ASHBY BRENNER
Henrico
Summary
Dynamic and enthusiastic childcare provider with comprehensive knowledge in Child and Infant CPR/First Aid. Committed to fostering a nurturing environment that supports educational, recreational, and household needs for families. Expertly employs Positive Discipline methodologies to promote healthy development and positive behavior. Recognized for responsiveness, dependability, and vigilance, ensuring a safe and enriching experience for children.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
West End Pod
08.2022 - Current
- Prepared creative lessons for social-emotional development in age-appropriate manner
- Ensured safety and well-being of children
- Managed busy classroom environment, providing structure and stability required for successful learning in classroom
- Addressed basic interpersonal skills, such as sharing and using language to solve problems
- Maintained positive relationships with parents by providing helpful feedback
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Engaged students with specialized play and educational activities to boost learning
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
- Implemented positive discipline strategies to manage student behavior and build relationships
- Assisted and supervised 12 children through entire school day.
Asset Manager and IT Support
Virginia Department Of Medical Assistance Services
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Managed deployment and return of work stations
- Tested, installed, and troubleshot Microsoft Teams for agency
- Ensured location of all IT assets by leveraging AssetExplorer
- Facilitated and hosted meetings via WebEx and Zoom
- Used Active Directory server (AD) to facilitate process of onboarding new hires
- Utilized VITA's Keystone Edge to provide end user services by processing and closing IT tickets
- Ensured service tickets were in appropriate assignment groups and handled ticket delegation
- Managed Microsoft Volume Licensing to install various applications and confirm end user software licenses were valid
- Researched, obtained and submitted quotes for all departmental purchase requisitions to support agency infrastructure
- Maintained knowledge of Virginia state procurement laws
- Ensured that IT purchases met requirements for SWaM vendors and micro-businesses
- Utilized web-based application Nintex k2 to submit purchase requisitions and onboard new hires
- Troubleshot software issues for multiple applications, including Adobe and Microsoft products
- Managed printer access and troubleshooting on Papercut server
- Created and maintained positive vendor relationships
- Developed, updated and maintained database of existing software licenses
- Installed multiple different applications for end users including SAS, SQL, Teradata, TOAD, AdobePro and Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Project, Tableau, and Qlik
- Updated processes for workstation refresh to create efficiency and ease for end users
- Verified all equipment in conference rooms were functioning correctly
- Installed monitors, desk phones, and other peripherals
Crew Member/Section Leader
Trader Joe's
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Coordinated perishable product ordering to meet customer demand
- Merchandised cheese department with extreme attention to detail
- Collaborated with other senior leadership
- Trained employees on effective section management
- Communicated with customers in efficient and friendly manner
- Handled monetary transactions
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary
Lead Childcare Teacher
Weinstein JCC
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
- Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
- Designed and documented interactive learning environment for small children while adhering to strict NAEYC criteria
- Managed and directed assistance teacher
- Used technology to effectively communicate with parents
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills
Assistant Preschool/Childcare Teacher
Weinstein JCC
03.2013 - 06.2018
- Assisted the lead teacher with curriculum design and implementation Created visual documentation for parents
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom
Server
Glory Days Grill
08.2011 - 03.2016
- Created orders, documented special requests, and followed up with kitchen personnel to foster top-quality service and minimize complaints Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers
- Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers
- Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments from customers and made proper change for cash transactions
- Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags
- Greeted and maintained relationships with regular customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
J.R. Tucker Highschool
Henrico, VA06.2009
Skills
- Behavior management
- Bilingual in French
- Child development
- Social-emotional learning
- Child safety procedures
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Routine adherence
- CPR and First Aid Certified
Certification
CPR and First Aid
Languages
French
Interests
- Baking
- Cooking
- Food Tourism
- Avid Reader
- Crafting and DIY Projects
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
West End Pod
08.2022 - Current
Asset Manager and IT Support
Virginia Department Of Medical Assistance Services
07.2019 - 08.2022
Crew Member/Section Leader
Trader Joe's
05.2018 - 05.2019
Lead Childcare Teacher
Weinstein JCC
06.2016 - 06.2018
Assistant Preschool/Childcare Teacher
Weinstein JCC
03.2013 - 06.2018
Server
Glory Days Grill
08.2011 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
J.R. Tucker Highschool
Personal Information
Title: IT Professional