I am a Canadian who has spent the last 10 years in the US as an early childhood educator with extensive in home caregiving experience. I am seeking a long-term relationship with a wonderful family. I love music, art and theater and have spent time training or working in the performing arts spaces so I love to bring that experience into all work I do with children. My current area of focus is on Seurat and the possible applications of different texture techniques in digital art. If your kiddos like arts & crafts or singing & dancing, we'll get along well! I look forward to meeting you all!

Family Assistant/Nanny Jul 2011 - Present Freelance, Just Ask Ashli LLC Portland OR Jun 2023 - Present Short term contacts with multiple families for child care, household management & elder care Assists Family 1 (expecting mom & children ages 1.5, 5 & 8) with daily operations such as chauffeuring, meals & activity planning Collaborates with Family 1 to develop plans & curriculum for developmental transitions such as independent sleeping & social anxiety in public Assists Family 2 (11 year old & 88 year old with Parkinson’s) with daily operations, household systems & mobility support Hands on elder care support includes driving to appointments, gym safety supervision, meal preparation/service & occasional assistance with dressing/hygiene Assists Family 3 with household & small business administrative tasks virtually Includes customer service & invoice tracking for boutique organic produce company Miss Microgreens Full Time, HNW Household San Francisco CA Jan 2022-May 2023 Full-charge child care & household assistance for twin boys (age 6 months at contract start) Collaborate with household team on calendars, procedures & inventory management Frequent travel coordination including reservations, child care, packing & supply management Track milestones & plan developmentally appropriate activities to promote motor & communication skill acquisition Part Time, HNW Household Kailua HI Nov 2018 - Dec 2019 Provide active child/pet care, daily activity planning for a busy family with 2 children, ages 2 & 4 Safety supervision for water-based activities & outdoor adventures around the island Plan & facilitate activities that promote language & motor skill acquisition Source & teach Hawaiian history, language & culture curriculum Freelance, Urban Sitters Seattle WA & San Francisco CA Jul 2011 - Nov 2018 Caregiving & household coordination tasks on temporary or short-term contracts Full charge child care for over 60 families with children age ranging from newborns to teenagers Specialization in neurodivergent/special needs children including ADHD, Autism & Down’s Syndrome Drive children to activities & coordinate social events as well as academic extracurriculars Behavior Therapist Jan 2020 - Jun 2021 Part Time, Building Bridges Portland OR Jan 2021 - Jun 2021 Maintain HIPAA compliant Applied Behavioral Analysis data on caseload of 5 clients with Autism Provide interdisciplinary behavioral health instruction in alignment with clinical treatment plan Collaborate with other therapists & Board Certified Behavioral Analysts on intervention strategies On-site & off-site client supervision, focusing on life skill development according to their plans Maintain consistent & factual parent communication to keep them updated on client progress Maintain clinic inventory & cleanliness daily before & after client sessions Full Time, Hopeful Hands INC Seattle WA Jan 2020- Dec 2020 Act as Lead Behavior Therapist training a team of 5 for 3 weeks as the clinic prepares to open Draft & edit the standard operating procedures (SOP) manual for the in-clinic day program, a preschool-style ABA intervention group for children ages 2-4 with Autism Organize curriculum for the in-clinic day program & facilitate parent communication Translate clinic documents & parent meetings/communication into Spanish & French Implement activities that follow behavior intervention plans designed by the BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) Maintain clear & accurate data records for a client caseload of 15 according to reporting system & HIPAA standards Provide in-home life skills interventions for adult clients according to their plans & family notes Write curriculum for & facilitate the social skills education program, a biweekly teen support group Conservation Educator Apr 2018 - Dec 2019 Part Time, Honolulu Zoological Society Honolulu HI Collaborate with a team of 10 science educators on enjoyable educational zoo programming Develop & deliver science curriculum during youth programs to children ages 4-10 Collaborate with zookeepers to organize child-friendly lessons/excursions throughout the zoo Maintain high safety expectations for the children, animals & visiting public at all times Assist with evening programming such as “Twilight Tours” focusing on zoo history & conservation efforts globally Collaborate with other conservation & education programs on Oahu on-site & off-site Student Activities Coordinator May 2017 - Jan 2018 Full Time, Denman MS, YMCA Urban Services San Francisco CA Supervise the academic & extracurricular after school programming for 250+ students Manage a staff of 25 program assistants who create curriculum & supervise small groups Maintain effective communication & positive relationships with school day staff including counselors, teachers & administration Manage budget, reporting & coordinating with the Urban Services office & other programs Elementary School Teacher Aug 2014 - Jun 2019 Part Time, Waialae ES Honolulu HI Aug 2017- Jun 2019 Act as liaison for the special education department across kindergarten & 1st grade classes Support the lead Special Education teacher by rotating classrooms in opposition to their schedule Develop & implement IEP-driven lessons tailored to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities Work closely with general education teachers to support inclusive classroom environments & provide in-class modifications Utilize evidence-based interventions to address academic, behavioral, & social-emotional needs. Collect data to assess student progress, document growth, & adjust strategies to ensure students meet their IEP goals Ensure all special education documentation, including IEPs & progress reports, is completed accurately & in compliance with legal requirements. Provide positive guidance for all students including redirection & non-invasive behavior interventions Full Time, Mission Prep School, San Francisco CA Aug 2015 - May 2017 Teacher of Record for a class of 27 4th graders (including 5 IEP students) in an extended day college prep school Plan & implement engaging, standards-aligned lessons in core subjects to prepare students for academic success. Use data-driven instruction & varied teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs & learning styles Administer formative & summative assessments, analyze results, & provide actionable feedback to students & parents Establish a structured, positive, & culturally responsive learning environment that supports high expectations & student growth Maintain strong communication with families, participate in conferences, & foster partnerships that support student achievement Collaborate with colleagues, attend training sessions, & continuously refine instructional practices to align with the school’s mission Full Time, Sherman ES, San Francisco CA Aug 2014 - Aug 2015 Managed all K-5 technology classes with appropriate accommodations for an inclusive classroom Teach foundational digital literacy, coding, & responsible technology use to elementary students Design engaging, age-appropriate lessons that integrate technology with core academic subjects Maintain a structured learning environment while overseeing the use of computers, tablets, & other digital tools Educate students on safe internet practices, online etiquette, & ethical technology use Incorporate hands-on activities like robotics, multimedia projects, & problem-solving challenges Assist staff with integrating technology into their instruction & troubleshoot basic tech issues