Ashlyn Powell
Minneapolis
Summary
Demonstrated ability to create engaging learning environments for young children through hands-on activities with educational materials. Actively participated in team discussions to monitor and enhance each child's developmental progress while ensuring their safety during play. Established consistent routines that improved behavior management and supported smooth transitions between activities. Collaborated effectively with staff to maintain a clean and safe classroom environment, while also managing meal preparation and record-keeping tasks.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare Assistant
Jrs Academy Early Learning Center
Mankato
03.2023 - 06.2025
- Created stimulating learning opportunities through hands-on experience with educational toys and materials.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress of each child's learning objectives.
- Ensured safety of the children by monitoring their play areas and activities throughout the day.
- Established routines that provided consistency for young learners resulting in better behavior management skills.
- Assisted in leading and organizing activities for children such as arts, crafts, games and reading stories.
- Administered basic first aid when necessary while notifying parents or guardians immediately.
- Worked collaboratively with other staff members to ensure a safe environment for all students.
- Assisted teachers during transitions between activities ensuring smooth transitions without disruption or confusion.
- Maintained classroom cleanliness by tidying up toys, wiping down surfaces and vacuuming rugs.
- Motivated children to participate in various tasks encouraging them to be independent thinkers while having fun at the same time.
- Helped with mealtime preparation and cleanup including serving food, setting tables, washing dishes.
- Kept accurate records of attendance, meals served, nap times and other important information related to childcare.
- Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
Education
High School Diploma -
Virginia Secondary
Virginia, MN05-2022
Skills
- Child development
- Safety monitoring
- First aid administration
- Activity planning
- Classroom organization
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Meal preparation
- Record keeping
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Independence encouragement
- Special needs care
- Safety and supervision
- Social development
- Early education
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- CPR training
Certification
- CPR certification
Timeline
Daycare Assistant
Jrs Academy Early Learning Center
03.2023 - 06.2025
High School Diploma -
Virginia Secondary