programs Assistant
Navy CYP
Virginia Beach, NV
02.2023 - Current
- Supervised children during recreational and educational programs.
- Assisted in planning and implementing engaging youth activities.
- Maintained a safe and welcoming environment for all participants.
- Created a safe environment where children can express themselves freely.
- Organized materials for arts, crafts, and sports activities.
- Communicated effectively with parents about program details and schedules.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance program offerings.
- Provided support in managing daily program operations and logistics.
Caregiver
Cdwa
Lynnwood, WA
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring compliance with health guidelines.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities including bathing and dressing.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to improve client well-being.
- Supported clients in developing personal goals for improved independence and quality of life.
- Collaborated with family members to create tailored care plans for individual needs.
Cake Decorator
QFC
Seattle, Washington
03.2008 - 03.2020
- Decorated cakes for various occasions using icing, fondant, and edible decorations.
- Collaborated with team members to create visually appealing cake designs.
- Used pastry bags and tips to pipe messages and decorative roses onto cakes.
- Implemented efficient decorating techniques to streamline workflow during busy periods.
- Trained new staff on cake decorating methods and best practices.
- Assisted customers in selecting cake styles and flavors for their events.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards during decoration processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the decorating area and tools.
- Resolved customer concerns regarding cake designs or orders promptly and professionally.
Education
Enumclaw High School
Enumclaw , WaSkills
- Child safety
- Child assessment
- Health compliance
- Curriculum planning
- Activity organization
- Arts program coordination
- Parent communication
- Effective customer communication
- Reporting and documentation
- Time management
- Effective teamwork
- Team interaction
- Conflict resolution
- Positive reinforcement
- Professionalism and ethics
- Patience and empathy
- Special needs support
- Writing and verbal communication
Certification
- First aid and cpr
Timeline
Child and Youth Programs Assistant
Navy CYP
02.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Cdwa
03.2021 - 02.2022
Cake Decorator
QFC
03.2008 - 03.2020
Enumclaw High School