Leslie Rutherford
Lebanon,OH
Summary
Enthusiastic and empathetic professional transitioning from 8 years in teaching to pursuing a Patient Representative career. Strong interpersonal and communication skills honed through experience in education, facilitating effective patient interactions and advocacy. Proficient in patient education and support, adept at explaining complex information in a clear and understandable manner. Skilled in problem-solving and conflict resolution to ensure positive patient experiences. Committed to delivering compassionate care and fostering a supportive environment for patients and their families. Eager to leverage teaching expertise to contribute to healthcare teams and uphold the highest standards of patient satisfaction
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
Montessori Kids Universe
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education best practices.
- Provided guidance on appropriate behavior and discipline methods in the classroom setting
- Attended staff meetings regularly to stay informed of new policies or procedures
Camp Teacher
King of Kings Preschool and Kindergarten
01.2017 - 08.2023
Advance Pre-K Teacher's Aide/ Lead Teacher
Lebanon Christian Academy
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided assistance to APK Teacher
- Worked with children in small groups
- Documented children's assessments on growth and development
Lead Teacher, Kinder-ready & Kindergarten
King of Kings Preschool and Kindergarten
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented curriculum across science, music, and specials
- Assisted other teachers across curriculums
- Worked with families to build relationships and support to best help students
Bible School Teacher
King of Kings Preschool and Kindergarten
01.2010 - 06.2023
Assistant Teacher, Floater
King of Kings Preschool and Kindergarten
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Assisted with teaching across all curriculum, teaching, and classrooms
- Worked across families to provide support
Assistant Teacher, Primary
King of Kings Preschool and Kindergarten
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted with teaching across all curriculum, providing direct teaching in one classroom
- Worked with families to provide assistance and support for students
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
University of Cincinnati
High School Diploma -
Hillsboro High School
Hillsboro01.2000
Skills
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with children, families, and healthcare professionals
- Active Listening: Skilled in listening attentively to people to understand their needs and provide appropriate support
- Problem-Solving: Capacity to assess situations, identify issues, and implement effective solutions to address inquiries or concerns
- Customer Service: Experience in delivering high-quality customer service, ensuring satisfaction, and handling complaints professionally
- Organization: Strong organizational skills to manage patient records, schedules, and administrative tasks efficiently
- Teamwork: Ability to collaborate with healthcare teams, including nurses, doctors, and administrative staff, to coordinate patient care effectively
- Conflict Resolution: Skilled in resolving conflicts and managing difficult situations calmly and professionally
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Certification
- Ohio Child Care Resource and Referral Association (OCCRRA) Career Pathways Level 2 Certified
- Adult, Child, Infant, Pediatric CPR/AED Certified
- First Aid/CPR
- Completed all CDA coursework. In the process of receiving CDA certification.
Accomplishments
Over 300 hours of professional development, including cultural healing and trauma-informed responses
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
Montessori Kids Universe
08.2023 - 11.2023
Advance Pre-K Teacher's Aide/ Lead Teacher
Lebanon Christian Academy
04.2023 - 06.2023
Lead Teacher, Kinder-ready & Kindergarten
King of Kings Preschool and Kindergarten
08.2022 - 06.2023
Assistant Teacher, Floater
King of Kings Preschool and Kindergarten
01.2020 - 01.2022
Camp Teacher
King of Kings Preschool and Kindergarten
01.2017 - 08.2023
Assistant Teacher, Primary
King of Kings Preschool and Kindergarten
01.2017 - 01.2019
Bible School Teacher
King of Kings Preschool and Kindergarten
01.2010 - 06.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
University of Cincinnati
High School Diploma -
Hillsboro High School
- Ohio Child Care Resource and Referral Association (OCCRRA) Career Pathways Level 2 Certified
- Adult, Child, Infant, Pediatric CPR/AED Certified
- First Aid/CPR
- Completed all CDA coursework. In the process of receiving CDA certification.
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