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Paula Scheider

Paula Scheider

Tulsa,United States

Summary

Former Jeopardy! contestant (September 2021). Curious self-starter with a genuine interest in people. Confident training leader with demonstrated planning, organizational and leadership abilities focused on customer-based service and solutions. Passionate about creating career opportunities and advancement for others at all levels. Highly effective at educating people at all different skill levels. Dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. Successful at developing and improving training programs for employees at all levels. Good communicator, planner and conflict manager with advanced understanding of training needs for each department. Expertise in Microsoft Office, Zoom, Adobe Connect, writing, editing, VideoScribe, Camtasia and Articulate, as well as Dreamweaver and Captivate.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Educational Facilitator

Youth At Heart
Tulsa, OK
09.2022 - Current

Wrote age-appropriate curriculum for 1st and 2nd grade. Facilitated Theatre class for students 1st-5th grade. Provided one on one tutoring on homework and projects. Worked with staff, parents, teachers and the community to create 2 events during the 2022-23 school year.

Training Specialist

Ciox Health
Alpharetta, GA
07.2018 - 08.2022
  • Provided onboarding orientation for all employees, New Hire training, Targeted Training (continuing education for tenured employees) as well as software training.
  • Exceeded all required metrics without fail regarding individual training, performance and graduation rates.
  • Utilized web-based platforms for training (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, GoToMeeting and Adobe Connect).
  • Created curricula, instructions, documents and written tests for various types of training courses using Microsoft Office Suite products.
  • Served on the D&I Council for our IDEA program as well as proposing and managing the Pronoun Project, inviting Ciox employees to include their preferred pronouns in email signatures and work profiles.
  • Provided constant training to staff on newly developed training programs or software (Train the Trainer courses).
  • Created and implemented new training initiatives such as online modules, interactive software, and online programs, assuring continuous training to employees to promote long-term excellence.
  • Designed supplementary materials such as practice exams and exercises, videos and interactive videos and converted all existing material from print to digital.

Client Services Representative

Ciox Health
Alpharetta, GA
10.2016 - 07.2018
  • Performed ROI (Release of Information) for largest Health Information Management company in the United States.
  • Logged and fulfilled requests for medical records, fulfilling 45 or more requests per day.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change when asked to transfer to underperforming facilities.
  • Trained all ROI processes and systems to my replacement before moving into the ROI Trainer role.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of HIPPA, HITECH and Oklahoma law and creating welcoming, positive experiences.

Call Center Support Specialist

Trase Miller
Tulsa, OK
08.2015 - 10.2016
  • Resolved customer complaints and addressed emergency requests and needs.
  • Helped large volume of internal and external customers (40-60 calls per day) achieve satisfaction in escalated situations.
  • Adhered to International, Federal and state laws as well as company policies and scripts to consistently achieve call-time and quality standards.
  • Achieved high satisfaction rating through proactive one-call resolutions of customer issues.
  • Created and fostered relationships with travel agencies to ensure customer loyalty.
  • Addressed escalated customer service issues sent from sales and service teams to save customer relationships.
  • Applied strong communication and negotiation skills regarding flight delays/cancellations, weather or other travel-related issues.
  • Trained temporary CSRs on software and procedures in the last month of contract between Trase Miller and American Airlines

Training Instructor/Instructional Designer

Avis Budget Group
Tulsa, OK
08.2009 - 05.2015
  • Designed courses for new hire, outsourced employees and tenured agents in customer service, systems & consultative sales skills.
  • Developed New Hire Coach (NHC) training and certification, resulting in multiple NHCs becoming trainers, supervisors and department managers.
  • Utilized Microsoft Office Suite as well as Adobe Creative in course design.
  • Received recognition for designing and implementing immediate Budget Truck Reservations training in natural disaster situations.
  • Proposed and authored training program for Budget Truck Outbound Team, who contacted potential customers with cancelled reservations, increasing profitability and creating new relationships.
  • Developed daily assessments as well as comprehensive assessments focusing on system skills, problem solving & critical thinking.
  • Created E-learning modules for offshore partners in 6 countries outside the US.
  • Designed and maintained Intranet Help Document for Avis and Budget, including interactive pages for training purposes.
  • Facilitated in one-on-one, classroom, large group and webinar environments.
  • Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.

Senior Corporate Trainer

CenturyLink (USWest/Qwest)
St Paul, MN
09.1997 - 11.2003
  • Trained new hires on 14 state laws, over 40 DOS-based systems & consultative sales in an 18-week classroom-based course.
  • Developed & delivered customer conflict resolution/negotiation training for land line, cellular, internet, Direct TV & DSL.
  • Authored and edited training material for IBTs (Internet Based Training modules).
  • Developed & delivered job aids & comprehensive quizzes.
  • Met & exceeded sales objectives for training classes.
  • Worked with bargained-for employees.
  • Coordinated seminars for employees to better understand company mission, streamlining daily activities and aligning worker and company priorities.

Education

Masters minus - Education of Individuals in Secondary Special Education Programs

The University of Tulsa
Tulsa, OK
12.1993

BA - Theatre & Education

University of Tulsa
Tulsa, OK
08.1992

Skills

  • Customer Service Process Improvement
  • Classroom/Large group/Virtual/One on one Facilitation
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Adult Learning Theories
  • Course Materials Creation
  • Building Customer Trust and Loyalty
  • HR Policies
  • Customer Retention Strategies
  • LMS (Learning Management System) maintenance
  • Training Program Modification
  • Training Needs Analysis
  • On-The-Job Training
  • Multimedia Visual Aids
  • Organizational Performance

Affiliations

World Stage Theatre Company - Founding Board member, producer, director, actor and stage manager for a social justice community theatre company. We have received multiple TATE awards as well as international acclaim for our 2019 tour of Best of Enemies in The Netherlands.

(2018 - Present)

Timeline

Educational Facilitator

Youth At Heart
09.2022 - Current

Training Specialist

Ciox Health
07.2018 - 08.2022

Client Services Representative

Ciox Health
10.2016 - 07.2018

Call Center Support Specialist

Trase Miller
08.2015 - 10.2016

Training Instructor/Instructional Designer

Avis Budget Group
08.2009 - 05.2015

Senior Corporate Trainer

CenturyLink (USWest/Qwest)
09.1997 - 11.2003

Masters minus - Education of Individuals in Secondary Special Education Programs

The University of Tulsa

BA - Theatre & Education

University of Tulsa
Paula Scheider