Kevin Guillemette
Summary
Organized and detail-oriented researcher and teacher, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team values and priorities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education / Substitute Teacher
Kelly Education
10.2023 - Current
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Science Teacher (Long Term Substitute)
Academy Of Aerospace & Engineering (MS)
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, providing students with individualized feedback and support.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure improvement in scientific critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
Assistant Teacher (Special Education)
Solterra Academy
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Organization of classroom to fit needs of current class; Maintaining order & replenishing supplies
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Kept physical and digital records of student progress for teachers and parents, recording details on behavior, grades, comprehension, and social skills.
- Worked with teacher and therapists to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Visitor Experience Associate
Connecticut Science Center
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Greeted customers, maximized safety, and offered information and assistance within exhibit spaces for increased customer satisfaction.
- Worked varied hours at the Ticketing counter & Gift Shop to meet seasonal/event needs around Membership/Sales.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.
- Managed customer relations through communication and helpful interactions.
- Contributed to generating ideas during monthly meetings on the Sustainability Committee
Assistant Teacher
High Road School of Hartford High
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Certified in TACT2 behavioral management techniques
- Prevention / de-escalation of emotional dysregulation crisis using verbal interventions, physical restraints, & counseling responses to prioritize safety & security
- Behavioral data tracking via assessment along criteria of FULLBLOOM's CASE model (Considerate, Accountable, Safe, Engaged)
- Conducting 1:1 or small group activities by coalescing given materials/objectives with an individualized approach to maximize attention, engagement, & motivation across subject areas
- Maintaining organization of classroom property & privacy/ integrity of student information.
Event Coordinator
India China Institute
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted the Deputy Director of the research institute with planning an international conference, panel discussions, and workshops.
- Utilized software systems for university-affiliated catering, space reservations, and travel/accommodation requests.
- Tracked event spending on Excel
- Effective communication outreach via e-newsletters; managed Mailchimp subscribers.
- Provided supervisor with Tier 1 software troubleshooting support.
- Assisted with resolving incomplete customer requests.
- Compiled training documents for coworkers.
- Provided feedback and presented recommendations to optimize program efficiency.
Univ. Assistant
Central Connecticut State University
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Administrative duties in the Dept
- Of Academic Affairs (Provost Office)
- Communications and event coordination
- Assisted in planning and presenting formal and informal training/workshops.
- Digitized files/records and organized meeting materials
- Delivered interdepartmental mail.
- Assisted with drafting emails and proofreading documents.
- Set up rooms for meetings and events hosted by Academic Affairs.
Peer Advisor/Summer Intern
Arts & Sciences Advising Place (College of Liberal Arts & Social Science, CCSU)
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Reviewed transcripts, advised incoming and transfer student transcripts for proper credit allocation using DegreeWorks
- Contributed to university networking events and presentations.
- Student-Faculty Liaison during Freshman & Transfer Orientation Days.
- Trained Peer Advisors.
Peer Tutor
The Learning Center (CCSU)
01.2016 - 04.2017
- Completed CRLA training (Level 1).
- Guided students in learning statistical research methodology and APA-compliant writing, both in-class (supervised & group-oriented) and independently during “office hours”
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
The New School
New York, NYB.A. Psychology -
Central CT State Univ.
New Britain, CT05.2017
Skills
- Writing / Editing / Proofreading
- Research & Data Entry
- Tutoring / Advising / Mentoring
- Event Planning & Administration
- Classroom Management & Motivation
- Individual Education Plans IEPs & Behavior Intervention Plans
Certification
- Justice Today: Money, Markets, and Morals - HarvardX (08/2022)
- PredictionX: Omens, Oracles, and Prophecies - HarvardX (08/2022)
Awards
- Secretary of CCSU Chapter Psi Chi National Honor Society (05/2016 - 05/2017)
- Outstanding Research Award, CCSU Dept. Psych Science Honors Night presented by Dr. DiPlacido (05/2017)
Affiliations
- Psi Chi National Honor Society
Timeline
Science Teacher (Long Term Substitute)
Academy Of Aerospace & Engineering (MS)
01.2024 - 05.2024
Special Education / Substitute Teacher
Kelly Education
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Teacher (Special Education)
Solterra Academy
10.2023 - 12.2023
Visitor Experience Associate
Connecticut Science Center
11.2022 - 08.2023
Assistant Teacher
High Road School of Hartford High
01.2022 - 06.2022
Event Coordinator
India China Institute
07.2019 - 03.2020
Univ. Assistant
Central Connecticut State University
03.2018 - 01.2019
Peer Advisor/Summer Intern
Arts & Sciences Advising Place (College of Liberal Arts & Social Science, CCSU)
05.2016 - 08.2017
Peer Tutor
The Learning Center (CCSU)
01.2016 - 04.2017
Master of Arts - Psychology
The New School
B.A. Psychology -
Central CT State Univ.
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