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Shaunica Pinkston

Shaunica Pinkston

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Passionate Teacher's Assistant with expertise in supporting teachers and creating dynamic classroom environments. Skilled in supply organization, room cleaning, and planning engaging activities. Strong abilities in tutoring, recordkeeping, and time management.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher Assistant

City of Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, VA
09.2015 - Current
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to ensure that modifications were made to meet the needs of each student.
  • Observed students during lessons to ensure they were receiving instruction at their appropriate level.
  • Provided support and guidance to special education teachers in developing instructional materials, lesson plans and assessments.
  • Assisted in the implementation of individualized education plans for special needs students.

Medical Review Analyst

Elevance Health/ Anthem
Norfolk, VA
10.2019 - 08.2023
  • Reviewed medical records for accuracy and completeness to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Conducted medical record reviews to evaluate appropriateness of services rendered by providers.
  • Assessed provider documentation for adherence to applicable standards of care.
  • Analyzed claim data utilizing various software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite products, Excel, Access and proprietary systems.

Job Coach

Community Alternatives Inc
Virginia Beach, VA
07.2008 - 07.2012
  • Collaborated with employers to secure meaningful employment opportunities for clients.
  • Conducted individualized assessments of client abilities, interests, and needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided to each client including progress notes and case histories.

Supervisor

Salvation Army Thrift Store
Virginia Beach, VA
06.2005 - 11.2008
  • Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.

Education

Business Management/ retail

Carl D. Perkins
Prestonsburg, KY
11-2018

Skills

  • Group and individual instruction
  • Progress Reporting
  • Autism familiarity
  • Behavioral Interventions
  • Communication techniques
  • Social Skills Development
  • Personal care assistance

Timeline

Medical Review Analyst

Elevance Health/ Anthem
10.2019 - 08.2023

Special Education Teacher Assistant

City of Virginia Beach
09.2015 - Current

Job Coach

Community Alternatives Inc
07.2008 - 07.2012

Supervisor

Salvation Army Thrift Store
06.2005 - 11.2008

Business Management/ retail

Carl D. Perkins
Shaunica Pinkston