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Kimberly Martin

Little Rock,AR

Summary

Resourceful professional with experience in education and healthcare administration. Specializes in medical admissions, insurance referrals, and prior authorizations. Excels in relationship building and critical thinking while delivering exceptional customer service. Manages multiple priorities effectively in fast-paced environments.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Classroom Teacher

Academics Plus Charter Schools, Inc
Little Rock, Arkansas
08.2022 - 05.2026
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
  • Managed classroom behavior by establishing clear expectations and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to implement school-wide educational initiatives and strategies.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about student performance and classroom events.

Classroom Teacher

Pulaski County Special School District
North Little Rock, AR
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through inquiry-based activities and discussions.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and participation.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with other teachers, administrators and parents to ensure student success.
  • Managed classroom behavior by developing positive relationships with students while enforcing rules fairly and consistently.

Classroom Teacher

Forrest City School District
Forrest City, Arkansas
08.2017 - 05.2021

• Taught fourth grade English/Language Arts at Stewart Elementary during 2017-2018 school year

• Participated in parent/teacher conferences throughout school year

• Attended professional staff development throughout school year

• Entered students’ grades into eSchool database software

• Kept parent contact log documentation

• Familiar with interventions: IEP’s and 504 plans for students

• Created weekly lesson plans along with grade level team

• Tutored small group for ACT Aspire Literacy Program

Classroom Teacher

Lee County School District
Marianna, Arkansas
08.2016 - 05.2017

• Participated in a non-traditional teaching program called Arkansas Teacher Corps

• Taught summer school math to fifth grade students at Washington Middle School

• Taught third grade at Anna Strong Learning Academy during 2016-2017 school year

• Participated in parent/teacher conferences throughout school year

• Attended professional staff development throughout school year

• Entered students’ grades into eSchool database software

• Kept parent contact log documentation

• Familiar with interventions: IEP’s and 504 plans for students

• Created weekly lesson plans along with grade level team

Case Clerk

Pulaski County Prosecutors Office
Little Rock, AR
01.2014 - 05.2016
  • Answer telephone to assist public callers about case information
  • Electronically file all signed and completed cases
  • Electronically enter new case information in computer
  • Distribute new case information to prosecuting attorneys to sign
  • Create court documents for cases using Microsoft Word
  • Use Contexte Case Management System to print documents for duplicate case files

Admissions Counselor II

Arkansas Children Hospital
Little Rock, AR
08.2003 - 06.2013
  • Collected patients' demographic and insurance information to facilitate timely admissions into emergency room and hospital
  • Obtained pre-authorizations from insurance companies for patient services
  • Communicated regularly with referring physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals regarding referral processes and requirements.
  • Guided patients in understanding insurance coverage and addressed inquiries about referrals and authorizations
  • Collected necessary insurance information to confirm eligibility for services.
  • Collected copayments and insurance payments from patients
  • Researched medical codes used in billing processes to ensure accuracy of documentation.
  • Oversaw referral documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and streamline processes

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Philander Smith University
Little Rock, AR
05-2008

Skills

  • Collaborative strategies
  • Communication effectiveness
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Community engagement
  • Relationship building
  • Adaptability
  • Active listening
  • Growth mindset

Affiliations

  • AmeriCorps Vista, August 2013- February 2014
  • Arkansas Food Bank, February 2016
  • Arkansas Race For The Cure, October 2015

Timeline

Classroom Teacher

Academics Plus Charter Schools, Inc
08.2022 - 05.2026

Classroom Teacher

Pulaski County Special School District
08.2021 - 05.2022

Classroom Teacher

Forrest City School District
08.2017 - 05.2021

Classroom Teacher

Lee County School District
08.2016 - 05.2017

Case Clerk

Pulaski County Prosecutors Office
01.2014 - 05.2016

Admissions Counselor II

Arkansas Children Hospital
08.2003 - 06.2013

Bachelor of Arts - English

Philander Smith University
Kimberly Martin