Dawn M Phipps
Uxbridge,MA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience at Joyful Sounds Daycare/Preschool, adept in curriculum planning and parent-teacher communication. Excelled in creating nurturing environments, fostering creativity among toddlers, and enhancing language skills. Proven ability in observation, assessment, and maintaining high safety standards. Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and excellence in emergency medical and beautician assistant roles.
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Developed skills in creating structured yet flexible classroom environments that foster growth and learning. Expertise in engaging young children through interactive and educational activities, focusing on individual needs. Seeking to transition to new field, leveraging strong communication and organizational abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Toddler Teacher
Joyful Sounds Daycare/Preschool
02.2019 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
- Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Beautician Assistant
Creative Images Hair Salon
03.2016 - 03.2020
- Supported senior beauticians in performing various treatments, ensuring client comfort and satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic work environment by regularly sanitizing tools, equipment, and workstations.
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute promotional events, attracting new clients and boosting salon visibility.
- Reduced wait times for clients by promptly preparing treatment rooms between appointments.
- Received positive feedback from clients for attentiveness and professionalism during their salon visits.
- Assisted in inventory management, monitoring stock levels, and placing orders for necessary supplies.
- Played a key role in maintaining a welcoming atmosphere within the salon by greeting all clients warmly upon arrival.
- Achieved seamless communication between team members with timely updates on appointment schedules or any changes.
Emergency Medical Technician
Community EMS
08.2008 - 03.2016
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
Education
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician
Blackstone Valley EMS
Uxbridge, MAHigh School Diploma -
Norfolk County Agricultural High School
Walpole, MANo Degree - Teaching
Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA08-2024
Skills
- Observation and assessment
- Progress reporting
- Nutrition
- Circle time management
- Classroom organization
- Documentation and record keeping
- Parent-teacher communication
- Storytelling
- Curriculum planning
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Infant/Toddler Care Credential – Zero to Three or other recognized institutions.
- CPR/AED Certification
- MA Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Toddler Teacher
Joyful Sounds Daycare/Preschool
02.2019 - Current
Beautician Assistant
Creative Images Hair Salon
03.2016 - 03.2020
Emergency Medical Technician
Community EMS
08.2008 - 03.2016
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Infant/Toddler Care Credential – Zero to Three or other recognized institutions.
- CPR/AED Certification
- MA Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician
Blackstone Valley EMS
High School Diploma -
Norfolk County Agricultural High School
No Degree - Teaching
Quinsigamond Community College
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