Stephanie CHEATHAM
District Heights,MD
Summary
Adept at providing comprehensive support to people dealing with all disorders and disabilities. Knowledgeable about available resources and successful assistance strategies. Works within all guidelines to maximize support and progress against goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Dedicated Aide
Francis Scott Key Elementary School
2300 Scott Key Drive
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers with lesson planning and preparation, incorporating diverse teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, using this information to inform future instructional decisions.
- Coordinated with other support staff members in order to provide comprehensive services for each individual student''s unique needs.
- Enhanced student understanding by implementing individualized learning plans tailored to each student''s needs.
- Contributed to the overall improvement of the school community by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Reinforced teacher's instruction with personalized assistance.
Benefit Verification Specialist
Continuum
Dallas, TX
07.2020 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction by accurately verifying benefits and providing timely responses to inquiries.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency by implementing a streamlined benefit verification process for the team.
- Reduced claim denials with thorough insurance eligibility assessments prior to service provision.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address discrepancies in patient information, ensuring accurate billing and reimbursement.
- Expedited claim approvals by promptly submitting necessary documentation to insurance providers.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of insurance regulations, enabling accurate benefit verifications for various plans.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Bible Babies Child Development Center
Capitol Heights, MD
03.2016 - 03.2020
- Enhanced student understanding by adapting instructional techniques to meet individual needs and learning styles.
- Improved student behavior and engagement in the classroom through consistent enforcement of rules and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted students with physical disabilities, ensuring their safety and comfort during daily activities.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly to maximize academic achievement.
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with specific concepts or tasks, resulting in improved comprehension and performance.
Assistant Teacher
Goddard School
Bowie, MD
02.2013 - 02.2016
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Assisting
Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
Flordia07.2021
High School Diploma -
Eastern High School
Washington,DC05.2009
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Educational assistance
- Teacher Assistance
- Progress Monitoring
- Academic Support
- Documentation
- Teacher Support
- Educational Support
- Reporting Requirements
- Individual Instruction
- Classroom Organization
- Play-based instruction
- Personal hygiene assistance
Timeline
Dedicated Aide
Francis Scott Key Elementary School
05.2023 - Current
Benefit Verification Specialist
Continuum
07.2020 - Current
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Bible Babies Child Development Center
03.2016 - 03.2020
Assistant Teacher
Goddard School
02.2013 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Science - Medical Assisting
Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
High School Diploma -
Eastern High School
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