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Ashley Kidd

Mt. Pleasant

Summary

Professional childcare provider with strong background in supporting diverse age groups and creating engaging, safe environments. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with team members and adapt to changing needs. Skilled in communication, conflict resolution, and activity planning. Known for reliability and focus on achieving positive outcomes.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Hostess

Saltwater Cowboys
08.2023 - Current
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, ensuring the comfort of guests throughout their visit.
  • Provided patrons with estimated waiting times during peak service hours.
  • Minimized customer service complaints by expertly managing customer expectations during busy periods.

United Dance Association Staff

UDA
08.2023 - Current
  • Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
  • Participated in team-building activities to foster teamwork and collaboration.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on various projects, sharing knowledge and expertise while working together towards common objectives.
  • Set and worked towards ambitious goals with staff performance plans and regular check-in meetings.
  • Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.

Private Nanny

Private Family Client
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.

Sales Associate

Anthropologie
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Childcare Floater

Kids Unlimited
03.2020 - 03.2021
  • Encouraged healthy social development among students through group play, conflict resolution strategies, and modeling appropriate behaviors.
  • Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adapting instructional techniques as needed based on individual needs and abilities.
  • Contributed to a positive learning environment by consistently exhibiting patience, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions with children.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between activities by preparing materials in advance and efficiently managing time.
  • Supervised outdoor playtime to ensure the safety and well-being of all children while fostering physical development through active play.
  • Maintained a clean and safe classroom environment, adhering to strict health and safety guidelines at all times.
  • Enhanced children''s learning experience by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities into daily routines.
  • Assisted in the preparation and distribution of nutritious snacks and meals, promoting healthy eating habits among students.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.

Education

Psychology

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
05-2025

Skills

  • Effective multitasking
  • Exceptional communication
  • Patience and empathy
  • Customer service expertise
  • Detail-oriented
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Infant care
  • Friendly and respectful
  • Problem-solving

Timeline

Hostess

Saltwater Cowboys
08.2023 - Current

United Dance Association Staff

UDA
08.2023 - Current

Private Nanny

Private Family Client
08.2023 - 08.2024

Sales Associate

Anthropologie
02.2023 - 08.2023

Childcare Floater

Kids Unlimited
03.2020 - 03.2021

Psychology

College of Charleston
Ashley Kidd