Melissa Broussard

1. Teaching:

• Developed the syllabus of lectures, classwork, and assignments, and distributed it to students on the first day of class.
• Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
• Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives, and which are appropriate for students with differing educational, experiential backgrounds, and learning styles.
• Evaluate students to measure their progress toward the achievement of stated course objectives, and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner.
• Keep accurate student records, and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials.
• Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs.
• Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously. Where appropriate, assist the chair with the routine maintenance of instructional laboratories.
• Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom, and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.

2. Academic Advising:

• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods. Provide advice and assistance to students regarding instructional or program-specific issues.
• Make presentations on a particular academic field or program, its subject matter, objectives, opportunities for further study (transfer opportunities), and opportunities for work (co-ops, part-time, work-study), careers, special clubs and activities available, support services, scholarships, etc.
• Create and maintain a website dedicated to the types of information specified by the college and the chair of the department.
• Work with the Chair to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department. (For examples, please refer to the HCC Faculty Workload Guidelines.)

3. Professional Development:

• Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the department chair.
• Keep pace with developments in the discipline, and utilize technologies that support student learning.
• Participate in the evaluation process for yourself, your department, and your college.

4. Institutional and Community Service:

• Participate in scheduled institutional service activities, including opening week events, conference days, and commencement exercises.
• Actively participate in department, college, or system meetings and/or committees.
• Participate in college-related activities, such as student activities, selection of faculty, community education, recruitment of students, and/or special programs.
• Review, evaluate, and revise program curricula and practices to assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, and requirements of business/industry, and higher education.
• Assist in the articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post-secondary institutions.

• Prepared and delivered instructional materials suited to varied learning levels.
• Managed classroom environments to ensure a safe and productive learning experience.
• Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse student learning styles.
• Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
• Utilized educational technology to enhance learning experiences.
• Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
• Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
• Facilitated discussions to encourage critical thinking and student engagement.
• Developed and enforced behavioral management plans.
• Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
• Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
• Provided classroom instruction following regular teacher's lesson plans.
• Addressed individual student needs and accommodated learning differences.
• Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.

• Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
• Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
• Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
• Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
• Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
• Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
• Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
• Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
• Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
• Provided clerical support to teachers, such as photocopying and organizing materials.
• Assisted with the organization and implementation of classroom projects and events.
• Participated in IEP meetings and contributed to the development of educational plans.
• Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
• Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.

• Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
• Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
• Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
• Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
• Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
• Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
• Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
• Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
• Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
• Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
• Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
• Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
• Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
• Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
• Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
• Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
• Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.

• Actively support senior management in critical decision-making and business planning initiatives by efficiently overseeing all internal coding, reimbursement, and provider contracts audits.
  • Apply sharp business acumen and leadership skills toward directing staff and providers on correct coding and billing procedures as they relate to ICD-9-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding.
  • Strategically plan, allocate, and administer budgets to maximize the use of resources and boost bottom-line profitability while controlling costs.
  • Maintain up-to-date industry standards and regulations to ensure compliance.
• Manage policy decisions related to claims payment and compliance, ensuring fee schedules comply with AMA guidelines and state Medicaid/CHIP guidelines, and monitor process, project flow systems.
  Project Manager working with the TCH Health Plan Finance on the annual E&Y internal audits.
• Manage and assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for the fee schedule and auditing, which assure appropriate internal financial control, which consists of:
• Researching and interpreting state, federal, and industry standards and documents to ensure health plan compliance.
• Coordinate policy decisions related to claims payment and compliance.
• Managed all internal coding and reimbursement, provider contracts, and audits with less than a 5% error rate.
• Train staff and providers on correct coding and billing procedures as they relate to ICD-9, CPT, and HCPCS coding, and ensure that the fee schedules are developed in accordance with AMA, community, and state Medicaid/CHIP guidelines.
• Develops all fee schedules and coordinates with staff to assure that the reimbursement templates are applied correctly in the claims adjudication process.