Carissa Verdree
Hephzibah
Summary
Knowledgeable of the classroom environment and with proven record in managing classroom environments and engaging students in coursework. Successfully implemented lesson plans and maintained continuity in students' learning experiences. Demonstrated adaptability and strong communication skills in diverse educational settings.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher/Substitute Teacher, K-12
Richmond County School System
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Monitored student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that enriched students'' understanding of subject matter.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, promoting student growth and improvement.
- Promoted a culture of respect and empathy within the classroom, encouraging healthy peer-to-peer interactions among diverse learners.
- Enhanced student motivation through engaging group activities and project-based learning.
- Built strong relationships with students and parents, fostering open communication lines for academic success.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Administrative Technician GS-05/08
DOD/DOA, Quality Management – Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center
07.2011 - 06.2021
- Assists with the implementation of the hospital missions, organizational programs, and ensure the requirements of the Health Care Delivery Systems. As the Administrative Technician supporting the Quality Management program managers (QM Chief, Credentialing, Patient Safety, and Performance Improvement); performs data entry, typing, filing, and coordinating special projects and events. Provides administrative support to the department program managers; assists with the coordination of administrative, clinical and special projects to meet the goals of the department. Work with facility managers providing input and analysis of current data. Prepare, design, and plans a variety of credentialing reports and other documentation. Establish and update practitioner's credentials files. Assist and coordinate with the Credentials Coordinators responsible for post-credentialing process using various Data Applications, CCQAS, CHCS, IKENET, in the verification process and maintained provider files to reflect status in accordance with the regulations and guideline of the AR 60-48. Work closely with the C, QM, JC Coordinator, Patient Safety Manager, and Performance Improvement Managers, and Credentialing staff during Joint Commission reviews. Create reports for review for the Department Chiefs and Managers to ensure accountability of providers hired. Responsible for the GPC (Government Purchase Card) purchased and processed requests for education, licensure, and employment verification for the Credential Coordinators; assisted with the JC Inspection; Assisted the Patient Safety Manager. Responsible for the Property and Procurement maintain a 100% tracking and reporting inventory.
- Salary: $34,173.00 - 40 hours/week
- Supervisor: Mr. Bird (706) 787- 2801 (May not contact)
Teacher Substitute
Richmond County Board Of Education
08.1999 - 06.2005
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Organized extracurricular activities and clubs, enhancing students'' social skills and personal interests outside of academics.
- Mentored new teachers in effective teaching practices, contributing to the overall success of the school community.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through attending workshops, conferences, and collaborating with other educators in the field.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
Teacher
Glenn Hills Middle School
08.2003 - 05.2004
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
Medical Clerk (OA) GS4-08
DOD/DOA, Eisenhower Army Medical Center
03.1990 - 03.1998
- Worked for the Nephrology and Endocrinology clinics supporting (2-4) doctors and staff in a multifaceted clinic providing Dialysis/ Peritoneal Dialysis and Endocrine services to its patients; greet patients, answered phone calls, maintained patient records, coordinated with various clinics within the hospital internally and externally to ensure quality patient care. Maintained and created rosters for daily clinic operations to ensure accuracy and first line of contact with doctors and patients. Processed and maintained documents according to established regulations; conducting and arranging for training of new support staff (Red Cross Volunteers and Reservists.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology – Organizational Management; Minor Social Work /Geriatrics
Augusta State University
Augusta, GAMaster of Science - Health Services Administration
Strayer University
Augusta, GA05.2015
Skills
- Skilled in data management systems
- Proactive parent outreach
- Fostering student involvement
- Group learning initiatives
- Original idea generation
Accomplishments
During COVID and after retirement I proactively sought to help the community by seeking employment in the Richmond County School System. I started out working as Teacher Assistant at the Alternative School with Special Education. I was then asked to teach the High School Science under a Provisional Teachers Certificate and accepted the offer as it was a time of need and caring for the community and students.
Certification
OIC – Organization & Industrial Center - Certified Clerk Typist — 1981
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Field Placement
Worked at Care South Consultants a Home Health Agency as an Administrative Assistant and assisted Home Health Care Nurses with home visits. Assisted persons with disabilities, providing resources that met their client’s daily needs, (appointments, medications, counseling. Performed intake and follow-ups on clients; assisted with daily assignment rosters for health monitors to ensure compliance with external agencies (State and Local). Maintained state data analysis on intake services provided.
Civil Service Employment
- Legal Clerk (OA) 1982 – 1984
- Clerk (OA) 1984 – 1986
- Medical Clerk (OA) 1986 – 1998
- Medical Clerk (OA) 2005 – 2010
- Admin Technician 2011 – Current
Other Employment
- Sales Clerk – Montgomery Ward’s 1978-1980
- Substitute Teacher for the Augusta-Richmond County School System 1999 – 2007
- Telecommunications Specialist with SiTel Corp /Verizon 1998 – 2005
Internship
Work with Interfaith Hospitality Inc., assisting with intake of displaced young woman assisted with job applications; assisted with childcare services while mothers were out seeking employment. Maintained files, assisted with preparing grants for funding of the organization. Maintained files on clients and coordinated with other agencies in assisting clients to become self-sufficient and independent.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Specialized Experience: Worked closely with facility managers and analysis and/or coordination of administrative, clinical, or other service activities, and provided knowledge of the following: Missions, organizations, programs, and requirements of health care delivery systems; Regulations and standards of various regulatory and credentialing groups; and Government-wide, agency, and facility systems and requirements in various administrative areas such as budget, personnel, and procurement.
Training
- Certified Clery Typist -1978
- Professional Administrative Training – 2006
- How to Be a Better Team Player – Rochurst University August 31, 2007 (0.6 CEUs)
- Professional Administrative Training , National Seminars (2007)
- Training for First Time Supervisors - Rockhurst University September 2, 2009 (1.2 CEUs)
- PCOLS Training – Government Purchasing Card – June 14, 2012
- Government Fund Enterprise Business Training April 12, 2013
- Army Quality Assurance Specialist - 2020
Timeline
Teacher/Substitute Teacher, K-12
Richmond County School System
10.2021 - 02.2023
Administrative Technician GS-05/08
DOD/DOA, Quality Management – Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center
07.2011 - 06.2021
Teacher
Glenn Hills Middle School
08.2003 - 05.2004
Teacher Substitute
Richmond County Board Of Education
08.1999 - 06.2005
Medical Clerk (OA) GS4-08
DOD/DOA, Eisenhower Army Medical Center
03.1990 - 03.1998
Bachelor of Science - Sociology – Organizational Management; Minor Social Work /Geriatrics
Augusta State University
Master of Science - Health Services Administration
Strayer University
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