Bernice Guzman Purugganan
Universal City,TX
Summary
Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Judson ISD
08.2019 - 05.2025
- Conduct instructional lesson outlines by teacher in lesson plan, maintain regular classroom schedule, serve as a positive role model for students, and follow district guidelines in maintaining classroom management discipline and confidentiality.
- Delivered engaging lessons aligned with curriculum standards for diverse student populations.
- Adapted instructional methods to accommodate various learning styles and needs effectively.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to maintain classroom continuity and support student learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement strategies to foster a conducive learning environment.
- Implemented school safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for all students during instruction.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
- Developed and executed lesson plans to cover required curriculum effectively.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
Case Intake Coordinator
Nexus
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Recieve incoming cases and determining all details for the requested work
- Organizing ,planning,and coordinating completion of independent medical review, as well as coordination of day to day office activites.
- Managed electronic health records, maintaining data accuracy and confidentiality.
- Utilize a high level of critical thinking, work well under pressure and be deadline driven
Financial Counselor
Methodist Hospital
11.2021 - 05.2024
- Follow guidelines for all interactions with patients when assisting with registration, payment arrangements, and insurance verification. Enter pertinent information into the hospital portal and collect estimated patient liabilities. Enter appropriate notes about patient interactions.
- Educated patients on insurance benefits, eligibility requirements, and available financial assistance programs.
- Assisted patients with financial counseling, addressing concerns regarding medical expenses and payment options.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient financial situations to develop personalized payment plans.
- Also did role as a Registrar- Registered patients in emergency department. verified insurance and did copay collection.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to streamline patient intake processes and improve service delivery.
Avionn Home Health Care
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Assist clients in day to day living. Assist with medications, errands, exercises, activities, plan and prepare meals on daily basis. Help clients with standing/walking, mobility and personal hygiene when needed.
Education
Master of Science - Health Care Administration
Grand Canyon University
01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Education, Emphasis On Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
3300 W Camelback Rd, Pheonix,Az 8501701.2010
Skills
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Problem Solving Abilities
- Organization
- Computer Proficient
- People Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior management
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson plan implementation
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Case Intake Coordinator
Nexus
08.2024 - 11.2024
Financial Counselor
Methodist Hospital
11.2021 - 05.2024
Avionn Home Health Care
01.2020 - 01.2021
Substitute Teacher
Judson ISD
08.2019 - 05.2025
Master of Science - Health Care Administration
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Education, Emphasis On Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University