Michelle Turcotte

Work History

La Petite École Vision

Chicoutimi, QC

08.2019 - Current

English second language educator to French primary language pre-school aged children in preparation for english primary school education
Sole educator working independently with class of 11 children
Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters by delivering high quality hands on learning activities
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
Implemented "whole child" pedagogical approach including but not limited to: sense of self, social development/awareness, problem solving, personal responsibility, environmental influence etc.
Develop lesson plans utilizing pedagogical toolbox to deliver literacy, music, creation, expression in coordination with scaffolding of knowledge, cognitive conflict, questioning, exploration, motor skills etc.
Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
3 yearly evaluations of students followed with in depth parent teacher meetings to develop strategies in overcoming difficulties and to further enhance strengths
Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.

Military Family Resource Center

Alouette, QC

01.2018 - 10.2019

Childcare provider in 3 programs : before / after school care, Pre-school educator, Respite childcare provider
Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
Planned and managed learning-focused, imaginative and play-oriented activities for children.
Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.

Dr. Wendy Graham

North Bay, ON

07.2016 - 09.2017

Interview patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs, evaluate patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Assess patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
EMR to track patient status, treatments and outcomes while maintaining complete data confidentiality in compliance with privacy regulations.
Monitor patients, evaluate results and recommend further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
Demonstrate knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
Provide counseling to patients and families and refer patients to other treatment facilities.
Office administration and data input, billing, filing, fielding phone calls, office supply management etc.

Embassy Of Canada - Washington, DC

Colorado Springs, Colorado

09.2011 - 09.2013

Canadian Forces Support Unit - Peterson Air Force Base NORAD
Various responsibilities outside of role to include but not limited to finance proposals, travel claims management, building management/maintenance
DRML finance program certification
Solely responsible for 20,000$ revolving budget
Procurement of goods and services for CFSU
Coordination / support of Forces members relocation, household freight, and PMV
Liaison between shipping providers, freight drivers, Forces members, and Brookfield service provider
Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily and weekly routes.
Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products.
Inventory management on site and in coordination with off site materials suppliers
Support liaison to Canadian Forces NORAD commander and staff in regard to goods and services locally and internationally

Pikes Peak Urology Clinic

Colorado Springs, Colorado

06.2005 - 09.2011

Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies, obtained and documented vital signs
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Completed clinical procedures independently and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Collect, process, and prepare specimens for laboratory testing
Prepared equipment and procedure rooms following sterile protocol
Clean, sanitize, and sterilize instruments and medical equipment
Acted as surgical assistant in minor surgical and lazer procedures
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
Office administration, answering phones, filing, billing, insurance coordination, appointment setting, referrals, prescriptions, communication incoming and outgoing
Dashboard, Excel, Word, EMR, Universal Billing etc.