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Ashley Sommers

Atwater

Summary

Organized and adaptable daycare provider with over 15 years of experience in creating nurturing environments. Skilled in relationship building and developing individualized care plans, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while promoting children's well-being and development.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed In-Home Daycare Provider

Self-employeed
05.2010 - Current
  • Established a safe and nurturing environment fostering children's emotional and social development.
  • Monitored daily activities to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding children's progress and developmental milestones.
  • Led engaging activities that promoted physical, cognitive, and creative skills among children.
  • Facilitated nap time routines to ensure proper rest for all children during the day while maintaining a calm environment.
  • Developed individualized care plans for each child based on their unique needs, preferences, and developmental milestones.
  • Managed administrative tasks including record-keeping, billing, scheduling, and reporting to maintain an efficient daycare operation.
  • Collaborated with other childcare professionals to share best practices and continually improve the quality of care provided at the in-home daycare.
  • Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending workshops, training sessions, and conferences related to early childhood education and care .
  • Organized nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary requirements, supporting healthy eating habits for all children.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Promoted social skills among children by facilitating group activities and encouraging cooperative play.
  • Maintained a safe and nurturing environment by adhering to health and safety guidelines, ensuring the well-being of each child.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
  • Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
  • Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.

Education

No Degree - Elementary Education

St Cloud State University
St Cloud, MN

No Degree - Education

Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN

Skills

  • Health and hygiene
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Maintaining records
  • Parent communication
  • First aid training
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Motor skills enhancement
  • Language development
  • Friendly and respectful
  • Time management
  • Caring and responsible
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Multitasking
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Safety awareness
  • Relationship building
  • Housekeeping
  • Stress tolerance
  • Self motivation
  • CPR certified

Timeline

Licensed In-Home Daycare Provider

Self-employeed
05.2010 - Current

No Degree - Elementary Education

St Cloud State University

No Degree - Education

Ridgewater College
Ashley Sommers