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Kimberly DeGroot

Porter,TX

Summary

Resilient Special Education Teacher candidate familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

New Caney ISD
01.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.

Medical Office Coordinator

Spring Imaging
04.2013 - 10.2018
  • Addressed complaints made by patients and staff by escalating issues to supervision for further investigation.
  • Supported billing staff by making corrections to invoices and insurance submissions.
  • Updated and maintained schedules for patients as well as managed client correspondence.
  • Maintained updated list of employee credentials and notified staff when professional licenses and certifications approached expiration.
  • Maintained patient databases and updated information in alignment with HIPAA protocols.
  • Managed appointments, registrations and patient relations in busy imaging office.
  • Oversaw office records and maintained strict document control.

Front Desk Medical Receptionist

Walker Family Practice
11.2011 - 04.2013
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.

Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.

  • Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
  • Remained aware of provider schedules and scope of practice on evolving basis to organize and schedule appropriate care.
  • Completed clerical duties and tasks for clinic administration.

Insurance Agent

Edmonds Insurance
04.2002 - 02.2010
  • Built relationships with clients using active listening and issue resolution to provide excellent service.
  • Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
  • Cross-sold insurance products to existing clients to reach sales targets.
  • Obtained underwriting approval by completing application for coverage.
  • Negotiated with insurance underwriters to obtain better coverage and improved rates for clients.
  • Utilized CRM software to manage client relationships.
  • Identified potential risks in client businesses and recommended appropriate insurance coverage.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies Special Education

Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches
05.2024

Associate of Arts -

Lone Star College
Kingwood, TX
05.2022

Skills

  • Autism Spectrum Knowledge
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Lesson Planning
  • Individualized Education Plans
  • Active Listening
  • Motivating Students

Timeline

Paraprofessional

New Caney ISD
01.2024 - Current

Medical Office Coordinator

Spring Imaging
04.2013 - 10.2018

Front Desk Medical Receptionist

Walker Family Practice
11.2011 - 04.2013

Insurance Agent

Edmonds Insurance
04.2002 - 02.2010

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies Special Education

Stephen F. Austin State University

Associate of Arts -

Lone Star College
Kimberly DeGroot