Meshada Hinds
21 B Marshall Garden, Bridge Gap, St. Michael
Summary
Motivated aspiring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant
Lakewood Family Dental
Belleville, St. Michael
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Assisted in laboratory procedures such as mixing impression materials.
- Helped maintain inventory levels of all dental supplies used in day-to-day operations.
- Handled billing inquiries from insurance companies regarding claims submitted by the office.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Dental Assistant
Grace Family Dental
Bank Hall, St. Michael
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories.
- Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Conducted routine maintenance of equipment used in dentistry operations.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Handled billing inquiries from insurance companies regarding claims submitted by the office.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental examinations and procedures to boost efficiency and calm nervous patients.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
Camp Assistant
Camp Trident
West Terrace, St. James
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted in developing and implementing camp activities for children.
- Established a safe environment for participants by monitoring their behavior, enforcing rules and resolving conflicts.
- Supervised campers during outdoor activities, such as recess.
- Instructed campers on proper safety procedures when participating in recreational activities.
- Monitored camper's health and wellness throughout the duration of the camp session.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, medical forms and incident reports.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians of campers.
- Utilized effective communication skills to answer questions from parents and guardians about the program offerings.
- Provided support to counselors during special events or field trips.
- Facilitated group discussions among campers regarding topics related to camping experience.
- Organized supplies necessary for various activities including arts and crafts projects, sports equipment.
Nail Technician Assistant
Melissa Greenidge
Kay's House, Roebuck Street, St. Michael
12.2016 - 02.2017
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Assisted Nail Technicians in providing manicures, pedicures, and other nail treatments to clients.
- Sterilized and sanitized all tools and equipment used for nail services.
- Restocked supplies such as lotions, polishes, files, buffers and other implements.
- Performed basic duties such as cleaning the salon area and organizing inventory shelves.
- Provided assistance with booking appointments and taking payments from customers.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while providing services to clients.
- Followed up with clients post-service to ensure satisfaction levels were met.
- Maintained a professional demeanor at all times while interacting with clients.
- Suggested additional products or services based on client needs or preferences.
Assistant Administrative Secretary
Coleridge And Parry Secondary School
Ashton Hall, St. Peter
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Organized and maintained filing systems for confidential documents.
- Answered incoming calls and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
- Ordered office supplies as needed.
- Provided administrative support to management team members on an as-needed basis.
- Scanned documents into electronic files when needed.
- Inputted data into computer systems accurately and efficiently.
- Received and routed incoming calls and correspondence to promote timely communication.
Education
Bachelors of Education - Early Childhood Education
University of The West Indies
Cavehill, St. Michael01-2025
Associate of Arts - Law And Biology
Barbados Community College
Howell's Road, St. Michael01-2020
Coleridge And Parry Secondary School
Ashton Hall, St. Michael01-2016
Skills
- Clinical Support
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Classroom Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Procedure Support
- Inventory Management
- Dental Hygiene
- Patient Counseling
- Instrument preparation
- Equipment Sterilization
- Patient Services
- Oral X-Rays
- Patient Scheduling
- Appointment Scheduling
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft, Google Classroom and Zoom
- Behavior Management
- Learning Style Assessment
- Child Development
- Excellent classroom management
- Creative lesson planning
- Learning Strategies
- Critical Thinking
- Flexible and adaptive
Affiliations
- Church of The Nazarene Youth group (Floor Member)
- Volunteer for the School of Education.
Certification
- Certified Nail Technician
- Barbados Employers Confederation Workshop
Accomplishments
- Prefect and Senior Prefect
References
Name: Melissa Greenidge
Address: Pine Road, St. Michael
Occupation: Nail Technician
Contact Number: 833-7550
Name: Akowa Griffith
Address: Canewood, St. Michael
Occupation: Teacher
Contact Number: 824-2212
Qualifications Gained
CXC:
Mathematics 1 2015
English A 2 2015
English B 2 2016
Social Studies 2 2016
Biology 3 2016
Physics 3 2016
Information Technology 3 2016
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Lakewood Family Dental
11.2022 - 07.2023
Dental Assistant
Grace Family Dental
03.2021 - 07.2021
Camp Assistant
Camp Trident
07.2017 - 08.2017
Nail Technician Assistant
Melissa Greenidge
12.2016 - 02.2017
Assistant Administrative Secretary
Coleridge And Parry Secondary School
07.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelors of Education - Early Childhood Education
University of The West Indies
Associate of Arts - Law And Biology
Barbados Community College
Coleridge And Parry Secondary School
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