Rebecca van Rooyen
Peek Performance Insurance
Overland Park,Kansas
1
Certification
42
years of professional experience
Accomplished professional with over 10 years in education and caregiving. Expertise in developing individualized education plans and personalized care strategies, enhancing client engagement and support through effective communication and advocacy.
Work History
Life/Health/Medicare Insurance Agent
6 Years 7 Months- Educated clients on Medicare coverage options and benefits.
- Developed personalized insurance plans based on client needs.
- Assisted clients in completing enrollment applications accurately.
- Conducted regular follow-ups to ensure client satisfaction and retention.
- Ensured compliance with federal guidelines when assisting clients in selecting appropriate Medicare plans.
- Stayed current on industry trends and changes in regulations, enabling informed recommendations to clients seeking optimal coverage solutions.
- Completed ongoing training programs to stay up-to-date on industry developments, enabling expert counsel for both existing and prospective clients.
Private Home Caregiver
4 Years 7 Months- Provided personalized care and support for daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Assisted with medication management and adherence to health protocols, improving patient well-being.
- Developed and maintained a structured daily routine to enhance quality of life for individuals.
- Monitored health changes and communicated effectively with healthcare professionals regarding concerns.
- Coordinated transportation and appointments, facilitating access to necessary medical services.
- Delivered exceptional patient-centered care by responding promptly to emergencies providing timely assistance.
ECSE Teacher
2 Years 10 Months- Implemented engaging lesson plans that promote early literacy and social skills in preschool settings.
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse learners, ensuring tailored support and academic growth.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, adjusting instructional strategies to improve outcomes.
- Collaborated with parents and support staff to address student needs and enhance learning environments.
- Integrated technology into lessons to foster interactive learning experiences for students with special needs.
- Established positive relationships with families, promoting open communication and involvement in the educational process.
Owner/Founder Happy Childhood Daycare
1 Year 2 Months- Developed and implemented business strategies to enhance operational efficiency.
- Managed financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for sustainable growth.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for customer service and operational excellence.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
General Education Teacher K-3/ECSE Teacher
30 Years 9 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered inclusive classroom environments to support diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional strategies and student outcomes.
- Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student progress and inform teaching practices.
- Analyzed student performance data to drive curriculum improvements and interventions.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
Education
Master of Science - Teaching And Learning
Bachelor of Science - Education K-8
Skills
Student education
Special education strategies
Early intervention techniques
Classroom organization
Adaptive learning tools
Sensory integration
Individualized education plans
Risk assessment
Relationship management
Parent collaboration
Plan optimization
Education materials
Student strategies
Needs assessment
Financial literacy
Student diversity
Accomplishments
- Supervised teams of Up to 4 Paraprofessionals.
- Achieved IEP Goals by completing assessments with accuracy and efficiency with available tools to create measurable and achievable milestones to enhance focus and progress.
- Achieved desired growth by keeping their daily practice fun and engaging and by introducing available Software for tracking and creating enjoyable tasks to complete alone or with a partner or team.
- Kept notes resolving Issues to increase documentation of strategies which led to mastery of the steps to achieve each IEP Goal.
Certification
- Early Childhood Exceptional Needs Specialist
Timeline
Life/Health/Medicare Insurance Agent
Peek Performance Insurance
01.2020 - CurrentRead More
ECSE Teacher
Hickman Mills School District
08.2015 - 06.2018Read More
Private Home Caregiver
Family Members
06.2015 - 01.2020Read More
Owner/Founder Happy Childhood Daycare
Self-employeed
06.2015 - 08.2016Read More
General Education Teacher K-3/ECSE Teacher
Kansas City Public Schools
09.1984 - 06.2015Read More
Avila University
Master of Science from Teaching And Learning
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University of Kansas
Bachelor of Science from Education K-8
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