KRISTEN GONZALES

**** * * **** ******, SAN DIEGO, CA 92104 773-***-**** ac8t3n@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION

B.S. ACTUARIAL SCIENCE MAY 2016

Roosevelt University – Chicago, IL

- Departmental Honors

- Finance and Psychology Minors

Relevant Coursework:

Regression and Time Series, Mathematical Programming, Financial Mathematics, Investment Theory, Derivative Markets, Models for Life Contingencies, Probability and Statistics I & II, Corporate Finance,

Economics I & II

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Software Experience: Microsoft Office (Excel/VBA, PowerPoint, Word), MATLAB, MAPLE, SAS Enterprise Guide Certifications: Bloomberg Essentials (BESS) Equity Exam, Bloomberg Market Concepts

VOCATIONAL EXPERIENCE

PRIVATE MATH TUTOR DEC 2009 – PRESENT

Self-employed – Chicago, IL

- Evaluated students’ mathematical proficiency to determine strengths and weaknesses

- Trained students to use alternate calculators and programs such as Excel for optimal efficiency

- Developed a teaching strategy specific to each student by creating personalized instructional material to target specific deficiencies

VETERAN ADVOCATE JUN 2016 – APR 2017

US Military OIF/OEIF Disabled Veteran – Annapolis, MD

- Compiled medical data in Excel from multiple facilities creating an easily readable, comprehensive record

- Analyzed trends between qualitative and quantitative data to determine which aids, methods, and/or routines were most useful in furthering veteran’s progress

- Advocated for veteran’s needs by researching alternative options, programs, and treatment facilities

- Effectively bridged a communication gap and resolved issues between various government agencies, health professionals, and veteran

EMBEDDED MATH TUTOR SEP 2014 – MAY 2016

Roosevelt University – Chicago, IL

- Taught within a classroom setting as well as one-on-one from basic algebra to upper division math

- Worked closely with instructor throughout duration of two courses by supervising completion of self-paced coursework and proctoring exams

LEADERSHIP/VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

MARATHON RUNNING & FUNDRAISING 2013 – PRESENT

- Raised a minimum of $1.5k each year for various charities through completion of 10+ marathons and races

- Active in organizations focused on community involvement, teaching others to define, adapt, and actualize goals

MATH/ACTUARIAL CLUB 2014 – 2016

- Developed games and events to invoke students’ mathematical interest and develop skills

CALIFORNIA RHYTHM PROJECT 2012

- Focused on promoting self empowerment in youth and raising money for extracurricular programs

SAN DIEGO CITY COLLEGE STUDENTS IN FREE ENTERPRISE (SDCC SIFE) 2008 – 2010

- Organized outreach programs and events for low-income families and minorities, including a financial literacy program targeting at-risk teenagers

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