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Kristi Johnson

Grand Rapids,MN

Summary

Seasoned Math Teacher with 16 years as an accomplished educator who cares deeply about student success. Excellent classroom management, lecturing and behavior enhancement skills. Collaborative in working with teachers, administrators and specialists to support all student needs with unsurpassed work ethic.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Math Teacher

South Washington County Schools
Cottage Grove, MN
06.2007 - Current
  • Instructed middle school students through lectures, discussions, group activities and demonstrations
  • Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to improve student comprehension and engagement
  • Created lesson plans, class activities, formative and summative assessments to identify areas of strength and weaknesses in students
  • Tailored lessons accordingly
  • Prior experience as a team lead and served on the Lake Middle School site team
  • Current Math League Coach
  • Current union representative for Lake Middle School
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs
  • Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to meet and exceed teaching goals.

Sr. Claim Representative

Country Financial
Arden Hills, MN
06.1998 - 12.2005
  • Investigated and analyzed insurance claims under homeowners and automotive insurance policies
  • Evaluated insurance policies and analyzed damages to determine coverage
  • Worked with insureds, claimants and attorneys to resolve property damage and personal injury claims
  • Attended mediation and arbitration hearings to resolve claims
  • Evaluated injury claims and negotiated settlements.

Legal Assistant

Marquard & Associates
Duluth, MN
09.1990 - 06.1998
  • Worked in a law office that focused on personal injury law
  • Conducted initial interviews with clients to sign documents and explain the legal process
  • Functioned as a team with attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants
  • Investigated motor vehicle accidents and resolved claims
  • Acted as a liaison between insurance companies and clients to assure bills were paid
  • Analyzed and researched medical records and bills
  • Composed demand letters to insurance companies and negotiated settlements
  • Produced legal documents, including summons, complaints, and discovery documents
  • Prepared for trials by conducting legal research and drafting pleadings.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

St. Mary's University
06-2015

Bachelor of Arts - Education

St. Catherine University
06-2006

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Minnesota
06-1986

Skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Instructional best practices
  • Curriculum development
  • Flexible And Adaptive
  • Cooperative Learning Experience
  • Team Collaboration
  • Group And Individual Teaching
  • Student-Driven Teaching

Timeline

Math Teacher

South Washington County Schools
06.2007 - Current

Sr. Claim Representative

Country Financial
06.1998 - 12.2005

Legal Assistant

Marquard & Associates
09.1990 - 06.1998

Master of Arts - Education

St. Mary's University

Bachelor of Arts - Education

St. Catherine University

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Minnesota
Kristi Johnson