Achieved significant improvements in student engagement and academic performance at Charlotte Mecklenburg School District by integrating technology and fostering a positive learning environment. Expert in Google Classroom and skilled in conflict resolution, I excel in creating inclusive, results-driven educational experiences.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg School District
08.2023 - Current
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Patient Service Representative
AmerisourceBergen
10.2020 - 07.2023
Participated in ongoing training programs related to HIPAA compliance, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on regulatory requirements.
Verified insurance eligibility and coverage for patients.
Handled sensitive patient concerns with professionalism and empathy, fostering an atmosphere of trust within the clinic.
Filed and maintained patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Facilitated patient registration by accurately entering demographic and insurance information into electronic health record systems.
Processed medical records requests efficiently, safeguarding patient privacy while ensuring timely information access for healthcare providers.
Handled customer service inquiries in person, via telephone and through email.
Provided exceptional customer service to patients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
Developed and implemented customer service policies and procedures.
Collaborated with clinical staff to coordinate care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
Resolved billing inquiries and disputes in timely fashion.
Customer Service Representative
Blue Cross NC
05.2016 - 06.2020
Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
Updated account information to maintain customer records.
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.
Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
Administrative Assistant
Terracon
04.2013 - 06.2016
Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
Advertising Assistant
Danville Register And Bee
05.2008 - 11.2010
Ensured strict adherence to all legal guidelines related to advertisement content while maintaining creativity.
Managed budgets for advertising campaigns, allocating funds strategically to maximize ROI.
Optimized ad placements by analyzing performance data and adjusting accordingly.
Boosted revenue with the development and execution of targeted marketing strategies.
Collaborated with graphic designers to create visually appealing advertisements for print and digital media.
Maintained comprehensive knowledge of industry best practices, attending conferences and workshops to stay current on emerging trends and technologies in advertising.
Organized critical assets such as images, logos, and copy for use in various marketing materials across channels.
Developed strong relationships with key industry influencers to further amplify advertising efforts.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts For Teaching - Liberal Arts And General Studies
North Carolina A & T State University
Greensboro, NC
01.2008
Skills
Technology Integration
Social-Emotional Learning training
Group Instruction
Project-based learning
Test Proctoring
Problem-Solving
Team Collaboration
Positive Learning Environment
Program Design
SMART Board
Google Classroom
Social Development
Documentation And Reporting
Schedule Management
Diversity and Inclusion
Student Support
Positive Reinforcement
Conflict Resolution
Parent Communication
Timeline
Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg School District
08.2023 - Current
Patient Service Representative
AmerisourceBergen
10.2020 - 07.2023
Customer Service Representative
Blue Cross NC
05.2016 - 06.2020
Administrative Assistant
Terracon
04.2013 - 06.2016
Advertising Assistant
Danville Register And Bee
05.2008 - 11.2010
Bachelor Of Arts For Teaching - Liberal Arts And General Studies