Dana Simms
Rothesay ,NB
Summary
Dedicate Preschool Teacher provides students with safe and nurturing learning environment. Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
True Life Church
09.2020 - 08.2023
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
Church Custodian
Kingsway Assembly ( Currently Way Point)
06.2013 - 12.2019
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Collaborated effectively with church staff to address specific facility needs, resulting in improved overall operations.
- Demonstrated professionalism while interacting with both staff members and visitors alike, always maintaining a respectful demeanor towards all religious practices observed within the building.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
Preschool & Afterschool Teacher Assistant
True Life Church
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Greeting Card Merchandiser
Designer Greetings Canada Inc.
09.2017 - 11.2018
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
- Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.
- Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
Medical Receptionist
Dr. Olushola Keripe
03.2017 - 04.2017
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Reduced no-shows by implementing appointment reminder system through phone calls or text messages.
- Assisted with medical coding and billing tasks.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Completed administrative patient intakes with case histories, insurance information and mandated forms.
- Greeted and interacted with patients to provide information, answer questions and assist with appointment scheduling.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Provided compassionate customer service, creating a welcoming atmosphere for patients and their families.
Support Attendant
Kingsway Care Center
10.2008 - 10.2009
- Provided assistance to nursing staff and Professional Care Attendants.
- Enhanced overall patient experience with a consistent record of maintaining clean and organized living spaces.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with daily tasks, enabling them to maintain their dignity and self-esteem.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Canadian Red Cross Babysitting Faciliator
Help Educational Services
10.2006 - 10.2007
- Developed and utilized lesson plans to create a fun and exciting learning environment for youth ages 11 and older, to become professional babysitters.
- Students were assisted in learning business basics through peer-to-peer interaction and hands-on activities.
- Youth were provided proper First Aid and emergency skills and given opportunities to demonstrate that which they learned.
- Certification was given upon completion of course.
Clerical Support
Salvation Army Grace General Hospital (Now Closed)
03.1994 - 12.1994
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
- Compiled and maintained daily data entry requirements
- Increased administrative efficiency by proactively managing inventory of office supplies and equipment.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Education
Early Childhood Care And Learning
New Brunswick Community College Saint John, NB
950 Grandview Ave, Saint John, NB E2J 4C509.2019
Medical Terminology Certificate
Cabot College
St. John's, NL12.1994
Business Education Program
Central Newfoundland Regional College
Grand Falls-Windsor, NL06.1993
High School Education
Dorset Collegiate
Pilley's Island, NL06.1991
Skills
- Data Entry Software
- Outgoing Mail Preparation
- Inventory Assessment
- Organizing and Categorizing
- Payment Processing
- Administrative Support
- Patient Charting
- Professional and mature
- Valid Driver's License
- 60 wpm Typing Speed
- Creative Thinking
- Compassionate and kind
Accomplishments
- Created monthly newsletters indicating classroom activities and success of implemented learning for each "Topic of Interest" selected by children.
- Organized monthly mailings for child developmental newsletters.
- Published a Non-fiction Novel in 2019 called "The Wounded"
Languages
English
Elementary
Certification
First Aid - Expiry Aug. 11th 2025
Writing
Being a creative person loves, to paint, draw, complete many crafting forms, it is no wonder that this roles over into the art of writing. I have written and published my first historical fiction novel in 2019. I am currently working on my next book. Writing is my outlet to imagine, to create scenarios of life's struggles, but to bring characters alive who overcome and inspire others to do the same.
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
True Life Church
09.2020 - 08.2023
Preschool & Afterschool Teacher Assistant
True Life Church
09.2017 - 09.2019
Greeting Card Merchandiser
Designer Greetings Canada Inc.
09.2017 - 11.2018
Medical Receptionist
Dr. Olushola Keripe
03.2017 - 04.2017
Church Custodian
Kingsway Assembly ( Currently Way Point)
06.2013 - 12.2019
Support Attendant
Kingsway Care Center
10.2008 - 10.2009
Canadian Red Cross Babysitting Faciliator
Help Educational Services
10.2006 - 10.2007
Clerical Support
Salvation Army Grace General Hospital (Now Closed)
03.1994 - 12.1994
Early Childhood Care And Learning
New Brunswick Community College Saint John, NB
Medical Terminology Certificate
Cabot College
Business Education Program
Central Newfoundland Regional College
High School Education
Dorset Collegiate
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