Shelly Kemp

• Developed strong relationships with local dental practices, creating externship opportunities for students seeking hands-on experience.
• Managed administrative tasks such as grading papers, tracking attendance, updating records, and submitting reports promptly and accurately.
• Planned demonstrations for students to expand upon lecture topics.
• Facilitated peer mentoring program, encouraging experienced students to support their classmates'' academic success.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative teaching strategies and enhance the overall quality of instruction.
• Supported students in developing essential soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and critical thinking to succeed in the dental field.
• Maintained a well-organized and engaging classroom environment for optimal hands-on learning experiences.
• Spearheaded efforts within the department to increase community outreach programs focused on oral health education and prevention.
• Enhanced student learning by incorporating dental technology and industry advancements into lectures.
• Monitored student growth and learning through hands-on activities and exams.
• Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
• Delivered comprehensive instruction on dental assisting techniques, contributing to students'' professional growth.
• Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
• Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.

• Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
• Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
• Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
• Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
• Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
• Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
• Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
• Managed front desk duties, including greeting patients, handling phone calls, and maintaining communication between staff members.
• Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
• Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
• Maintained a positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in a fast-paced clinical setting, leading to a more pleasant experience for both staff and patients alike.
• Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
• Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
• Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
• Assisted dentists in performing complex procedures, resulting in successful treatment outcomes for patients.
• Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns and answering questions professionally and empathetically.
• Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
• Reduced patient wait times by maintaining organized patient records and scheduling appointments effectively.
• Ensured compliance with infection control protocols, contributing to a safe and clean work environment.
• Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
• Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.

• 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.

Planned infant toddler educational activities on a daily basis'

Monitored room arrangements and schedules

Promoted infant toddler security and attachment through immediate caring and response

• Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
• Nurtured creativity in students by incorporating arts and crafts into curriculum, showcasing their talents.
• Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities that encouraged collaboration and communication.
• Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
• Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.

• Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
• Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
• Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
• Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
• Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
• Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.

• 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.
• Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for Number procedures daily.
• 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.
• Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
• Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.