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Tana Hjorth

Yankton,SD

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience as a Daycare Teacher at Calvary Kids Care, skilled in lesson planning and fostering emotional development. Proven ability to enhance children's learning experiences through creative activities and positive reinforcement, while maintaining a safe environment. Strong communicator and problem-solver, committed to supporting individual growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Daycare Teacher

Calvary Kids Care
Yankton, SD
08.2025 - Current
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's learning experiences.
  • Fostered a safe, engaging environment promoting social and emotional development.
  • Assisted in daily activities, encouraging creativity and exploration among children.
  • Monitored children's progress and communicated observations to parents and guardians.
  • Organized educational activities that aligned with developmental milestones and state guidelines.
  • Collaborated with team members to support individualized learning approaches for each child.

Dental Assistant

Ben Jensen Dental
Yankton, SD
11.2024 - 08.2025
  • Prepared and sterilized dental instruments for procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Assisted dentists during examinations and treatments, enhancing patient care and workflow efficiency.
  • Educated patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene practices to promote long-term health.
  • Managed patient records using digital systems, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient flow to minimize wait times and improve service delivery.
  • Developed patient follow-up processes to enhance satisfaction and encourage return visits for ongoing care.

Bank Teller

Dacotah Bank
Faulkton, SD
01.2022 - 06.2024
  • Processed customer transactions efficiently, ensuring accuracy in cash handling and account management.
  • Assisted customers with account inquiries and banking services, enhancing overall client satisfaction.
  • Maintained compliance with bank policies and regulatory requirements during daily operations.
  • Utilized banking software to manage transactions, deposits, and withdrawals effectively.

Education

Associate of Arts - Dental Assisting

Lake Area Technical Institute
Watertown, SD
05.2017

Skills

Time management

Child safety

Cleaning and sanitation

Lesson planning

Strong work ethic

Health and safety

Customer service

Problem-solving

Active listener

CPR and first aid

Friendly and likeable

Emotionally supportive

Approachable

Positive reinforcement

Decision-making

Social skills development

Activity planning

Curriculum planning

Classroom instruction

Behavior modeling

Efficient under pressure

Conflict resolution

Language skills

Timeline

Daycare Teacher

Calvary Kids Care
08.2025 - Current

Dental Assistant

Ben Jensen Dental
11.2024 - 08.2025

Bank Teller

Dacotah Bank
01.2022 - 06.2024

Associate of Arts - Dental Assisting

Lake Area Technical Institute
Tana Hjorth