Creative Kindergarten Teacher that designs collaborative learning platforms to enhance educational experience. Combines structured learning with play activities designed for each developmental stage. Well-versed in educational technology and project-based learning.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Southwest Christian Community Academy
Houston, TX
01.2024 - 05.2024
Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
Encouraged students to think critically by posing questions and providing stimulating materials.
Fostered an atmosphere of respect through positive reinforcement techniques.
Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.
Adapted lesson plans based on student performance data to ensure success for all learners.
Associate Teacher
Alief Independent School District
Houston, Texas
07.2023 - 11.2024
Assisted in the development of lesson plans and activities to meet students' individual needs.
Provided instruction, support, and guidance to students in a classroom setting.
Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure successful outcomes for all students.
Organized learning materials and resources for use in the classroom.
Conducted assessments of student progress through observation, interviews, and testing.
Implemented behavior modification strategies when necessary to maintain positive learning environment.
Facilitated small group instruction as needed to help struggling learners reach their goals.
Customer Service Representative
City of Atlanta
Atlanta
09.2019 - Current
Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
Gathered customer feedback through surveys and used the data to improve customer service.
Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, transactions and comments for future reference.
Resolved complex problems by working with other departments to provide solutions that meet customer needs.
Substitute Teacher
Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta, GA
02.2019 - 05.2019
Provides classroom instruction to students as outlined in lesson plans
Creates a classroom that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
Maintains a safe and orderly environment
Maintains established routine of the school and classroom procedures in which assigned
Maintains a professional appearance as an example to students.
Patient Access Representative
Conifer Health Solutions
Marietta, GA
10.2018 - 01.2019
Educates patients about patient financial liabilities, employs proper, compliant patient liability collection techniques before, during & after date of service, performs Hospital cash reconciliation & secured payment entry in adherence to financial & cash control policies & procedures
Secures medical necessity checks/verification in accordance to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid services, verifies insurance, benefits, coverage & eligibility, completes assigned registration financial clearance work lists activities.
Release of Information Specialist
CIOX HEALTH
Atlanta, GA
08.2016 - 07.2018
Responsible for processing all release of information (ROI) specifically medical record requests in a timely and efficient manner ensuring accuracy and providing customer with the highest quality product and customer service
All tasks and functions performed in administrative call-center environment.
Sales Associate
Sunglass Hut / Luxottica Retail
Houston, TX
05.2015 - 08.2016
Performed all store functions, including opening and closing, merchandising, and selling
Met my individual sales goals and ensured that the customers' needs are met
All tasks and functions performed in retail environment.
Pharmacy Technician
Xerox
Houston, TX
06.2013 - 05.2015
Received written prescriptions or requests for prescription refills from patients and verified that the information on the prescription is complete and accurate, updated and filled outpatient medical records, coded and filled out insurance forms
Interacted in a call center environment
Answered customer questions over the phone.
Credentialing Coordinator
HEALTHCARE CREDENTIALING GROUP
Houston, TX
01.2012 - 06.2013
Prepared credentials file for completion and presentation to Health System Entity
Processed requests for privileges and responded to inquiries from other healthcare organizations.
Education
Master's degree - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Devry University
05.2015
Bachelor of Science - FASHION & RETAIL MANAGEMENT
The Art Institute of Houston
05.2011
Skills
Teaching
Lesson planning
Teacher coaching
Early childhood education
Classroom management
Small Group Instruction
Student Engagement
Classroom Instruction
Curriculum Implementation
Community involvement
Student evaluations
Innovative lesson planning
Creative lesson planning
Differentiated Instruction
Personal Information
Title: Educator
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Southwest Christian Community Academy
01.2024 - 05.2024
Associate Teacher
Alief Independent School District
07.2023 - 11.2024
Customer Service Representative
City of Atlanta
09.2019 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Atlanta Public Schools
02.2019 - 05.2019
Patient Access Representative
Conifer Health Solutions
10.2018 - 01.2019
Release of Information Specialist
CIOX HEALTH
08.2016 - 07.2018
Sales Associate
Sunglass Hut / Luxottica Retail
05.2015 - 08.2016
Pharmacy Technician
Xerox
06.2013 - 05.2015
Credentialing Coordinator
HEALTHCARE CREDENTIALING GROUP
01.2012 - 06.2013
Master's degree - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Applied Science - HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY