Ainsley Knighton
Harrisonburg
Summary
Reliable childcare professional with strong skills in behavior management and conflict resolution. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment and ensuring children's well-being through structured routines and engaging activities.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter/In-Home Nanny
Shane And Beth Halley
Harrisonburg, VA
06.2026 - Current
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement throughout playtime.
- Prepared meals and snacks, catering to dietary needs and preferences.
- Assisted with prep school work, fostering a supportive learning environment for academic success.
- Implemented daily routines, promoting structure and consistency for children's well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in play areas, contributing to a safe environment.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Developed creative play ideas, enhancing children's social skills and imagination.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
Summer Camp Group Leader
Madison County Parks and Recreation
Madison, VA
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Facilitated daily activities and recreational programs for diverse groups of campers.
- Worked with 13 children at once, age groups ranging from 4 years old to 12 years old.
- Supervised camper safety and well-being during outdoor activities and events.
- Coordinated logistics for field trips, ensuring timely transportation and effective communication with families.
- Provided mentorship to junior counselors, enhancing team dynamics and performance.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to maintain positive group interactions among campers.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Managed daily operations of camp programs, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining participant engagement throughout the day.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to develop creative solutions for behavioral issues, resulting in improved camper conduct.
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement.
- Communicated with families to keep parents informed on child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05.2028
Skills
- Child supervision
- Child Development Understanding
- Behavior management
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Reliability and punctuality
- Strong work ethic
- Professionalism and discretion
- Conflict resolution
- Patience and empathy
Certification
- CPR, AED, and First Aid Training
- Child Abuse and Neglect: Recognizing, Reporting and Responding for Educators
- Cultural Competency Training
Timeline
Babysitter/In-Home Nanny
Shane And Beth Halley
06.2026 - Current
Summer Camp Group Leader
Madison County Parks and Recreation
05.2023 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
James Madison University