Kenya Williams
Mendenhall
Summary
After 14 years in the healthcare industry as a nursing assistant, my objective is to take a new career step in sales in real estate and insurance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Advisor
New York Life Insurance Co
06.2025 - Current
- Developed comprehensive financial plans tailored to individual client needs.
- Analyzed market trends to provide strategic investment recommendations.
- Cultivated strong client relationships through regular communication and support.
- Evaluated risk management strategies to safeguard clients' financial interests.
- Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty in managing their financial portfolios.
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products, and services based on each clients' individual needs.
- Developed personal rapport with each client to maintain customer loyalty and establish long-term accounts.
- Established new client relationships by conducting thorough needs assessments during initial consultations.
- Worked closely with insurance providers to assess suitable coverage options tailored to individual client requirements for risk management purposes.
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products and services based on individual needs.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
PRECISION HEALTHCARE
03.2017 - Current
- Provide hands-on nursing care for patients under direct RN supervision, and in alignment with medical center’s policies and procedures.
Science Teacher
Simpson County School District
06.2022 - 07.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to enhance student understanding of scientific principles.
- Integrated technology into curriculum using tools like Google Classroom and interactive simulations.
- Assessed student performance through innovative evaluation methods, ensuring accurate feedback on progress.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking skills.
- Developed and implemented engaging lab experiments, providing hands-on learning experiences for students.
- Integrated real-life examples into lessons, demonstrating the practical applications of scientific concepts.
- Enhanced student understanding by utilizing diverse teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
- Mentored struggling students, offering additional support and resources to improve their academic performance.
- Established positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and inclusivity among students.
Teacher
Laurel School District
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Designed and implemented engaging science curriculum aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary approaches across subjects.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, providing targeted feedback.
- Developed classroom management strategies that fostered a positive learning environment.
- Utilized technology tools to enhance lesson delivery and student engagement in science topics.
- Identified pupil needs, cooperated with other professional staff members and assessed and helped students resolve health, attitude and learning problems.
Substitute Teacher
Simpson County School District
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment, encouraging student participation and collaboration.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain focus and discipline.
- Adapted instructional materials to accommodate varying learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborated with teachers to align on curriculum goals and student assessments.
SALES SUPPORT
ALLSTATE
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Interacts with prospects through cold calling, networking, marketing, and database leads.
- Ensure clients satisfaction ratings by quickly offering proactive resolution ideas while driving actionable responses to questions, concerns, or challenges.
- Developed sales support materials to assist representatives in effectively presenting product offerings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Jackson State University
12.2013
AA Degree - Biological Science
Hinds CC
08.2009
Skills
- Efficient problem solver
- Efficient and accurate learner
- Thorough in quality assurance
- Resilient in high-stress environments
- Familiarity with healthcare standards and protocols
ACTIVITIES
I enjoy working and organizing events with the youth with my church family, teaching them the importance of giving back to the less fortunate and the community.
Certification
Licensed Insurance Producer
Accident & Health or Sickness Life
License Number: 10148863
NPN: 13665127
Effective: 06/26/2025- 11/30/2026
Timeline
Financial Advisor
New York Life Insurance Co
06.2025 - Current
Science Teacher
Simpson County School District
06.2022 - 07.2025
Teacher
Laurel School District
07.2021 - 06.2022
Substitute Teacher
Simpson County School District
06.2019 - 07.2021
SALES SUPPORT
ALLSTATE
02.2019 - 07.2020
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
PRECISION HEALTHCARE
03.2017 - Current
AA Degree - Biological Science
Hinds CC
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Jackson State University
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