I’m Ashley. I am originally from Edmonton but this is my second year living in Kelowna to attend UBC Okanagan, and I’m excited to connect with a wonderful family here. I have over a year of experience providing respite care for children with special needs ages 0-14 and have worked as an Educational Assistant in an elementary school for an additional two years. I absolutely love working with kids and take pride in creating a fun, supportive, and safe environment where they can learn and grow. I’m known for being patient, kind, and reliable, and I’d love the opportunity to be a positive influence in your child’s life. Looking forward to meeting you!

I worked as an Educational Assistant for two years with young children who have special needs. My role involved working one-on-one with a grade three student with severe autism, who was pre-verbal, to help develop their communication, social, and academic skills. During this process, I became CPR certified, Parabytes Inclusive Learning certified, and Emergency Response certified. Additionally, I have been a babysitter for various families over the course of three years, caring for children of different ages and personalities. During this time, I gained experience in managing routines, preparing meals, organizing activities, and ensuring a safe and fun environment. Whether helping with homework, planning creative playtime, or handling bedtime routines, I loved building positive relationships with the kids and their families. This experience, combined with my background in working with special needs children, has made me confident in my ability to adapt to different family dynamics and provide thoughtful, reliable care.

I am currently attending UBCO to earn my bachelor's degree in education.