An educational professional with proven background in teaching English as a second language. Developed and implemented tailored lesson plans that significantly improved student language proficiency. Focused on team collaboration and adapting to changing educational needs, ensuring reliable and flexible support for colleagues and students.
Work History
Claims Adjuster
2 Years 10 Months
Progressive Casualty Insurance company | 05.2023 - 03.2026
Investigate auto insurance claims by reviewing policy coverage and gathering evidence.
Interview policyholders, claimants, witnesses, and other involved parties to determine the facts of a loss.
Review police reports, photographs, repair estimates, and medical documentation.
Determine liability based on state laws, policy language, and claim facts.
Evaluate vehicle damage and coordinate with repair shops, appraisers, and vendors.
Negotiated settlements with claimants, repair facilities, attorneys, and insurance representatives to ensure fair compensation.
Authorize payments for covered damages and issue claim settlements.
Explain policy coverages, deductibles, and claim decisions to customers.
Managed caseload to consistently meet productivity, quality, and customer service metrics.
Identify potential fraud indicators and refer suspicious claims for further investigation.
Coordinated rental vehicles, towing services, and total loss processes to facilitate timely claim resolutions.
Resolve customer concerns professionally while maintaining empathy and compliance with company policies.
Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to ensure timely claim resolution.
Content Moderator
3 Years
Telus International | 05.2020 - 05.2023
I moderate social media content to ensure it follows applicable guidelines and protects users.
Mentored new employees to enhance onboarding experience and improve retention.
Created interactive polls and games to identify and address common policy errors within the team.
Assisted and led calibration meetings to align team understanding of guidelines and improve compliance.
I have created polls and games to help align the team with common policy errors.
I have operated as a company mentor to train incoming waves of new employees.
Operated time stamp programs to maintain accuracy.
Analyzed coaching session reports to identify error trends.
Developed team tracker documents using Excel for performance monitoring.
ESL Teacher
7 Years 1 Month
ESL Online | 06.2019 - Current
I have my 120 hour TEFL certification.
Taught English online at ITutorGroup, providing tailored lessons to children, teenagers, and adults.
Improved students' speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills through interactive instruction.
I have taught on Cambly and Cambly Kids since 2019.
Demonstrated strong classroom management skills in a virtual setting.
Cambly- I work with Cambly Kids and Cambly offering online English lessons.
Utilized online teaching platforms, digital whiteboards, and educational resources to enhance lessons.
Encouraged student participation through conversation practice, games, and interactive activities
Assessed student performance and adjusted lesson content to maximize learning outcomes.
Service Dog Trainer
1 Year 2 Months
Diabetic Alert Dogs of America | 03.2022 - 05.2023
Employed balanced training techniques to achieve strict obedience in dogs.
Conducted training sessions for dogs to ensure they meet public access standards.
Provided comprehensive care and training for the dogs during extended periods.
Participated in group classes to properly socialize the dogs.
Updated the client weekly with pictures and progress reports.
Trained dogs in scent detection for hypoglycemic and hyperglycemic episodes to enhance safety for individuals in need.
Tutor
4 Years
Tutoring | 01.2015 - 01.2019
Tutored students independently for several years, providing peer editing and mentorship on college-level essays and research assignments.
Provided tutoring sessions in English and Philosophy to enhance student understanding.
Assisted students in improving grammar, syntax, and writing styles, leading to clearer and more effective communication.
General merchandise clerk and Cashier
5 Months
FoodMaxx | 11.2018 - 04.2019
Managed ordering of merchandise from suppliers and coordinated shipments upon arrival in general merchandise department.
Trained new employees to ensure smooth onboarding and integration into the department.
Volunteered for cashier training during staffing shortages.
Cashier, Customer Service
4 Months
Target | 09.2016 - 01.2017
Worked seasonally as cashier, sold credit cards and resolved customer complaints to enhance customer satisfaction.
Trained new cashiers in store procedures.
Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale (POS) systems.
Assisted customers with inquiries, providing accurate product information and solutions.
Maintained clean and organized checkout areas to enhance customer experience.
Intern
1 Year 4 Months
Ramirez Group | 02.2015 - 06.2016
I completed an internship at a political consulting firm
I maintained paperwork and updated the company’s social media accounts and hard drives.
Recorded detailed minutes during meetings to capture key discussions and decisions.
Contributed insights on campaign materials to effectively engage target demographic.
Teachers Aide
10 Months
Liberty High School | 08.2013 - 06.2014
Assisted special education students in daily activities to support their learning and development.
Managed front office operations by handling calls, organizing files, and coordinating meetings.
Assisted teachers in developing and implementing lesson plans to enhance student learning.
Supported classroom management by addressing student needs and maintaining a positive learning environment.
Facilitated small group activities to promote collaboration and engagement among students.
Education
Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree - Criminal Justice with an emphasis in Pre-Law
University of Nevada Reno | Reno, NV | 05-2019
Associates Degree - Criminal Justice
Truckee Meadows Community College | Reno, NV | 05-2017
Skills
Customer service
Spanish speaker
Conflict resolution
Emotional Intelligence
Active Learner
Patience
Classroom management
Student assessment
Lesson planning
References
Matthew, Leone, Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Students, mleone@unr.edu, 775 784 4681, University of Nevada, Reno, NV, 89557, Department of Criminal Justice, Interdisciplinary Social Psychology Faculty Member
Julie, Nelson, Former Supervisor, 775 359-9060, Foodmaxx