Ashley Olson

My family moved to Arizona the first week in October. I have a passion for working with children and helping them grow in all areas of development. I have over 20 years of experience working with children in different capacities.

Director of Education at Our Little Village Learning Center/ Little Blessings Daycare (2022-09 – Present)

Co-director of a large daycare center that serves 110 children ages 4 weeks old through 4th grade and 38 employees.

• Hired, onboarded, and trained staff
• Helped teachers with classroom set-up, curriculum, and classroom management
• Recruited, toured, and served as contact person for families
• Managed all scheduling
• Ensured staff received support and training to meet state regulations and professional goals

Lead Infant and Toddler Teacher at Little Blessings Daycare (2017-08 – 2022-09)

Cared for a group of ten 9-18 month olds with focus on all areas of development.

• Wrote and implemented age appropriate curriculum
• Provided age appropriate toys that supported curriculum theme
• Communicated with children's families and built partnerships
• Set up classroom as play-to-learn environment that was age appropriate, safe, and clean
• Followed center and state policies and guidelines In Home Daycare Provider at Zoo Crew (2011-07 – 2017-06)

Operated in-home daycare providing care for own children and up to 12 children ages 6 weeks-5 years old.

• Conducted crafts, sensory, outdoor play, and preschool activities
• Planned and served healthy balanced meals and snacks
• Built strong relationships with children and families

Social Worker Aide at State of South Dakota Department of Social Services (2006-06 – 2011-06)

Supported social workers with child transportation, supervision, and documentation.

• Transported children to and from family visits
• Supervised visits at office or in family's home
• Took children to various appointments
• Documented family visits with facts for court documents

BA in Child Development with a minor in Family Studies – Chadron State College (2005-05)

High School Diploma – Hill City High School (2001-05)