Rachel Shapiro
New York,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Furthermore, able to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Academic Tutor
Myself
Brooklyn , NY
12.2023 - Current
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to the student's learning style and academic goals.
- Utilized creative teaching methods to engage students and maintain their interest in learning.
- Coached students in test preparation strategies and review materials.
- Assisted students with organizational skills, study habits, and time management techniques.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and suggest additional resources or activities.
- Researched new teaching methods and educational materials to enhance lessons.
- Gave feedback to motivate students to reach their maximum potential in academics.
- Communicated effectively with teachers regarding student performance issues or concerns.
- Helped students review and understand previous lessons to make connection with new lesson.
- Assisted students in finding useful study methods to enhance academic performance.
- Met with students to clarify and review concepts taught in class and solve specific problems.
- Worked closely with students to help develop math and essay writing skills.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and motivate students.
- Designed comfortable tutoring environment conducive to learning.
Medical Billing and Collections Specialist
SG Billing
Brooklyn, NY
03.2021 - 05.2024
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and coverage for medical services rendered.
- Followed up on unpaid or denied claims in a timely manner.
- Resolved billing discrepancies with insurance companies and patients.
- Communicated with patients regarding payment plans, overdue balances, and collections issues.
- Utilized various software programs to enter data into the system accurately.
- Took billing calls, questions and concerns from patients and third party carriers.
- Entered patient charges and payments into electronic health records.
- Protected medical office operations and integrity by keeping patient information confidential.
- Answered customer questions to maintain high satisfaction levels.
- Performed insurance verification, pre-certification and pre-authorization.
After-School Assistant
KIDZHOMEZ
Brooklyn, NY
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Facilitated educational games to reinforce learning objectives.
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement for appropriate conduct.
- Maintained a safe environment for students at all times.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during after-school activities.
- Organized materials needed for each activity, such as books, art supplies.
- Managed classroom discipline by following school rules and regulations.
- Helped students understand their assignments and complete them on time.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with individual students when necessary.
- Demonstrated patience while working with children of various ages.
- Provided emotional support to struggling students who need it most.
- Offered assistance with homework completion when required.
- Acted as a role model for young learners through responsible behavior.
- Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Attended to lunch periods to help children open food packages and monitor activities
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Enhanced academic, social and emotional learning with use of structured playtime and unstructured free play.
- Kept inventory of toys, art supplies and school material well-organized and well-stocked to meet needs of children under care.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders
CUNY Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY05-2025
High School Diploma -
Edward R Murrow High School
Brooklyn, NY06-2021
Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Self-reflection
- Compliance
- Organization and preparation
- Creative Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Analytical Thinking
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
Languages
Russian
Full Professional
English
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Private Academic Tutor
Myself
12.2023 - Current
Medical Billing and Collections Specialist
SG Billing
03.2021 - 05.2024
After-School Assistant
KIDZHOMEZ
01.2021 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders
CUNY Brooklyn College
High School Diploma -
Edward R Murrow High School
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