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Ashley McDevitt

Sunbury,VIC

Summary

Organised Educator commended for fostering light and playful learning environments. Familiar with behavioral and educational issues and successful ways to address concerns. Manages classrooms according to standards and encourages continuous at-home progress with parental support. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educator

Aussie Kindies
Sunbury, VIC
02.2024 - Current
  • Promoted effective communication between staff members by participating actively in team meetings.
  • Maintained a clean classroom environment ensuring toys are sanitized regularly.
  • Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
  • Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
  • Maintained accurate records of each child's progress including daily observations and anecdotal notes.
  • Collaborated with parents in order to discuss their child's progress or any concerns they may have had regarding their child's development or behavior.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
  • Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods.
  • Designed and modified the classroom layout to create an accessible and interactive learning space.
  • Organized and led outdoor activities that promoted physical health and well-being.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Facilitated a safe and nurturing environment conducive to early childhood learning and exploration.
  • Utilized a variety of teaching methods including play, storytelling, and creative arts to stimulate children's cognitive and social development.
  • Observed children to record development.

Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse/Learning Support for Additional Needs Early Years Educator

Dumfries and Galloway Council
Stranraer, Scotland, United Kingdom
08.2020 - 11.2023
  • Promoted effective communication between staff members by participating actively in team meetings.
  • Observed children to record development.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
  • 1-1 support for children with additional needs
  • Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Applied early childhood education theories and practices to assess learning materials and curriculum effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Facilitated a safe and nurturing environment conducive to early childhood learning and exploration.
  • Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement and constructive feedback to promote a respectful learning environment.
  • Encouraged independence in the classroom by providing appropriate levels of support and guidance.

Office Assistant

Family
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
  • Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
  • Greeted visitors, determined their needs and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
  • Organized office operations and procedures, such as managing calendars, scheduling appointments, preparing reports and maintaining records.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel to track expenses and other financial data related to the office budget.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
  • Provided customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
  • Ordered office supplies and managed inventory to ensure a well-stocked office.

Hair Salon Owner

Self
Scotland, United Kingdom
01.2009 - 01.2020
  • I demonstrated strong customer service and business acumen as a self-employed hairstylist and salon owner during this time
  • I managed a thriving clientele in a fast-paced environment, effectively handling appointments, phone inquiries, and client rapport to ensure a positive and personalized experience for all.
  • Provided customer service and addressed customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Performed hairstyling services such as coloring, cutting, shampooing, conditioning and styling hair.
  • Organized inventory system for tracking product sales and restocking shelves accordingly.
  • Developed unique hair styling techniques for customers to create a personalized look.
  • Maintained professional relationships with vendors such as suppliers or contractors for business-related needs.
  • Managed daily operations of the salon, including scheduling appointments, maintaining records, and ordering supplies.

Education

Qualification - Early Childhood Education

Diploma Educator
08-2021

Childhood Practice Level 7 -

Dumfries and Galloway College
05.2020

SVQ 2 - Hairdressing -

Dumfries and Galloway College
06.2007

Douglas Ewart High School
08.2004

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Empathy
  • Hardworking
  • Reliability
  • Attention to detail
  • Self-awareness
  • Teamwork
  • Organizational skills
  • Activity planning
  • Communication skills
  • Child's CPR certified
  • Classroom Organization
  • Child Safety Procedures
  • Play-Based Learning
  • Activity Planning
  • Calm and patient
  • Effective listening

Certification

  • HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - 04/02/2025
  • HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support - 04/02/2027
  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid - 04/02/2027
  • HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting - 04/02/2027

Accomplishments

  • Child Protection - 02/01/2020
  • Sign Language for Beginners - 02/01/2020
  • Introduction to Child Psychology Diploma - 07/01/2020
  • Level 3 Child Psychology Diploma - 07/01/2020
  • Mental Wellbeing in Children and Young People Certificate - 07/01/2020
  • Autism Awareness Diploma - 07/01/2020
  • Attachment in Early Years - 07/01/2020

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 06/16/1987

References

  • Emma Davies, Assistant Manager, 0402760212
  • Coleen Lowe, ECT 0436370785
  • Susan Boland, Lecturer at Dumfries and Galloway College (Stranraer Campus), 01776 706633, Boland@dumgal.co.uk
  • Lynne McCann, Primary Teacher, 01776 704032, gw08mccannlynne01@ea.dumgal.sch.uk
  • Karen Newell, Nursery Manager, 07756126195, gw08newellkaren@ea.dumgal.sch.uk
  • Eilidh Paisley, Nursery Manager, 07805891454, gw08officeraphad@ea.dumgal.sch.uk
  • Kimberley McDowall, Senior Nursery Practitioner, 07595773172, gw08officebelmont@ea.dumgal.sch.uk

Timeline

Educator

Aussie Kindies
02.2024 - Current

Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse/Learning Support for Additional Needs Early Years Educator

Dumfries and Galloway Council
08.2020 - 11.2023

Office Assistant

Family
01.2018 - 01.2022

Hair Salon Owner

Self
01.2009 - 01.2020

Qualification - Early Childhood Education

Diploma Educator

Childhood Practice Level 7 -

Dumfries and Galloway College

SVQ 2 - Hairdressing -

Dumfries and Galloway College

Douglas Ewart High School

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