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Lindsey McDowell

Orange

Summary

Experienced with early childhood education, focusing on creating inclusive and stimulating learning environments. Utilizes creative teaching methods and behavioral management strategies to engage young learners. Knowledge of developmental milestones and effective communication with parents and colleagues. Ready to take on a new career.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

University Of Virginia, Dental Clinic
02.2022 - Current
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, safeguarding the health of patients and staff.
  • Expanded knowledge of dental techniques and advancements by attending continuing education courses, applying new learnings to daily practice.
  • Skillfully managed dental emergencies, stabilizing patients and coordinating appropriate follow-up care.

Certified Dental Assistant

Piedmont Regional Dental Clinic
08.2018 - 01.2022
  • Reduced dentist''s workload during procedures by anticipating their needs and having necessary instruments readily available.
  • Utilized advanced dental equipment proficiently, including intraoral cameras and digital radiography tools, to support comprehensive patient assessments.
  • Promoted a positive environment for patients and staff through effective communication and teamwork.
  • Increased patient retention by developing strong relationships and providing personalized care.

Early Childhood Educator

Haney-Ripley
11.2016 - 11.2018
  • Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
  • Mentored new educators, providing guidance on effective teaching approaches and classroom management techniques.
  • Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.

Early Childhood Educator

Madison Learning Center
06.2014 - 10.2016
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
  • Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.

Early Childhood Educator

Greene County Childcare Center
10.2012 - 03.2014
  • Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.

Education

Orange County High School
Orange, VA

Certificate - Dental Assisting

Germanna Community College
Locust Dale, VA
12-2018

Certification - Early Childhood Education

Piedmont VA Community College
Charlottesville, VA
03-2014

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Infection control proficiency
  • Patient care excellence
  • Dental radiography proficiency
  • Problem-solving
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Maintaining safety
  • Behavioral modeling

Timeline

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

University Of Virginia, Dental Clinic
02.2022 - Current

Certified Dental Assistant

Piedmont Regional Dental Clinic
08.2018 - 01.2022

Early Childhood Educator

Haney-Ripley
11.2016 - 11.2018

Early Childhood Educator

Madison Learning Center
06.2014 - 10.2016

Early Childhood Educator

Greene County Childcare Center
10.2012 - 03.2014

Orange County High School

Certificate - Dental Assisting

Germanna Community College

Certification - Early Childhood Education

Piedmont VA Community College