KATHLEEN E. TRAINOR
Dover
Summary
Detail-oriented, positive team player with strong interpersonal and organizational skills, as well as an independent worker with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Qualified professional who will quickly become strong in medical office administration and patient care coordination. A quick learner who has many transferrable skills to successfully manage patient schedules, facilitate smooth office operations, and provide excellent patient service. Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Writer
Self-Employed Writer
05.2015 - Current
- Writing and editing high-quality content and visually impactful programs with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Organizing material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Utilizing exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Brainstorming ideas to create useful content.
- Composing original written material for various types of publications and submitted for approval by supervisor, editor or publisher.
Properties Landscape Technician
Towns Of Meredith, Littleton, Clay's Properties
08.2018 - 11.2022
- Landscaping and gardening for 5 large contracts in Meredith, Littleton, Dover, NH.
- Collaborated with gardeners to plan and design outdoor spaces.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
English /Language Arts Teacher
Farmington High School
03.2011 - 08.2017
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.
- Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
- Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score.
- Increased parent satisfaction through well-organized IEP meetings and family conferences focused on improving family bonding skills.
- Integrated instructional technologies.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining a safe and pleasant learning environment.
Class Advisor / Case Manager
Educational Services
01.2011 - 06.2015
- Pointed students to relevant information about academic and personal support services.
- Advised students individually and in groups on academic programs for individual interests.
- Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
- Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
Director/ Human Resources Manager/ School Consultant
Educational Billing Services, LLC
08.1996 - 04.2010
- Administered all facets of the Federal Medicaid program for school districts in NH and AZ.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures to ensure school districts received their maximum allowable Special Education reimbursements while maintaining full HIPAA and FERPA compliance.
- Managed intra- and inter-office business and official communications with school districts.
- Traveled extensively in NH, AZ, CO, MA, ME, and VT to interface with state officials, school administrators, and staff regarding Federal and State policy, IEP requirements, auditing and compliance.
- Interviewed and hired billing and consultant staff, administered employee benefits, reviewed and evaluated performance, initiated incentive and quality management programs.
- Prepared and monitored annual business budget, tax documents and maintained company payroll and finances.
English/Language Arts Teacher
Littleton School District
05.2007 - 06.2009
- Fostered an appreciation for learning, language, reading, and writing with students at all levels and styles of learning.
- Incorporated reading and writing in a variety of literary genres, while reviewing in context the fundamental elements of literature.
- Facilitated an enhanced sense of cultural awareness and literacy.
- Created engaging, meaningful assignments and projects with a the utmost regard for higher-level thinking, creative problem-solving, multiple intelligences and individual learning styles, with clear expectations/rubrics for evaluation.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
English Literature/Language Arts Teacher
Farmington High School
09.1992 - 06.1996
- Student-centered, competency-based, and specifically evaluated with weekly individual “student progress conferences” focused on State and District standards
- Differentiated instruction for a 30%+ Special Education student population; co-taught with Reading Specialists, and teamed with educators across the curriculum
- Advised students and provided guidance on academic progress.
- Engaged in departmental committees to develop and review policies.
- Employed visual and auditory approaches to make lessons more interesting and interactive for students.
- Presented guest lectures at conferences and other events.
- Assisted with student organization events to promote student engagement.
- Created and administered interactive activities for students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and maintain curriculum.
- Incorporated current events into lesson plans to promote student engagement.
- Facilitated group discussions to explore works of literature.
- Conducted book reviews and wrote articles for literary magazines.
- Developed and implemented course materials, lecture notes and assignments.
- Tutored students struggling with course material.
Professor's Assistant / Researcher /Contributing Writer
University Of Ottawa
01.1987 - 05.1990
- Co-authored doctoral thesis as a member of a post-graduate research team led by Dr. Al Mahrer
- Research and editing of several doctoral theses
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework
- Prepared letters of recommendation for students looking to obtain internships and cooperative opportunities
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed) - Secondary Education
McGill University
05.1991
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Ottawa
05.1990
Bachelor of Arts - English Language Arts / Literature
University of Ottawa
05.1990
Skills
- Assisting others with an understanding and compassion
- Individual and family support and resource development
- Stimulating activities for whole individual health: physical, intellectual, psychological, emotional, and spiritual
- Data, research, and experience-based decision making
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Records management / communication /assessments
- Diverse groups presentations
- Sound problem-solving and good judgments with minimal supervision
- Customer service: office management, hospitality (30 years)
- Customer relationship management
- Time management
- Data entry
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
Additional Information
- Mother to Quinn (b.1997), Mackenzie (b.1999), Brady (b.2002)
- Eagle Award winner for Teaching Excellence, Farmington High School
- Volunteering and service to others (1985 - Present)
Enjoy life in its fullness. Spiritually, psychologically, physically.
- SERVE OTHERS, WITH INTEGRITY, DIGNITY, AND RESPECT FOR PERSONAL PRIVACY, INDEPENDENCE, DECISIONS, AND INDIVIDUALITY.
Timeline
Properties Landscape Technician
Towns Of Meredith, Littleton, Clay's Properties
08.2018 - 11.2022
Writer
Self-Employed Writer
05.2015 - Current
English /Language Arts Teacher
Farmington High School
03.2011 - 08.2017
Class Advisor / Case Manager
Educational Services
01.2011 - 06.2015
English/Language Arts Teacher
Littleton School District
05.2007 - 06.2009
Director/ Human Resources Manager/ School Consultant
Educational Billing Services, LLC
08.1996 - 04.2010
English Literature/Language Arts Teacher
Farmington High School
09.1992 - 06.1996
Professor's Assistant / Researcher /Contributing Writer
University Of Ottawa
01.1987 - 05.1990
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Ottawa
Bachelor of Arts - English Language Arts / Literature
University of Ottawa
Master of Education (M.Ed) - Secondary Education
McGill University
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