Ashley Welbig
Dell Rapids
Summary
Experienced with creating and maintaining nurturing classroom environment. Utilizes effective communication and interactive activities to engage children. Knowledge of child development principles and classroom management techniques.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe classroom environment, reinforcing daycare safety protocols.
- Promoted early literacy skills through engaging storytime sessions.
- Improved communication with parents by implementing regular updates on student progress and behavior.
- Contributed to the creation of developmentally appropriate curriculum materials for various age groups within the daycare setting.
- Boosted classroom morale by fostering a positive, inclusive environment for all students.
- Supported the lead teacher in monitoring student behavior, enforcing rules, and addressing issues as they arose.
- Developed relationships with families, fostering open communication regarding child progress and concerns.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between daily routines by clearly communicating expectations to students and offering guidance as needed.
- Served as a reliable assistant teacher when needed, quickly adapting to various classroom environments and maintaining consistent expectations for student behavior.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Sanitized tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to help with serving food and monitoring the children. After lunchtime I helped with naptime.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Established positive relationships with the children and their families.
- I helped in the infant rooms sometimes with making bottles, changing diapers, putting the babies to sleep, and also with playing with them.
- I also helped in the other classrooms either with toilet training or diaper changing.
Special Needs Bus Aide
K & D BUSING,INC.
12.2020 - 12.2024
- Supervised students and maintained discipline on bus to reduce driver distraction.
- Communicated with bus driver to meet students' medical, physical and behavioral needs during transport.
- The bus driver usually operated the lift, but I secured the wheelchair to maximize student safety and stability.
- Placed special needs students in designated seats and fastened and secured seat belts before departure to reduce risk of injury.
- I partnered with the bus driver to load and unload special needs students and equipment for safe departure and arrival.
- Informed substitute and newly assigned drivers of routes and directions to maintain timely schedule.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies when needed, maintaining order and discipline during transportation periods.
- Assisted in training new Special Needs Bus Aides as needed, sharing knowledge and expertise about best practices in the role.
- Improved student safety by closely monitoring and assisting special needs students during bus rides.
- Developed strong relationships with special needs students and families.
- Provided timely assistance to students boarding or exiting the bus, reducing potential risks for accidents or injuries.
- Maintained a clean and organized bus environment, promoting a positive atmosphere for the students.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and incidents during transportation.
- Checked to make sure students boarded the correct bus, particularly for younger children.
- Maintained clean, tidy and obstruction-free bus interior.
- Calmed unruly students during bus rides and helped prevent repeated disruptions.
- Accompanied driver throughout assigned routes on each school day.
- Helped load and unload the students.
- Taught and modeled safe bus riding practices to the students.
Daycare Assistant
Busy Blessings Childcare and Preschool
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Improved children's language development with daily reading and storytelling sessions.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with co-workers to create a supportive and nurturing environment for all children.
- Monitored daily sign-in/sign-out logs for accurate attendance tracking, helping to maintain a secure and orderly facility.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Provided breakfast and lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serving the food.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Assisted with potty training and toilet hygiene, along with diaper changing.
- Helped to maintain clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel, and families.
- Offered assistance during field trips by supervising small groups of children during off-site outings.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Helped facilitate group play activities that promoted social interaction, teamwork, and problem-solving skills among children.
- Ensured compliance with state daycare regulations, maintaining high standard of care.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Contributed to positive parent-teacher relationships through effective communication and regular updates on children's' progress.
- Help the lead teacher with enhancing creativity among children with diverse arts and crafts projects.
- Supported children's emotional well-being by offering empathetic and patient care.
- Addressed behavioral concerns promptly by working closely with lead teachers and parents to implement corrective actions.
- Worked closely with the lead teacher in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
- Monitored children's progress and communicated effectively with parents about their child's development.
- Helped the lead teacher to manage classroom behavior with clear expectations and consistent reinforcement strategies, fostering a respectful atmosphere.
- Help with implementing daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage the children.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
- Restocked supplies and helped with cleaning up after meals.
- Provided support during naptime routines, ensuring a peaceful environment for restful sleep.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequent touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Helped pass out snacks to the children during snack time.
Daycare Assistant
Apple Tree Children's Center
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support the lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Helped at lunch time with cleaning up the kids after they got done eating.
- Then after lunch time I helped with putting the children to sleep by sitting next to them and rubbing their backs.
- Once naptime was over I helped supervise them either in the classroom or outside on the days that it was nice to go outside.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood
Purdue Global University
OnlineSkills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer/Organizational Skills
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Good at verbal communication
Certification
I am CPR & First Aid Certified.
On February 15th, 2025 I successfully completed two trainings online through Sanford Children's', they were called Be Intentional With Playful Planning and Introduction to the Early Learning Guidelines.
Extra Experience
I have extra experience working with children because I help babysit my newborn niece, my nephew, and sometimes my cousins who are all different ages.
During my High School year I also helped with babysitting my best friend's brother and sister.
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire
02.2025 - 03.2025
Special Needs Bus Aide
K & D BUSING,INC.
12.2020 - 12.2024
Daycare Assistant
Busy Blessings Childcare and Preschool
08.2017 - 08.2018
Daycare Assistant
Apple Tree Children's Center
05.2015 - 05.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood
Purdue Global University
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