Jonathan Kollar
6501 Cowman Way, Austin
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in exam content development at the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. Expertise in writing and editing educational materials to enhance clarity and accessibility. Proven ability to adapt to diverse needs while achieving results independently and collaboratively. Strong track record of meeting organizational goals through effective teamwork and critical thinking.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Fraud Examiner Exam Program Specialist
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
Austin
10.2021 - Current
- Finalized Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Exam content and preparation materials, including manuals and study guides.
- Collaborated with the content team to transition study materials to the BenchPrep platform.
- Managed and streamlined content within BenchPrep, ensuring clarity and accessibility.
- Assisted the Exam Development Committee in writing and editing CFE Exam questions.
- Conceptualized and produced video scripts and infographics for study materials in BenchPrep.
Special Education Resource Teacher
Austin ISD: Pleasant Hill Elementary
Austin
08.2018 - 10.2021
- Motivated students with learning disabilities in grades one through five through effective leadership and instruction in reading, English Language Arts (ELA), and math.
- Authored Individualized Education Plans for 15 to 20 students annually, emphasizing strengths while identifying needs.
- Facilitated Admission, Review & Dismissal team meetings, collaborating with campus leadership and educational staff to enhance services for special education students.
Reading, ELA, & Social Studies Teacher
Austin ISD: Maplewood Elementary & Mendez Middle
Austin
08.2012 - 08.2018
- Developed rigorous reading, ELA, and social studies lessons for sixth-grade students to meet diverse needs while fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Aligned the curriculum across grade levels as head of the social studies department at Mendez to achieve district objectives.
- Implemented effective teaching practices to inspire both general education and learning-disabled students.
Teaching Assistant
Austin ISD (Akins High) & UT-Univ. Charter School
Austin
08.2008 - 08.2012
- Inspired students with learning disabilities in grades six through twelve through effective leadership and small-group instruction in ELA, social studies, and math.
- Orchestrated the writing and editing for a successful $5,000 grant campaign for special education at Akins.
Freelance Editor/Writer & Musician
Self-Employed
Austin
05.2005 - 08.2008
- Guided writers through editing processes for various projects, including the self-help book Listen, I'm Still Here by Dorothy and Jack Farley.
- Performed and recorded as a working drummer with the band Tammany Hall Machine, earning the following accolades from the Austin Chronicle: 8th Best New Band (2005-2006), 9th Best Drummer (2006-2007), 9th Best Indie Band (2006-2007), 10th Best Rock Band (2006-2007), 7th Best Indie Band (2007-2008), and 10th Best Rock Band (2007-2008).
Writer, Editor, Proofreader, & Researcher
Pagewise.com
Austin
01.2002 - 05.2005
- Conceptualized and authored articles on music, cooking, sports, history, and current events for Pagewise.
- Enhanced the writing quality of contributors through effective leadership as the lead editor.
Production Editor
Pro-Ed Publishing
Austin
01.1998 - 12.2001
- Directed and assessed revisions of journals, standardized tests, books, curricular resources, and therapy materials across multiple phases of production.
Education
Texas Educator Certification - Education
ITeach TX Alt. Educator Certification Program
Austin, TX05-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC12-1996
Skills
- Exam content development
- Fraud analysis
- Writing and editing
- Creative problem solving
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Critical thinking
- Deadline management
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
- Data analysis
- Research methodologies
- Educational leadership
Certification
Certified Fraud Examiner credential, October 2023
Timeline
Certified Fraud Examiner Exam Program Specialist
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
10.2021 - Current
Special Education Resource Teacher
Austin ISD: Pleasant Hill Elementary
08.2018 - 10.2021
Reading, ELA, & Social Studies Teacher
Austin ISD: Maplewood Elementary & Mendez Middle
08.2012 - 08.2018
Teaching Assistant
Austin ISD (Akins High) & UT-Univ. Charter School
08.2008 - 08.2012
Freelance Editor/Writer & Musician
Self-Employed
05.2005 - 08.2008
Writer, Editor, Proofreader, & Researcher
Pagewise.com
01.2002 - 05.2005
Production Editor
Pro-Ed Publishing
01.1998 - 12.2001
Texas Educator Certification - Education
ITeach TX Alt. Educator Certification Program
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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