Destiny Day
Rossville
Summary
Results-driven leave management professional, well-versed in administering leave policies and ensuring compliance with relevant laws. Known for strong collaboration with HR and other departments to achieve seamless leave coordination. Reliable and adaptable, with focus on process improvement and employee support. Experienced with managing leave processes and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Utilizes strong organizational skills and attention to detail to handle complex leave cases effectively.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Leave Specialist
Unum
08.2022 - Current
- Complete processing of new leaves.
- Manage leave through duration and completing all follow-up activities.
- Communicate and develop relationships with employers.
- Communicate with employees about medical documentation, decisions, and leave questions.
- Partner with other departments such as Client Liaisons, STD, and ADA.
- Provided compassionate support to employees during their leaves of absence, addressing concerns promptly and offering guidance as needed.
- Developed strong relationships with employees on leave, fostering trust and open communication throughout the process.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of federal and state leave laws, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and avoiding potential legal issues.
- Managed complex medical leaves for employees, ensuring timely communication with stakeholders and adherence to state regulations.
- Guided employees through the FMLA process to ensure proper documentation was submitted, protecting their rights and benefits during medical leaves.
1st Grade Teacher
Blue Ridge Elementary
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Plan and facilitate lessons across all subjects – Math, Reading, Writing, Science, and Social Studies
- Facilitate state and county testing requirements
- Differentiating instruction for diverse learners
- Grading assignments and maintaining records
- Cultivating a positive social environment
- Researching and implementing educational technology
- Adjusted learning techniques and implemented new technology to teach from home during the pandemic
2nd Grade Teacher
Brown Academy
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Plan and facilitate lessons across all subjects – Math, Reading, Writing, Science, and Social Studies
- Facilitate state and county testing requirements
- Differentiating instruction for diverse learners
- Grading assignments and maintaining records
- Cultivating a positive social environment
- Researching and implementing educational technology
- Became a math facilitator for my team – attended math trainings and brought back my learning to teach my teammates
2nd Grade Teacher
Hardy Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Plan and facilitate lessons across all subjects – Math, Reading, Writing, Science, and Social Studies
- Facilitate state and county testing requirements
- Differentiating instruction for diverse learners
- Grading assignments and maintaining records
- Cultivating a positive social environment
- Researching and implementing educational technology
- Mentored and tutored children after school that needed assistance based on state testing scores
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Skills
- HR policies
- Employee relations
- Leave administration expertise
- Microsoft office
- Remote conferencing and communication
- Professionalism
- Complaint handling
- Decision-making
- Training and mentoring
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Leave Specialist
Unum
08.2022 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Blue Ridge Elementary
08.2020 - 05.2022
2nd Grade Teacher
Brown Academy
08.2019 - 05.2020
2nd Grade Teacher
Hardy Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
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