Hope Storms
Channahon,IL
Summary
I am currently a student in early childhood special education, and I have a strong passion for supporting children in their social, emotional, and intellectual development. I have prior experience in literacy intervention with students ranging from second grade to fifth grade. I am a hardworking individual who is passionate about my job. I possess strong organizational skills and am able to manage multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I am also willing to take on added responsibilities to meet the team's goals and the needs of the classroom.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Literacy Interventionist ( LLI) Aide
Granbury ISD
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Provided small group instruction to struggling students
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating diverse instructional methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Assisted with various support tasks.
- Responsible for supporting student achievement in the area of English Language Arts, with special attention to reading
- Collaborated with teachers to identify at-risk students and implement appropriate interventions, reducing the number of learners falling behind.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments, adjusting instruction accordingly to maximize growth.
- Maintained detailed records of over 50 students' progress, ensuring timely communication with parents and educators regarding improvement or concerns.
- Provided ongoing support for students'' literacy development through one-on-one tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
- Improved literacy rates by implementing targeted intervention strategies for struggling students.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in professional development opportunities and sharing best practices with colleagues.
- Established an inclusive learning environment, fostering a sense of belonging among all learners regardless of ability level or background.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to continually refine instructional approaches based on evidence of effectiveness.
Medical Office Manager
Kappelman Dermatology
12.2014 - 05.2015
- Managed office operations, including employee management, payroll, insurance, protocols, and billing
- Handled patient complaints and accounts
- Scheduled appointments and conducted training and marketing activities.
- Managed 4 employees with various personalities in a small physician practice.
Certified Medical Assistant
Kappelman Dermatology
10.2012 - 12.2014
- Assisted doctors with patient care, including charting, procedures, and laser hair removal.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic environments.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
Certified Medial Assistant
Centennial Pediatrics
10.2011 - 03.2012
- Assisted with patient care, including rooming, injections, and hearing and vision tests.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
Certified Medical Assistant
Premier Dermatology LLC
10.2010 - 10.2011
- Assisted doctors with patient care, including charting, procedures, and laser hair removal.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06.2023
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Everest College-Burr Ridge
Burr Ridge, IL10.2010
High School Diploma - General Studies
Bolingbrook High School
Bolingbrook, IL06.2005
Skills
- Classroom experience (3 years)
- Classroom management (3 years)
- Fluency Building
- Response to Intervention
- Reading Assessment
- Small Group Instruction
- Phonemic Awareness
- Progress Monitoring
- Reading Comprehension
- Lesson Planning
- Student Recordkeeping
- Culturally Responsive Teaching
- Formative Assessment
- Summative Assessment
Certification
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Certification: House Bill 4545 Texas Reading Academy certification May 2022
-Skills - Science of teaching reading - Phonemic awareness - Using data from assessments - Composition - Decoding and encoding - Phonological awareness - Reading fluency and comprehension
Additional Information
Observation Hours:
25hrs Infant/Toddler Classroom November 2023
50 Pre-K Classroom Jan 2024
75 ( Anticipated Fall 2024)
16 Week Student Teaching (Anticipated Spring 2025)
Timeline
Literacy Interventionist ( LLI) Aide
Granbury ISD
01.2019 - 08.2022
Medical Office Manager
Kappelman Dermatology
12.2014 - 05.2015
Certified Medical Assistant
Kappelman Dermatology
10.2012 - 12.2014
Certified Medial Assistant
Centennial Pediatrics
10.2011 - 03.2012
Certified Medical Assistant
Premier Dermatology LLC
10.2010 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education
Lewis University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Everest College-Burr Ridge
High School Diploma - General Studies
Bolingbrook High School
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Certification: House Bill 4545 Texas Reading Academy certification May 2022
-Skills - Science of teaching reading - Phonemic awareness - Using data from assessments - Composition - Decoding and encoding - Phonological awareness - Reading fluency and comprehension
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