Kristen Robillard

Attleboro,MA

Summary

Dynamic preschool teacher with expertise in early childhood education at Willow Path Childcare, fostering child development through innovative lesson planning and positive reinforcement. Skilled in classroom management and parent-teacher communication, I enhanced student engagement and social skills, creating a nurturing environment that supported diverse learning needs.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Preschool Teacher

Willow Path Childcare

02.2007 - Current

Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Assisted and supervised Number children through entire school day.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
Assisted in the assessment of each student''s abilities, tailoring instruction to meet individual needs and learning styles.
Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Increased parent involvement by effectively communicating with families about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and student progress reports.
Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom setting without sacrificing overall quality of education provided to all students.
Contributed to the successful implementation of school-wide initiatives by collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development, professional development, and other projects.
Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills with specially designed activities and games.
Promoted physical health through organized outdoor play and activities, supporting overall well-being.
Developed diverse curriculum to cater to different learning styles, improving educational outcomes.
Utilized positive reinforcement to manage classroom behavior, creating supportive learning environment.
Engaged with community by organizing visits from local professionals, broadening students' understanding of different careers.

Dental Assistant

Dr. Lindsay Brislin

09.2005 - 02.2007

Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
Reduced appointment cancellations by implementing reminder calls and text messaging services, resulting in improved scheduling efficiency.
Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
Collaborated with the dental team to develop customized treatment plans for individual patients.
Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
Increased office efficiency by maintaining patient records with up-to-date information.
Enhanced team productivity by providing timely assistance during complex dental procedures.
Improved patient care with meticulous attention to instrument sterilization and preparation.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of dental office, creating welcoming atmosphere for patients.
Collaborated with dental team to develop treatment plans, ensuring patient needs were met comprehensively.
Assisted in emergency dental procedures, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
Streamlined digital x-ray processing, reducing wait time for diagnosis and treatment planning.
Conducted inventory management to maintain essential supplies, avoiding procedural delays.
Assisted in dental radiography, ensuring safety and accuracy for diagnostic purposes.
Contributed to clinic's reputation for excellence by consistently receiving positive patient feedback.
Prepared treatment areas for patient care, ensuring sterile and organized environment.

Education

Certified Teacher - Early Childhood Care And Education

Bunker Hill Community College

Charlestown, MA

05.2001

Skills

Classroom management
Classroom organization
Child development
Positive reinforcement
Parent-teacher communication
Lesson planning
Early childhood education
Group and individual instruction
Activity planning
Curriculum planning
Training in food handling preparation
Social skills development

Age-appropriate assessment
Adept at working with special needs children
Special needs support
Conflict resolution techniques
Daycare management
Child development expertise
Schedule creation and maintenance
Student records management
Supply management
Performance improvement
Behavior management
Parent communication

Certification

Lead teacher certification

Dental assistant certification

Reiki healer certification

Timeline