LaShun Barnes
Fresno,TX
Summary
A highly motivated administrative professional seeking a position in education. Over 10 successful experience years providing administrative and office support to various operational departments. Proficient in a range of computer applications. Well-developed communication and customer service skills. Talented Tutor offering outstanding communication and problem-solving skills. Fosters positive learning environment by encouraging students to develop individual skills. Specializing in 1:1 instruction, team collaboration and relations with students and parents. Skilled individual with passion for helping students reach academic goals. Creates engaging learning experiences tailored to meet individual student needs. Enthusiastic [Job Title] working to help students develop and maintain goal-oriented study habits for consistent academic success. Equally skilled at one-on-one and group lessons using adaptable teaching strategies for different types of learners. Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction for flexibility and multimedia integration to maximize lesson engagement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Home
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their writing and problem-solving skills.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Established positive relationships with both students and parents, fostering open communication regarding academic progress and goals.
- Implemented creative instructional techniques to address the unique challenges faced by students with learning differences.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channels.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, using data to inform future instruction and target areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with parents to develop appropriate tutoring lessons.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans that incorporated multiple modes of instruction, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience for all learners.
Full Time Ambulatory Service Representative II (40 Hours Per Week)
Kelsey Seybold Clinic
03.2017 - 08.2018
- Assist patients with check in and check out functions including registration, insurance verification and collection/ deposits of financial responsibility for clinics
- Provided and explained insurance plan details for HMO, PPO, EPO, Medicare and other insurance indemnity plans
- Collaborated with physicians and clinical team to drive down medical cost increasing the revenue in collections
- Informed patient of cost/copay for new specialty appointments, test and post appointments
- Implement interpersonal skills while resolving a variety of customer inquiries such as procedure / billing questions, solve problems independently and make decisions that is considered to be in the patient's best interest
Full Time Ambulatory Service Representative II (40 hours per week)
Texas children’s hospital
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Admitted patients with obtaining and verifying patient demographic data for each encounter
- Ensures all necessary patient forms were provided and filled out for clinic visit
- Alerted clinic staff and providers of any changes/discrepancies in patient's chart
- Maintained a well-organized filing system of current/past referrals, communicates with staff and PCP of appointments being either missed or completed and destroy missed referrals
- Obtain insurance authorizations/Collected cash and deposits for hospital
- Scheduled and confirmed new ancillary appointments, diagnostic test and follow-up appointments
- Coordinated communications including phone calls, pages, faxes and emails in a friendly, professional and timely manner
- Served as the clinic liaison between the provider and patient/family regarding factors impacting the patient visit/care
Full Time Access Specialist (40 hours per week)
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
04.2012 - 06.2015
- Coordinate communication between patients, family members, medical staff or administrative staff
- Explain policies, procedures, or services to patients using medical or administrative knowledge
- Collect and report data on topics such as patient encounters and inter-institutional problems, making recommendations for change when appropriate
- Read current literature, talk with colleagues, continue education, or participate in professional organizational meetings to keep abreast of developments in the field
- Interview patients or their representatives to identify problems relating to care
- Actively work reports to improve access for patients and schedule appointments using multiple scheduling systems
Volunteer
Progressive Baptist Church
01.2002 - 06.2015
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Education
Alternative Teaching Certificate - EC-6th Grade
Teachers of Tomorrow
2024
B.S. - Health Science
Tennessee State University
12.2011
Skills
- Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office, and other electronic record systems
- Able to lead others in high-demand situations
- Proven leadership and organizational abilities
- Excellent personal motivation with a proven ability to build and work collaboratively in a strong team concept environment, and independently
- Strong interpersonal skills and positive work ethic
- Well-developed skills in prioritizing, organization, decision making, time management, and verbal/written communication skills
Professional References
- Javaughn Nelson, Administrative Coordinator- Kelsey-SEYBOLD clinic GREATER Heights, 281-253-0931
- Laurie Baker-SweeneY, Patient Specialist Representative- Saint Thomas Outpatient rehabilitation, 615-812-6451
- Latondra singleton, clinical Patient Safety Specialist-MD Anderson Center, 281-353-7354
Timeline
Tutor
Home
08.2019 - 06.2020
Full Time Ambulatory Service Representative II (40 Hours Per Week)
Kelsey Seybold Clinic
03.2017 - 08.2018
Full Time Ambulatory Service Representative II (40 hours per week)
Texas children’s hospital
08.2015 - 06.2016
Full Time Access Specialist (40 hours per week)
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
04.2012 - 06.2015
Volunteer
Progressive Baptist Church
01.2002 - 06.2015
Alternative Teaching Certificate - EC-6th Grade
Teachers of Tomorrow
B.S. - Health Science
Tennessee State University