Kemiyah Wilkerson
Remington,VA
Summary
Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues with over 4 years expericence.
also specialize in being a highly skilled Driven Dental Assistant successful at building relationships with patients and colleagues. Offers expertise in patient care and education to support optimal oral health outcomes. Attentive and prepared professional dedicated to practice growth and stability.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Everbrook Academy, Learning Care Group
Gainesville, VA
02.2021 - 05.2024
- Assisted in planning, implementing and supervising age-appropriate activities for children ages 0 to 6.
- Created a safe, clean and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Provided positive guidance to help children develop socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively.
- Instructed students on basic life skills such as proper hygiene and self-care.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects, imaginative play and music activities.
- Developed lesson plans based on the needs of each student while adhering to state curriculum standards.
- Communicated with parents regarding their child's progress throughout the school year.
- Supervised outdoor activities such as sports, playground games and field trips.
- Maintained classroom order by enforcing rules set by administration staff.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss individual student progress.
- Monitored student behavior both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners.
- Assessed student performance using a variety of formal and informal methods.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted learning objectives.
- Adapted teaching methods according to individual student learning styles.
- Managed classroom supplies inventory ensuring adequate materials are available at all times.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations related to food handling, sanitation, fire prevention.
- Kept up-to-date records of students' attendance, behavior and academic progress.
- Utilized educational software and technology to enhance learning experiences.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Escorted children on outings and trips to promote enrichment and maintain safety.
- Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with early childhood education practices.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans that promote physical, mental, and social development.
- Guided children in developing essential life skills, such as independence and problem-solving.
- Conducted observations and assessments of children's progress and reported findings to parents and guardians.
- Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
- Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Observed children to record development.
- Provided on-the-job training to new employees in accordance with company standards.
- Performed administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and document preparation.
- Resolved customer complaints by communicating effectively with all stakeholders.
- Resolved customer issues efficiently to build loyalty.
- Enhanced leadership abilities through training and hands-on task completion.
- Supported staff training, development and evaluation.
- Shadowed managers to gain understanding of organizational expectations and management techniques.
- Assisted with the development of new policies and procedures for daily operations.
Dental Assistant
Sporting Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics
Gainesville, VA
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Ensure that patients are comfortable in the dental chair.
- Prepare patients and the work area for treatments and procedures.
- Sterilize dental instruments.
- Dry patients' mouths using suction hoses and other equipment.
- Instruct patients in proper oral hygiene.
- Provided excellent customer service in the dental office.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure that all relevant information was available for the doctor's review.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Documented patient records with procedures performed and added notes taken to charts.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Established clean, sterile and welcoming environment for patients.
- Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
Assistant Teacher
Minnieland Academy
Gainesville, VA
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted with classroom activities and lessons.
- Responsible for creating an inclusive classroom environment.
- Monitored student progress.
- Facilitated parent contact.
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Supervised small group activities.
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
- Encouraged positive behavior with rewards and incentives.
- Facilitated communication between families and school personnel about issues relating to students' academic progress.
- Promoted a cooperative learning environment that encourages collaboration among students.
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
- Created calm and disciplined classroom environment to improve student focus.
- Arranged age-appropriate activities to help children develop interests and talents.
- Communicated regularly with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding student progress and needs.
Education
Dental Assistant -
Advanced Dental Assistant Training School
Gainesville, VA10.2021
High school diploma -
Liberty High School
Bealeton05.2019
Skills
- Childcare
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Management
- Toddler Care
- Special Education
- Teaching
- Experience with Children
- Classroom Experience
- Curriculum Development
- Experience Working With Students
- Autism Experience
- Babysitting
- Dental Assisting
- Care plans
- Customer service
- Teamwork
- Work ethic
- Communication skills
- Creativity
- Problem solving
- Working with people with autism
- Data collection
- Training & development
- Lesson planning
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Sales
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- VA Teaching Certification with Early Childhood Education endorsement
- Dental Hygiene
- Patient Services
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- Office Management
- Exam room setups
- Infection control procedures
- X-Ray Processing
- Sterilization techniques
- First Aid Training
- Relationship Building
- Professional Demeanor
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Office Administration
- Employee communication
- Equipment Sterilization
Certification
- CPR Certified
- X-Ray Certified
- First Aide Certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Sporting Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics
10.2022 - 01.2023
Teacher
Everbrook Academy, Learning Care Group
02.2021 - 05.2024
Assistant Teacher
Minnieland Academy
10.2019 - 01.2021
- CPR Certified
- X-Ray Certified
- First Aide Certified
Dental Assistant -
Advanced Dental Assistant Training School
High school diploma -
Liberty High School
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