Ava Dashner
Summary
Goal oriented, determined student with multiple years of childcare experience looking to work in a child welfare setting in the future. Areas of success include teaching children emotion regulation strategies, providing a comforting and safe presence for youth, team building, and open-mindedness.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Bath and Body Works, Limited Brands
11.2020 - Current
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
Child Care Aide
Hudsonville Public Schools
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Maintained accurate records of child attendance and activities.
- Provided guidance to children on social interactions and conflict resolution.
- Organized recreational activities such as games, arts, and crafts.
- Observed and monitored the safety of children at all times.
Assistant Teacher
Childtime Learning Care Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
- Supervised small group activities.
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
- Encouraged positive behavior with rewards and incentives.
Behavior Technician
Acorn Health
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided direct behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
- Conducted functional assessments, collected data, and implemented behavior plans based on assessments.
- Instructed clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI12.2023
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Behavior Management Techniques
- CPR Training
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Goal Oriented
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer Bereavement Support Group Facilitator with Ele's Place West Michigan since August 2023
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Childtime Learning Care Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
Child Care Aide
Hudsonville Public Schools
09.2022 - 12.2023
Behavior Technician
Acorn Health
05.2022 - 08.2022
Sales Associate
Bath and Body Works, Limited Brands
11.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Valley State University