KATHERINE SALINAS
Plymouth,MI
Summary
Seeking a teaching position on a dynamic, effective and collaborative team that cares about integrity and equality. Through communication and building relationships with students, my goal is to ensure great learning, a healing and inspiring environment with innovative practices. Focused on an equity based and trauma informed teaching modality. Capable and adept at catering to individualized students needs. Able to navigate complex problems and identify positive solutions.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
National Heritage Academies
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
General Surgery Medical Records Specialist Lead
Michigan Medicine
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state and federal law.
- Utilized EPIC to manage and confirm patient data, such as insurance, demographic and medical history information.
- Managed electronic medical records for over 200 patients per day.
Rogel Cancer Center New Patient Intake Coordinator
University Of Michigan
09.2020 - 01.2023
- Documented patient medical information, case histories and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointments and payment processing.
- Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for 10 providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
- Mentored office employees on proper administrative procedures and how to use programs such as DocuSign, keeping operations consistent and efficient for maximum performance.
Dance Instructor/Choreographer
Synergy Dance Academy
09.2009 - 06.2022
- Responsibilities included costume decisions, lighting design, choreographing dance routines and teaching dance technique in areas of ballet, lyrical, tap, hip-hop and jazz, ages 3-18 years.
- Communicated with students and parents in person, via email, and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions
- Tailored each class to meet student needs and abilities and allow dancers to progress at comfortable pace.
Patient Service Associate
University Of Michigan, Rogel Cancer Center
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Provided patient with after-visit summary and scheduled next appointment to maintain continuous care and facilitate treatment plan
- Called daily over 50 patients to confirm appointment and prepared paperwork prior to visit to expedite check-in process
- Investigated, triaged and resolved patient issues to encourage positive experience during patient visit
Patient Services Assistant
The University of Michigan, UMH ACS Clerical Resource Pool
09.2017 - 02.2019
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Triaged telephone calls to effectively manage time and resources.
- Scheduled patients for appointments and maintained master calendar.
Relationship Banker
Huntington National Bank
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Executed customer transactions, including loan applications, deposits, withdrawals, money orders and checks.
- Maintained balancing record with 98% rate of accuracy.
- Ensured superior customer experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy and resolving problems.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Van Buren School District
06.2010 - 06.2012
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Lead Dance Instructor
PCCS Community Education
09.2001 - 06.2008
- Encouraged student feedback to allow for active consideration of student views and to make any necessary lesson plan adjustments
- Planned routines for recitals, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to Hip Hop, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary and Ballet techniques.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
Education
Master of Arts - Dance
MFA, University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MIMI Teaching Certificate - Elementary Education
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MISkills
- Curriculum development, developed long term strategies for classroom
- Keeping accurate records, analyzing data, creating individualized instruction with students
- Great time management, organization, prioritization, goal-setting, planning, and communication
- Managerial experience, directed and developed job duties for teacher assistants
- Training and onboarding new staff, created supplemental teaching resources
Certification
MI Interim Teaching Certification in Elementary Education (ZG).
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
National Heritage Academies
08.2023 - 11.2023
General Surgery Medical Records Specialist Lead
Michigan Medicine
01.2023 - 06.2023
Rogel Cancer Center New Patient Intake Coordinator
University Of Michigan
09.2020 - 01.2023
Patient Service Associate
University Of Michigan, Rogel Cancer Center
09.2019 - 09.2020
Patient Services Assistant
The University of Michigan, UMH ACS Clerical Resource Pool
09.2017 - 02.2019
Relationship Banker
Huntington National Bank
06.2016 - 09.2017
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Van Buren School District
06.2010 - 06.2012
Dance Instructor/Choreographer
Synergy Dance Academy
09.2009 - 06.2022
Lead Dance Instructor
PCCS Community Education
09.2001 - 06.2008
Master of Arts - Dance
MFA, University of Michigan
MI Teaching Certificate - Elementary Education
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
Western Michigan University
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